Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive engine performance and trend monitoring for the CFM56 series engines and Auxiliary Power Units (APUs), identifying early deterioration patterns and recommending proactive interventions; Ensure full compliance to airworthiness requirements, including Airworthiness Directives (ADS), Service Bulletins (SBS), mandatory and recommended modifications, LLP (Life Limited Parts) tracking, and plan non-scheduled engine and APU changes. Liaise with OEM on repair schedules on allowable damages out of repair manual criteria; Provide specialist technical analysis and fault investigation support for recurring defects, abnormal trends, in‑flight shutdowns, EGT margin loss, vibration exceedances, oil consumption trends, and reliability events; Drive fleet engine reliability initiatives, using data analytics to improve time‑on‑wing performance and reduce unscheduled removals; Prepare and issue detailed engineering planning documentation, including engineering orders, preventative maintenance instructions, reliability improvement plans, technical justifications and cost impact analyses; Analyse fleet‑wide KPIs such as EGT margin decay, oil consumption rates, unscheduled removals; Present engine performance reports to management; Ensure compliance with SACAA/EASA/FAA requirements (as applicable); Maintain accurate engine records for audit and lease return readiness; Support CAMO and Quality during audits and inspections; Act as SME (Subject Matter Expert) for engines and APUs; Provide guidance to Line Maintenance, MCC, and Planning teams; Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and reliability programmes. Qualifications 12 or Equivalent (Essential); Mechanical Trade test certificate (Essential); Licensed AME with SACAA A & C License on B737/800 (Essential) (Current/Expired); Minimum of 10 years' experience in the aviation industry particularly CFM56 series (Essential); Experience in Technical Services, specialising in Engines (Essential) aircraft type experience, specifically Safair Operated Aircraft Types series (Essential); Boro‑scope experience (Advantageous); Previous experience as an Aviation Technician on B737‑8 (MAX) mechanical systems/Engines (Advantageous); Experience with a MRO system (Advantageous). Personal Attributes Conscientious; Able to prioritise; Able to work independently and self‑motivated; Reliable; Professional; Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook); Good communication skill (Verbal and written); Good interpersonal skills; Logical thinker; Excellent attention to detail; Immaculate time keeping. #J-18808-Ljbffr