Maintenance Technician - Aircraft Paint Technician

About the role

Kenya Airways is hiring a Maintenance Technician (Paint Technician) for its production technical workshop in Nairobi. The role prepares and applies protective and decorative coatings on aircraft components to the required technical and quality standards, and maintains the airline's aircraft livery and paint equipment in line with Kenya Airways, KCAA and other regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Surface preparation: remove old paint, corrosion and contaminants by chemical and mechanical means, then clean, mask, sand and chemically treat surfaces before painting.
• Paint application: apply finishes using the right techniques and products (epoxy, polyurethane, enamel, chromate-based), and fix defects such as runs, sags, fisheyes or FOD contamination.
• Quality control: inspect and document all work against internal procedures, OEM manuals and regulatory standards, and check that tools and equipment are safe, tested and calibrated.
• Maintenance: keep spray equipment, paint booths, ventilation systems and tools clean, safe and operational, and store paints and solvents properly.
• Safety compliance: follow risk assessment, PPE, hazardous material handling and environmental protection procedures.
• Documentation: use component maintenance manuals, paint technical data sheets and MSDS.

Required profile

• Completed a recognised apprentice programme or holds a KNEC Engineering Diploma or equivalent.
• Trade test training or certification in industrial or aircraft painting.
• At least 1 year of experience in aircraft or industrial painting.
• Physical stamina and ability to work in confined spaces or at heights.
• Familiarity with aerospace materials and coatings is a plus.

Required skills

• Knowledge of desktop publishing software and stencil cutting techniques.
• Industrial or aircraft painting trade skills.