1. Paul J.M. Du Toit
56 Kniehalter Str.
Erasmuskloof
Pretoria
Gauteng
South Africa
0084
Mobile: +27836540320
Work: +27119786301
E-Mail: paulcaren3@gmail.com
pjmdutoit@flysaa.com
PROFILE
I am a Qualified and highly competent Aircraft Component Maintenance Engineer with 19 years working experience in
maintenance on a wide range of different Aircraft Pneumatic components, starters and valves. I have an excellent track
record of combining knowledge and skills with exceptional levels of service in able to deliver a positive and productive
outcome to both the customer and the company I am working for. I consider myself to be a versatile, self-motivated and
hardworking individual who always perseveres to achieve the best results possible.
CORE SKILLS
 High level of communication skills when dealing with co-workers and customers to provide the best possible service
and end product.
 Outgoing personality with a committed approach to self-improvement and continuous learning.
 Effective team player with the ability to take on leadership responsibilities.
 Strong time management skills with the ability to multi task in order to meet deadlines.
 Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills to swiftly identify the root cause of a problem and develop an
effective solution.
 Very high attention to detail.
 Demonstrates an excellent working knowledge of standard practices, processes, material parts, tools, equipment and
very accurate measuring equipment in the aircraft trade.
 Highly effective in transferring technical skills to junior staff members and co-workers to equip them with the
necessary knowledge to improve their performance and skills.
 A proactive approach to tasks with very good planning and organising abilities.
 Deadline focussed as evident in the timely completion of work schedules.
QUALIFICATIONS
2014 New Zealand Qualification Authority
Certificate in Aircraft Servicing and Structural Engineering NZQA
NZQA Level 3
1997 T.N.T.B. – Transnet Training Board, name changed
Trade Certificate as Aircraft Mechanic to T.E.T.A. – Transport Education & Training Authority.
Trade Test done at: C.O.T. – Central Organisation for Trade Testing.
Olifantsfontein
1997 Oxford College
Microsoft Office Certificate Pro Arte – Alphen Park High School – Pretoria
1996 E.W.C. – Ekurhuleni West College
National N3 Certificate – Engineering Studies Kempton Park

2. EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
May 1995 – Current South African Airways Technical
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Kempton Park, South Africa
Key Competencies & Achievements
 Responsible for accurately troubleshooting and diagnosing of all Pneumatic and Hydraulic Components, Valves and
Starters on Boeing 737-200/300/400/800, Boeing 747-200/300/400, Airbus A319-100, A320-200, A330-200 and
A340-200/300/600.
 Responsible for Inspecting, Disassembling, Overhauling, Repairing, Modifying and Testing of all Pneumatic and
Hydraulic Components, Starters and Valves on Boeing 737-200/300/400/800, Boeing 747-200/300/400, Airbus A319-
100, A320-200, A330-200 and A340-200/300/600.
 Responsible for Minor- and Major Maintenance (A,C and D checks), Servicing and Pre-Flight inspections on Boeing
737-200/300/400/800, Boeing 747-200/300/400, Airbus A319-100, A320-200, A330-200 and A340-200/300/600.
 Ensure that all relevant documentation for each task or work schedule is done efficiently according to the Company
Policies and Regulatory Body.
 Demonstrates an excellent working knowledge of standard practices, processes, material parts, tools, equipment and
very accurate measuring equipment in the aircraft trade.
 Very high attention to detail.
 Demonstrates an excellent knowledge of working with Aircraft Maintenance Manuals.
 Ordering of spares, needed for job schedule, from main store.
 Using different computer systems to efficiently do the different job functions.
 Planning and organising each job before commencing with the work.
 Responsible for Acting in the Senior Licenced Technician position.
 Communicate with S.L.T. and Team Leader with regards to any Technical problems to ensure that productivity and
safety standards are maintained.
 Return all tooling and equipment to tool stores and clean work area on completion of shifts.
 Occupational Health and Safety
May 1995 – October 1997 South African Airways Technical
Apprenticeship – Aircraft Mechanic Kempton Park , South Africa
 Fault detection and inspection
 Setting of control systems
 Ignition system service
 Practical Hydraulics
 Use of measuring equipment
 Basic hand tools
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Holder of a full drivers licence.
Passionate about Rugby, Cricket and Golf.
Spending quality time with my family.
Passionate about my family and there future.
REFEREES
South African Airways Technical Martin Bekker – Team Leader Mobile: +27823361357
Office: +27119786301
E-mail: martinbekker@flysaa.com
Marius Coetzee - S.L.T. Mobile: +27832268851
Office: +27119786302
E-mail: mariuscoetzee@flysaa.com