About the role
Fuel Systems Maintenance Technician (Tornado) Location: Dhahran, Saudi Arabia Contract Type: 12–18 month contract (6-month rolling) Start Date: ASAP (deployment may take up to 5 months) Hours: Full-time (Sunday–Thursday, 48 hours per week) Rate & Benefits £280 per day (LTD) Overtime may be available at standard day rate Rate includes shared accommodation Includes flights to/from the UK (job/visa related travel) Overview An exciting opportunity is available for experienced Fuel Systems Maintenance Technicians / Fuel Tank Technicians to support aircraft maintenance operations in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. This role plays a key part in ensuring aircraft operational readiness, carrying out both on-aircraft and component-level fuel system maintenance within a regulated, safety-critical aviation environment. You will work closely with multiple engineering and support functions to ensure compliance with technical, safety, and quality standards. Key Responsibilities Carry out fuel system maintenance tasks in accordance with approved Technical Orders Perform on-aircraft maintenance, including installation, repair, modification, and testing of fuel systems Undertake component maintenance, including inspection, repair, troubleshooting, and functional testing Ensure compliance with all procedures outlined in the Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) Maintain strict tool control and FOD prevention standards Manage spare parts requirements using the Gold ESP logistics system Execute Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs) and special inspections as directed Support and provide guidance to training programmes and assigned trainees Interface with engineering and support departments to resolve technical issues Maintain accurate completion of all maintenance documentation and records Essential Skills & Experience Completion of a recognised aircraft maintenance apprenticeship or ONC with relevant military training Minimum 5 years’ experience in an operational aircraft environment (or 3 years on type) Experience in fuel systems or aircraft systems maintenance Strong understanding of aviation technical publications and maintenance procedures Familiarity with RSAF or equivalent military technical documentation Strong communication skills with ability to discuss technical issues clearly Ability to work effectively within a diverse, multi-national engineering team High standards of housekeeping, safety, and FOD control Valid driving licence required HF (Human Factors) and WOME (Working On Military Equipment) trained Product Safety, SHE & Compliance Adhere to all Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) policies and procedures Report all incidents, hazards, and near misses in line with company requirements Support risk mitigation activities, including audits and compliance checks Maintain high standards of airworthiness, safety, and operational compliance Working Environment Overseas deployment based in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia Structured, safety-critical military aviation environment Sunday–Thursday working pattern (48 hours per week) Opportunity to work on complex aircraft fuel systems within a high-performance operational setting This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced aviation technician to contribute to front-line aircraft readiness, working in a challenging overseas environment with strong technical and professional development exposure.