Are you passionate about delivering a safe and reliable travel experience? They are looking for Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to join their team.
In this role, you will perform operational functions ensuring delivery of a safe and exceptionally reliable travel experience, supporting their brand and business while adhering to all compliance and regulatory requirements.
If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to excellence, they want to hear from you!
Cathay is a leading premium travel lifestyle brand based in Hong Kong, offering products and services across four lines of business – Premium Travel, Cargo, Low-Cost Travel and Lifestyle. The Cathay Group comprises premium full-service airline Cathay Pacific, cargo business Cathay Cargo, low-cost airline HK Express, express all-cargo carrier Air Hong Kong, and various other subsidiaries.
Cathay Pacific was founded in Hong Kong in 1946. The Group has been deeply committed to its home base, extending to the rest of Greater Bay Area, and making substantial investments to develop Hong Kong as one of the world’s leading international aviation centres.
Location: London, UK
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Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Key Responsibilities
Item 1 of 11, Working on a shift basis, conduct and certify routine and non-routine maintenance for Cathay Group aircraft in accordance with the HKAR-145 and company requirementsWorking on a shift basis, conduct and certify routine and non-routine maintenance for Cathay Group aircraft in accordance with the HKAR-145 and company requirements
Item 2 of 11, Working on a shift basis, conduct 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, conduct 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 11, 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 11, Monitor third party supplier performance (technical, ramp services, de-icing, refueling etc), follow up and rectify any operational issues in a timely mannerMonitor 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 11, 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 11, 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 11, 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 11, 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 11, Ensure the team is compliant with local Occupational Health & Safety standards and all regulations / guidelinesEnsure the team is compliant with local Occupational Health & Safety standards and all regulations / guidelines
Item 10 of 11, Help to embrace a continuous improvement culture through quality innovation, teamwork, and lean processes to drive operational efficiency, productivity and commercial improvementHelp to embrace a continuous improvement culture through quality innovation, teamwork, and lean processes to drive operational efficiency, productivity and commercial improvement
Item 11 of 11, Any other reasonable task as requested including non-operational duties and projectsAny other reasonable task as requested including non-operational duties and projects
Requirements for Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Item 1 of 8, Must hold basic licence HKAR-66 B1 or UK CAA Part-66 B1 or Easa Part-66 B1Must hold basic licence HKAR-66 B1 or UK CAA Part-66 B1 or Easa Part-66 B1
Item 2 of 8, Must hold 1 or more of the following aircraft approval types: B777 (GE90), A350 (RR Trent), B747-400 (PW4000), B747-8 (GEnX)Must hold 1 or more of the following aircraft approval types: B777 (GE90), A350 (RR Trent), B747-400 (PW4000), B747-8 (GEnX)
Item 3 of 8, Minimum 5 years’ experience in an aircraft maintenance environmentMinimum 5 years’ experience in an aircraft maintenance environment
Item 4 of 8, Strong operation knowledge of aircraft maintenance and ground handling activitiesStrong operation knowledge of aircraft maintenance and ground handling activities
Item 5 of 8, Good knowledge of Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department airworthiness regulationsGood knowledge of Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department airworthiness regulations
Item 6 of 8, Good business awarenessGood business awareness
Item 7 of 8, Good communication skillsGood communication skills
Item 8 of 8, Valid manual UK driving licence is essentialValid manual UK driving licence is essential
A full job description is available upon request
Closing date: 12/05/26
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.
