Licenced Aircraft Engineer

Company Description

Let your passion fly We're proud to be one of the world's leading airlines. Our reputation is built on a long track record of success, an ongoing commitment to our home Hong Kong, and on the delivery of customer service that's straight from the heart. All of this is possible due to our talented people who share our passion for aviation and our commitment to being the best. Our global family can open up a world of opportunities for you. This means that your first role at Cathay Pacific won't be your last. It could take you anywhere. Join us and discover just how far you can go

Role Introduction

Engineering's role is focused on reassurance, keeping our people and our customers safe, ensuring that in every aspect of our operation we have industry leading performance and that our various fleet programmes are delivering to plan, budget and specification. Engineering's ambition is to be one of the world's highest performing, customer centric and progressive engineering teams.

The Licenced Aircraft Engineer supports Engineering by supervising the operation to enable our customers to enjoy our service in the form of exceptional safety, on-time performance and cabin experience.

Key Responsibilities

Line Maintenance is an operational critical section in Engineering Department that supports the Company's brand and business by delivering a safe, reliable and cost-effective line maintenance service to Cathay Pacific Airways as well as our third party customers in the global network.

The Licensed Aircraft Engineer leads and supervises a team of Aircraft Technicians / Aircraft Mechanics in performing operational functions ensuring delivery of a safe and exceptionally reliable travel experience that supports our brand and business.

Responsible for:

• Lead a team of Aircraft Technicians / Aircraft Mechanics, supervise and certify routine and non-routine maintenance for Cathay Pacific Group and third party aircrafts meet the Company / Customer / Authority's requirements and standards
• Coordinate with other operational teams to ensure delivery of a safe and exceptionally reliable travel experience to the customers
• Ensure compliance with local Occupational Health & Safety standards and regulations / guidelines
• Oversee the performance of the ground handling third party suppliers
• Execute the contingency plans and support ad hoc operational requirements such as diversions, charters, ad hoc aircraft type changes, major disruption recovery, etc.
• Ensure the availability, serviceability and cleanliness of station ground equipment, vehicles and facilities
• Perform station administration and ensure station documentations / passes are up-to-date and valid
• Perform local or overseas operational relief duties as required

Requirements

Academic Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering discipline or an equivalent professional qualification

Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience

• B1 or B2 Aircraft Maintenance Licence (HKCAD or equivalent) with appropriate aircraft type endorsement
• Minimum 5 years' experience in an aircraft maintenance environment
• Solid operational and technical knowledge
• Good communication and problem-solving skills

** Please note that we will only be able to contact candidates who have been shortlisted for further consideration. **

Personal & Application Information

Cathay Pacific is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with our personal data policy and for recruitment purposes only. Candidates not notified within eight weeks may consider their application unsuccessful. All related information will be kept in our file for up to 24 months. A copy of our Personal Information Collection Statement will be provided upon request by contacting our Data Protection Officer.