KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
Website:
klmf.ly
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About the job
PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT
To carry out, or supervise, inspections, maintenance, testing and checks according to the rules and procedures in order to release the aircraft to service.
POSITION WITHIN THE ORGANISATION
Reports to Maintenance Manager
MAIN INTERFACES
Internal:
- Maintenance Manager
- Engineers
- Mechanic
- Other team members
External:
- Cabin Crew
- Flight Crew
- Service Manager
- Support unit LMI
- Maintenance control center
- Local authorities
- Technical representatives of airlines
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Inspections
- To carry out and supervise technical handling of an aircraft, within the scheduled ground time, according to carrier’s instructions.
- Performs the checklist according to the aircraft type and carrier’s instructions
- Inspects the performed duties
- Signs the required logbook for maintenance release
Analysing defects and complaints
- Checks pre-arrival information on aircraft status, from crew and/or Maintenance Control Center
- Contact flight crew directly after arrival for debriefing
- Checks logbooks for open items
- Analyses defects and complaints (trouble shooting)
- Decides if defects and complaints can be deferred or rectified.
- Informs and consults home base and/or Maintenance Manager/Duty Engineer/Service Manager/Operations/Crew upon actions to be taken
Technical Handling
- To carry out and supervise maintenance and repairs of the aircraft
- Ensures availability of work instructions (checklist)
- Ensures correct and adequate stock control (spare parts and materials) and maintenance of ground equipment (if applicable), in accordance with company procedures
- Plans and organises the repair process and deploys Mechanics
- Performs or supervises repairs and technical handling
- Communicates with home base and Service Manager/Operations/Crew about the progress of the repair process
- Inspects the repairs.
- Performs relief duties to other stations when required
Administration
- Performs all administration related to the technical handling of the carrier, according to instructions by the carrier
- Assist with station related activities as delegated
- Manages and control the Technical Library
Supervision
- Checks if duties are performed under safe conditions
- Monitors and adjust manpower planning
- Support and coaches other team members
- Work closely with Senior and Duty Engineers on station projects
The responsibilities and tasks of the position are not limited to the above mentioned and change might occur in concert with direct Manager.
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE and COMPETENCIES
Knowledge and experience
- Is holding an EASA B1 AML preferrable with one of these types A320(NEO/CEO), A330, A330 NEO, A350, A380, B737 (NG/Max), B737 (NG/Max), B747-400/8, B777 and B787
- Is certifying staff according to EASA Part 66 Cat. B1
- Has sufficient experience as a Ground Engineer (Minimum 2 years)
- Reads, writes and speaks English
- Has the proven ability to quickly and accurately identify more complex issues and problems that require thorough analysis
- Is able to envisage the broader consequences of various decisions
- Is able to arrive at a sound judgement in the face of conflicting facts and ambiguous information
- Awareness of internal issues in the team and able to correct accordingly
- Capable of understanding multi-cultural working environment
- Team player
Behavioral Competencies
- Concern for Excellence
- Customer Service Orientation
- Drive
- Integrity
- Judgement
- Self Confidence
- Stress Tolerance
- Technical Skill & Competence
- Teamwork
- Developing others
- Communicative
- Leader and trainer
Eligible candidates to kindly e-mail your CV to shiftleader.bom@klm.com by 05-Sep-2026.
Note-
1) Kindly do not apply directly on LinkedIn
2) Interviews will be conducted offline at Mumbai. No online interviews.
3) Walk in candidates will not be entertained.
4) Selection of candidates is subject to verification and approval of Part 66 License and Relevant documents by Quality Assurance.
At Air France-KLM, we are an equal opportunity employer. The Group is committed to combating all forms of discrimination and promoting equal opportunities in our hiring practices and throughout the employee journey. We strive to promote diversity as reflected in society, and to ensure equal opportunities among all staff.
We regret to inform you that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in Air France KLM.
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