Job title: Workshop Technician - Blade
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Maintenance
Functional Expertise: B1.3 Engineer B2 Engineer Pilot Sheet Metal Worker
Salary type: Annual
Location: Abu Dhabi, AE
Job published: 2025-07-25
Job ID: 38882
Contact name: Owen Spalding
Contact email: owen@volantesrecruitment.com

Job Description

POSITION: Workshop Technician – Blade
LOCATION: Abu Dhabi (or assigned location within the UAE)
CONTRACT TYPE: Full-Time, Long-Term


Basic Function and Scope

Support the Workshop Supervisor in performing unit and intermediate-level maintenance, inspection, and repairs on aircraft blades and composite structures.


Qualifications

  • High school diploma

  • Completion of a formal aircraft blade and/or composite structures training course from an accredited military or civilian aeronautical institution

  • Familiarity with The Army Maintenance Management System (TAMMS) is preferred


Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of experience working with aircraft blades and composite structures


Language Skills

  • Must be able to read, write, and understand English


Key Responsibilities

  1. Perform repair of aircraft blades and composite structures according to approved procedures

  2. Mix and apply materials such as epoxy resins, fiberglass, carbon fiber, Kevlar, etc.

  3. Apply corrosion prevention control (CPC) treatments

  4. Manage hazardous materials and maintain appropriate storage facilities

  5. Requisition and maintain stock for composite and blade repairs

  6. Complete and maintain maintenance records in line with applicable directives

  7. Assist in the training of host national personnel in blade/composite maintenance

  8. Maintain tools and equipment inventory


Additional Requirements

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office is desirable

  • Must be willing to travel or relocate to Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) for short or long rotations as required

  • Valid driving license required


Benefits

  • Competitive, tax-free salary

  • Family status visa

  • Comprehensive medical coverage

  • Annual flight tickets