Aircraft Maintenance Engineer has to lead and supervise a team of Aircraft Technicians / Aircraft Mechanics in performing operational functions ensuring delivery of a safe and exceptionally reliable travel experience that supports their brand and business.
To deliver the highest levels of safety, compliance and service delivery by stringent oversight and management of third party suppliers.
Location: Hyderabad, India
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Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Key Responsibilities
Operational Accountabilities
Item 1 of 10, Working on a shift basis, supervise and certify routine and non-routine maintenance for Cathay Group aircraft in accordance with the HKAR-145 and company requirementsWorking on a shift basis, supervise and certify routine and non-routine maintenance for Cathay Group aircraft in accordance with the HKAR-145 and company requirements
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Item 2 of 10, Working on a shift basis, supervise and certify routine and non-routine maintenance for third party customer aircraft (if applicable) in accordance with the appropriate national authority and customer requirementsWorking on a shift basis, supervise and certify routine and non-routine maintenance for third party customer aircraft (if applicable) in accordance with the appropriate national authority and customer requirements
Item 3 of 10, Perform local or overseas operational relief duties or the duties of an Aircraft Technician / Aircraft Mechanic as required and in accordance with the relevant Job DescriptionPerform local or overseas operational relief duties or the duties of an Aircraft Technician / Aircraft Mechanic as required and in accordance with the relevant Job Description
Item 4 of 10, Oversee and monitor third party supplier performance (technical, ramp services, de-icing, refueling etc), follow up and rectify any operational issues in a timely mannerOversee and monitor third party supplier performance (technical, ramp services, de-icing, refueling etc), follow up and rectify any operational issues in a timely manner
Item 5 of 10, Execute the contingency plans and support ad hoc operational requirements such as diversions, charters, ad hoc aircraft type changes, major disruption recovery, etc.Execute the contingency plans and support ad hoc operational requirements such as diversions, charters, ad hoc aircraft type changes, major disruption recovery, etc.
Item 6 of 10, Ensure the availability, serviceability and cleanliness of station ground equipment, vehicles and facilitiesEnsure the availability, serviceability and cleanliness of station ground equipment, vehicles and facilities
Item 7 of 10, Coordinate and support Cathay Quality Assurance, Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department, third party audits, follow up audit findings and implement mitigations to prevent re-occurrenceCoordinate and support Cathay Quality Assurance, Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department, third party audits, follow up audit findings and implement mitigations to prevent re-occurrence
Item 8 of 10, Perform station administration and ensure station documentations / passes are up-to-date and validPerform station administration and ensure station documentations / passes are up-to-date and valid
Item 9 of 10, Ensure the team is compliance with local Occupational Health & Safety standards and regulations / guidelinesEnsure the team is compliance with local Occupational Health & Safety standards and regulations / guidelines
Item 10 of 10, Any other reasonable task as requested including non-operational duties and projectsAny other reasonable task as requested including non-operational duties and projects
Business Process Improvement
Item 1 of 2, Manage staff rosters and leave plans to optimise manpower utilisation and meet operational requirementsManage staff rosters and leave plans to optimise manpower utilisation and meet operational requirements
Item 2 of 2, Embrace a continuous improvement culture through quality innovation, teamwork, and lean processes to drive operational efficiency, productivity and commercial improvementEmbrace a continuous improvement culture through quality innovation, teamwork, and lean processes to drive operational efficiency, productivity and commercial improvement
People Development and Performance Management
Item 1 of 8, Lead, support and encourage own team to achieve successLead, support and encourage own team to achieve success
Item 2 of 8, Build a strong and motivated team, ensuring the right people are in place to foster positive team spirit and facilitate teamworkBuild a strong and motivated team, ensuring the right people are in place to foster positive team spirit and facilitate teamwork
Item 3 of 8, Demonstrate leadership and lead by example in accordance with Cathay’s core valuesDemonstrate leadership and lead by example in accordance with Cathay’s core values
Item 4 of 8, Develop employees with high potential and identify learning opportunities to ensure appropriate training and development and execute succession plansDevelop employees with high potential and identify learning opportunities to ensure appropriate training and development and execute succession plans
Item 5 of 8, Ensure that the necessary technical and management training is provided to enable employees to perform their allocated functions including providing local refresher training as requiredEnsure that the necessary technical and management training is provided to enable employees to perform their allocated functions including providing local refresher training as required
Item 6 of 8, Maintain active and ongoing dialogue in relation to employee goals and individual performanceMaintain active and ongoing dialogue in relation to employee goals and individual performance
Item 7 of 8, Actively engage with employees to enhance communication and their understanding of department goalsActively engage with employees to enhance communication and their understanding of department goals
Item 8 of 8, Enhance the employee experience in line with the role level and the internal brand promiseEnhance the employee experience in line with the role level and the internal brand promise
E&A
Item 1 of 1, Emergency and Accident and Crisis Response responsibilities as requiredEmergency and Accident and Crisis Response responsibilities as required
Requirements for Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Academic Qualifications
Item 1 of 2, EASA/HKCAD B1.1 License with type rating on Airbus 330, Airbus 350 and Boeing 777 aircrafts.EASA/HKCAD B1.1 License with type rating on Airbus 330, Airbus 350 and Boeing 777 aircrafts.
Item 2 of 2, Minimum of 2 current aircraft type authorization, preferably on the type operated by Cathay and level 3 trainedMinimum of 2 current aircraft type authorization, preferably on the type operated by Cathay and level 3 trained
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
Item 1 of 6, Minimum 5 years’ experience in an aircraft maintenance environmentMinimum 5 years’ experience in an aircraft maintenance environment
Item 2 of 6, Strong operation knowledge of aircraft maintenance and ground handling activitiesStrong operation knowledge of aircraft maintenance and ground handling activities
Item 3 of 6, Good knowledge of EASA / Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department airworthiness regulationsGood knowledge of EASA / Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department airworthiness regulations
Item 4 of 6, Good business awarenessGood business awareness
Item 5 of 6, Good communication skillsGood communication skills
Item 6 of 6, Valid Indian 4 wheeler driving license for more than 3 yearsValid Indian 4 wheeler driving license for more than 3 years
** Candidates must have the legal right to live and work in India.
Benefits
Cathay is proud to offer eligible employees competitive compensation & benefits package, as varied by location, regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment and employment status as highlighted below.
Item 1 of 4, Travel Privileges on Cathay Pacific Airways Global NetworkTravel Privileges on Cathay Pacific Airways Global Network
Item 2 of 4, Extensive well-being programs including health and employee assistance program benefits to help you stay well.Extensive well-being programs including health and employee assistance program benefits to help you stay well.
Item 3 of 4, Paid LeavePaid Leave
Item 4 of 4, If this position requires a uniform, a uniform allowance will be provided.If this position requires a uniform, a uniform allowance will be provided.
Closing date: 15/12/2025
Conclusion
If you have the qualifications for Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, please take the first step and apply now.
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How can I become Aircraft Maintenance Engineer?
You have to undergo Aircraft Maintenance Engineering course from DGCA/ EASA/ FAA etc approved college. Clear their respective papers. Undergo TYPE certification course and then get your Aircraft Maintenance Engineering license endorsed, to become Aircraft Engineer.