James Olayinka Ajifowoke

Aircraft maintenance engineer

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

Lagos

06.2012 - 01.2025

Specialised in diagnosing and resolving defects on Boeing and Airbus aircraft during maintenance operations
Carried out preflight and post-flight inspections
Carried out tools control inspections
Carried out ON-wing and OFF-wing engine change
Signed off servicing, maintenance and repair tasks through diligent quality inspections.
Kept updated with latest industry trends and technologies.
Analysed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
Installed new components as per manufacturers' specifications.
Maintained high standard of workmanship across all tasks performed.
Referenced aircraft engine manuals and service bulletins to guide maintenance and repair work, minimizing risk of accidental damage.
Participated actively in team meetings, fostering positive work environment.
Trained junior staff members on best practice techniques.
Used levelling compounds and scotch casts to securely seal parts, assemblies and sub-assemblies.
Performed routine checks for smooth operation of aircraft.
Inspected aircraft meticulously to verify compliance with regulations, company standards and safety requirements.
Managed time effectively whilst handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
Investigated issues and presented findings to design teams, preventing repeat issues in future aircraft.
Read and interpreted standard blueprints, engineering drawings and manufacturer guidelines to guarantee conformity to design specifications.
Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination, verifying aircraft safety and readiness.
Tested aircraft systems to guarantee compliance with industry standards and measure performance.
Maintained aircraft safety by conducting regular inspections.
Troubleshot malfunctions and diagnosed root causes to plan safe, correct repair actions.
Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance, aiding performance analysis.
Inspected completed work to verify maintenance standards and declare aircraft ready for operation.
Managed health and safety standards to minimize work-related hazards.
Ensured optimal performance with thorough maintenance procedures.
Ensured proper storage of spare parts for easy accessibility.
Kept cool under pressure, delivering high-quality results consistently.
Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
Certify 3 aircrafts within shift into service
Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.
Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
Handled chemicals and waste in line with COSHH regulations.
Corrected faults in aircraft systems to enhance safety standards.
Documented preventative and corrective maintenance in up-to-date repair logs.
Adhered to strict safety regulations in all maintenance tasks.
Repaired damaged parts 3 aircrafts within shift to restore functionality.