Key Responsibilities

Operational Accountabilities

• Manage routine and non-routine maintenance for Cathay Group aircraft in accordance with all HKAR-145 and company requirements
• Manage routine and non-routine maintenance for third party customer aircraft (if applicable) in accordance with the appropriate national authority and customer requirements
• Working on a shift basis, take responsibility for the management of an engineering team to deliver operational excellence
• Directly supervise and certify aircraft maintenance
• Perform local or overseas operational relief duties when required by the Company
• Manage and oversee third party supplier performance (technical, ramp services, de-icing, refueling etc.) as the Operational Duty Holder
• Ensure that Cathay and third party supplier’s labour (including the controlled third party mechanics) are trained, qualified and authorised on all aircraft types operating at the station
• Manage and execute contingency plans to support ad hoc operational requirements such as diversions, charters, ad hoc aircraft type changes, major disruption recovery etc.
• Manage the availability, serviceability and cleanliness of station ground equipment, vehicles and facilities
• Coordinate and support Cathay Quality Audit, Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department, third party audits, follow up audit findings and implement mitigations to prevent re-occurrence
• Manage station administration and ensure station documentations / passes are up-to-date and valid
• Be accountable for compliance with local Occupational Health & Safety standards and regulations / guidelines
• Any other reasonable task as requested including engaging in non-operational duties and projects

Business Accountabilities

• Review and implement local strategies to achieve effective, optimum planning and utilisation of station resources including people, equipment, facilities and aircraft spares
• Be accountable and responsible for meeting station productivity, costs, revenue and operating budget targets
• Embrace continuous improvement culture through quality innovation, teamwork, lean processes to drive operational efficiency, productivity and commercial improvement
• Identify potential customers and observe the local market for opportunities for cost effective and value added growth 

People Development, Performance Management and Manpower Accountabilities

• Lead, support and encourage own team to achieve success
• Build a strong and motivated team, ensuring the right people are in place to foster positive team spirit and facilitate teamwork
• Demonstrate leadership and lead by example in accordance with Cathay’s core values
• Develop employees with high potential and identify learning opportunities to ensure appropriate training and development and execute succession plans
• Ensure that the necessary technical and management training is provided to enable employees to perform their allocated functions including providing local refresher training as required
• Maintain active and ongoing dialogue in relation to employee goals and individual performance
• Actively engage with employees to enhance communication and their understanding of department goals
• Enhance the employee experience in line with the role level and the internal brand promise

E&A

• Emergency and Accident and Crisis Response responsibilities as required

Requirements

Academic Qualifications

• HKAR-66 B1 or B2 license, or any equivalent license acceptable in HKAR-2
• Minimum of 2 current aircraft type authorisations, preferably on the type operated by Cathay and level 3 trained

Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in an aircraft maintenance environment
• Minimum 3 years practical experience working as a certifying Engineer or Engineering Supervisor
• Demonstrable operational knowledge of aircraft maintenance and ground handling activities
• Working knowledge of Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department airworthiness regulations
• Demonstrable ability in management and understanding of business change process
• Proven capability in cost control and budgeting
• Previous experience in managing a team is an advantage 
• ALL applicants MUST have the right to live and work in the UK.