Cadet Technician Programme - UAE National

Etihad Airways; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Etihad Airways invites UAE Nationals to join their Cadet Technician Programme, a dynamic five-year training initiative. Participants will gain hands-on experience, achieve a licensed Aircraft Technician status, and benefit from a competitive stipend and salary progression. This opportunity emphasizes technical training, collaboration, and leadership development in aviation.

Qualifications

• UAE national with a valid family book.
• Between 18 and 29 years old.
• High school Math/Physics/Science with 60% overall score.

Responsibilities

• Complete all Modules theory courses as per training.
• Gain practical on-the-job training and experience under supervision.
• Obtain the GCAA CAT A license after completing training.

Skills

Technical expertise

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

High school certificate or equivalent

Job description

Ready to take your career to new heights? Dream big, fly higher, join Etihad.

As the proud national airline of the UAE, we are committed to empowering the next generation of leaders. The Etihad Cadet Technician Programme offers UAE Nationals the opportunity to launch a career with one of the world’s fastest-growing airlines. This hands-on training programme will not only equip you with the technical expertise needed to succeed, but also provide you with the opportunity to collaborate, challenge yourself, and develop as a future leader in our industry.

What to expect

We are offering a dynamic and rewarding five-year training and development programme, designed to launch your aviation career and prepare you for progression to become a Licensed Aircraft Technician. The combination of theoretical knowledge and on-the-job training will provide you with practical experience in the field and prepare you to take on responsibilities across all areas of aircraft maintenance, covering a range of aircraft types

What you will Achieve

• Enroll in an approved Aviation Maintenance training programme and complete the GCAA module examinations
• Gain practical on the job experience under supervision
• Obtain the CAT A license from GCAA
• Start working as a Technician and gain the necessary three years of experience to qualify for Aircraft Type Authorisation.
• Graduate with a Category A Aircraft Maintenance License, qualifying the licensed Aircraft Technician.

Accountabilities :

• Complete all Modules theory courses as per the training syllabus and Training programme requirements.
• Maintain an overall 80% pass rate of all Modules Exams in the stipulated times.
• Comply with performance requirements issued by Training Institute and the Company.
• Complete on-the-job training within assigned timeline post theory qualification.
• Diligently execute and complete Schedule of Work (logbook) with the tasks assigned.
• Successfully attend and pass scheduled mandatory training in accordance with Etihad Airways Policy.
• Participate in the Technical staff competency Assessment and attending Technical Assessment whenever assigned.
• Ensure that all work performed at Etihad and completed in accordance with its processes and procedures is done in a safe manner.
• Carry out work in compliance with company, health and safety and airport procedures and regulations.
• Keep yourself updated on new Technical Notices, Quality Notices issued, general and technical information.
• Sign off own work after having completed a task that has been performed in accordance with approved data as assigned by Certifying Staff.

We are looking for candidates who :

• Are a UAE national witha valid family book
• Are between 18 and 29 years old
• Have a high school certificate or equivalent, including Maths / Physics / Science with a 60% overall score
• Have a strong command of the English language
• Have completed or been permanently exempted from UAE National Service (males only)
• Are willing to work shifts, including nights

Compensation

Phase 1 (Theorital and On the Job training.)

If you join the Cadet Technician programme, you’ll receive a stipend of AED 5,000 during your first 20 months of Theorital and On the Job training.

Phase 2 (On the Job Experience as a Technician)

Once you obtain basic license you’ll become a full-time Etihad Airways employee with a salary ofAED 21,400for a period of 12 months

After completing one year as a Licensed Aircraft Technician, you’ll be promoted to a Senior Technician, with a salary of AED 24,717, subject to vacancy.

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and quickly went on to become one of the world’s leading airlines. From its home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia and North America. Together with Etihad’s codeshare partners, Etihad’s network offers access to hundreds of international destinations. In recent years, Etihad has received numerous awards for its superior service and products, cargo offering, loyalty programme and more.All this ties into Etihad’s ambitious Journey 2030 strategy. The airline plans to double its fleet size and triple the number of customers over the next six years as it sets out to be the airline everyone wants to fly!

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