Maintenance Assistant Pushback Operator

Tim Aerospace

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate a variety of pushback tractors (including TPX-200MT and towbar-less variants) to perform gate, Hangar and remote stand pushback and towing activities.
• Conduct pre-operation inspections of all assigned PBTs, TBLs, and aircraft nose wheel/towbar connections to confirm serviceability prior to each operation.
• Execute all pushback and towing activities in strict compliance with safety rules, airport regulations, and departmental SOPs and work instructions.
• Coordinate with flight deck crew, ramp supervisors, and ATC during all aircraft movement operations to ensure safe and timely execution.
• Provide logistics support to maintenance teams including transport of tools, equipment, and components across the airfield as directed.
• Assist with the positioning and retrieval of ground support equipment (GSE) in support of maintenance activities.
• Identify, report, and escalate safety concerns, near misses, incidents, or equipment discrepancies to the relevant supervisor without delay.
• Comply with all safety, quality, and environmental management policies, procedures, and controls to maintain a safe working environment.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment usage, defects, and serviceability status as required.
• Participate in mandatory safety briefings, toolbox talks, and regulatory training programmes.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and FOD-free work environment at all times.
• Perform other duties assigned by direct manager.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move heavy equipment and parts.
• Capacity to work in various weather conditions, including extreme heat, and on the apron at different times of day and night.
• Ability to stand, walk, and work in an outdoor airside environment for extended periods.