Job Description/Specification:
Qatar Airways is recruiting an Upholsterer – Workshops to join its Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) team in Qatar. This opportunity is suitable for candidates with practical upholstery experience who are interested in working on aircraft furnishings in a specialised aviation maintenance environment.
The role involves fabricating, repairing, and recovering aircraft component furnishings while meeting strict quality, safety, and airworthiness requirements. The successful candidate will carry out assigned tasks within established timeframes and ensure that all work complies with manufacturer recommendations and applicable aviation regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Aircraft Upholstery and Component Furnishing
The Upholsterer is responsible for fabricating and recovering aircraft component furnishings as part of the MRO workshop operations.
Key duties include:
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Fabricating aircraft furnishings and upholstery components.
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Recovering and repairing aircraft component furnishings.
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Completing assigned upholstery tasks within acceptable timeframes.
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Ensuring completed work meets company quality standards.
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Maintaining workmanship quality and attention to detail throughout the process.
The role requires practical upholstery skills and the ability to work carefully with specialised aircraft materials and components.
Quality, Safety, and Airworthiness Compliance
Aircraft upholstery work must meet strict aviation safety and quality requirements.
Responsibilities include:
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Ensuring work complies with manufacturer recommendations.
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Maintaining airworthiness and safety standards during component maintenance.
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Following applicable EASA and QCAA Part 145 regulatory requirements.
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Adhering to company procedures and approved maintenance standards.
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Completing tasks accurately and responsibly to support aircraft safety.
Candidates should understand the importance of regulatory compliance and quality assurance in an aviation maintenance environment.
Workshop Equipment and Tooling
The Upholsterer must be able to operate and maintain equipment and tooling relevant to the work area.
Duties include:
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Using workshop equipment safely and correctly.
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Maintaining and handling tools and equipment appropriately.
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Following equipment operating and maintenance procedures.
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Keeping the work area organised and supporting efficient workshop operations.
Qualifications and Experience
Candidates applying for this position should have:
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A high school qualification, bachelor's degree, or equivalent.
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At least two years of job-related experience.
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Previous experience in upholstery work.
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The ability to operate and maintain relevant workshop equipment and tooling.
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Knowledge of equipment operation, maintenance, and proper handling.
Experience in aircraft upholstery or aviation component maintenance would be relevant to the role, although the supplied job description specifically requires previous upholstery experience.
About Qatar Airways Group
Qatar Airways Group has grown from an airline operating four aircraft into a global organisation comprising 12 businesses. The Group is recognised for its focus on operational excellence, innovation, and continued growth.
Its MRO teams support the technical and operational standards required to maintain aircraft and deliver reliable aviation services. Upholstery specialists contribute by ensuring aircraft furnishings are maintained and restored to the required quality and safety standards.
Is This Aircraft Upholsterer Role Right for You?
This opportunity may suit candidates with hands-on upholstery experience who are interested in applying their skills within aviation maintenance. Applicants who are comfortable using workshop tools, following technical procedures, and working to strict quality requirements may be well suited.
Attention to detail, time management, and a strong commitment to safety are important for success in this specialised role.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through the Qatar Airways online recruitment process by uploading their CV and completing the application.