SAA Technical Aircraft Cleaner Vacancies 2026: 20 Fixed-Term Positions Available

South African Airways Technical is inviting applications for 20 Aircraft Cleaner positions under its Technical Peak Season Pool. The opportunity is offered on a fixed-term contract.

The successful candidates will help maintain clean, safe and hygienic aircraft, hangars and surrounding premises. Applicants should have a Matric certificate and relevant experience in aircraft cleaning or the aviation industry.

About the Aircraft Cleaner Position

The Aircraft Cleaner will be responsible for cleaning the interior and exterior of SAA fleet aircraft and customer aircraft. The role also includes cleaning hangars, premises and aircraft components, while following safety procedures and using approved cleaning products.

This position may suit candidates who have experience in an aircraft appearance section and are comfortable operating cleaning equipment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidates may be required to:

• Clean aircraft interiors, including toilets, carpets, seats, cockpits, galleys, screens and headphones.
• Clean and polish aircraft exteriors, including aircraft glazing.
• Use equipment such as stackers, scissor lifts, cherry pickers and skyjacks.
• Clean hangar floors and manage hazardous spills and waste safely.
• Empty drip trays containing oil, fuel or Skydrol.
• Sweep hangars, streets and parking areas and operate floor-cleaning equipment.
• Remove foreign objects and maintain clean premises.
• Sort recyclable materials and operate trash compactors.
• Clean aircraft components using approved chemicals and equipment.
• Assist with landing gear washing and deep cleaning of aircraft components.

These duties require attention to detail, awareness of safety procedures and the ability to work as part of a team.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric) or an equivalent qualification at NQF Level 4.
• At least six months’ experience in an Appearance section within the general aviation industry.

Candidates should also have knowledge of cleaning products and experience operating relevant equipment.

Skills and Personal Attributes

SAA Technical is looking for applicants who demonstrate:

• Teamwork and cooperation.
• Customer service orientation.
• Initiative and achievement orientation.
• Organisational awareness.
• Conceptual thinking and information-seeking skills.
• Integrity and a responsible approach to work.

Because the role involves aircraft and technical environments, applicants should be prepared to follow workplace safety procedures and instructions.

Job Details

• Job title: Aircraft Cleaner (Technical Peak Season Pool)
• Reference number: SAA261026-12
• Division: Operations
• Business unit: Operations Support
• Contract type: Fixed-term contract
• Number of positions: 20
• Location: Kempton Park, Gauteng
• Reporting to: Manager – Projects
• Closing date: 4 November 2026

The advert does not specify the salary or contract duration.

Final Thoughts

The SAA Technical Aircraft Cleaner vacancies offer an opportunity for suitably qualified candidates with relevant aviation cleaning experience to work in a technical aircraft environment. Applicants should ensure that they meet the Matric and experience requirements and provide accurate information in their application.

How to Apply