Deputy Manager / Aircraft Cabin Interior Workshop

Volantes Technical Recruitment Ltd; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 280,000 - 390,000; Full time

Job summary

Volantes Technical Recruitment Ltd in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Deputy Manager – Aircraft Cabin Interior Workshop to lead the Aircraft Cabin Interior Workshop and drive operational excellence. You will plan, coordinate and supervise maintenance, refurbishment and component repairs, ensuring all work is performed safely and in compliance with UAE GCAA regulations.

This role involves deputising for the Cabin Interior Workshop Manager, coordinating with Engineering, Planning, Stores and

Qualifications

• Proven experience within aircraft cabin interiors or aviation refurbishment operations.
• Previous supervisory, team leadership or workshop management experience.
• Strong technical understanding of aircraft cabin interior components, maintenance, repairs and refurbishment processes.
• Good knowledge of UAE GCAA regulations and aviation maintenance compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Aircraft Cabin Interior Workshop operations and daily activities.
• Plan, organise and coordinate cabin interior maintenance, repair and refurbishment work.
• Supervise workshop technicians and engineers, allocating tasks per priorities and competency.
• Ensure inspection, repair, modification and maintenance of cabin interior components.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Planning, Stores and Quality to complete maintenance on time.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Aircraft cabin interiors

Team management

Regulatory compliance UAE GCAA

Maintenance planning

Documentation

Quality assurance

Job description

Deputy Manager – Aircraft Cabin Interior Workshop

Location: United Arab Emirates
Industry: Aviation | Aircraft Maintenance | VIP & Business Aviation | Cabin Interiors
Employment Type: Full-Time

The Opportunity

Volantes Technical Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Deputy Manager – Aircraft Cabin Interior Workshop to support an established aviation maintenance organisation in the UAE.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced aircraft cabin interiors professional to take a leadership role overseeing workshop operations, aircraft interior maintenance, refurbishment, component repairs and quality compliance.

The successful candidate will support the Cabin Interior Workshop Manager in planning, coordinating and supervising workshop activities, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with UAE GCAA regulations and approved maintenance procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the management and daily operations of the Aircraft Cabin Interior Workshop.

• Plan, organise and coordinate cabin interior maintenance, repair and refurbishment activities.

• Supervise workshop technicians and engineers, allocating tasks according to operational priorities and technical competency.

• Oversee the inspection, repair, modification and maintenance of aircraft cabin interior components.

• Coordinate with Engineering, Planning, Stores and Quality & Safety departments to ensure timely completion of maintenance activities.

• Ensure all workshop activities comply with UAE GCAA regulations, company procedures and applicable airworthiness requirements.

• Monitor maintenance schedules, workshop capacity, material availability and project completion targets.

• Maintain effective control of workshop tooling, equipment, calibration and servicing requirements.

• Ensure aircraft interior components, materials and supplies are correctly identified, certified, stored and documented.

• Review completed maintenance tasks and ensure appropriate inspections are performed before certification within the scope of the holder's authorisation.

• Maintain accurate workshop documentation, maintenance records, technical logs and component traceability.

• Identify and report defects, non-conformities and potential safety concerns.

• Conduct regular aircraft cabin cosmetic inspections and recommend necessary repairs, refurbishment or cleaning.

• Assess staff competency and identify technical training requirements.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives across workshop quality, efficiency and safety.

• Deputise for the Cabin Interior Workshop Manager when required.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience within aircraft cabin interiors, aircraft maintenance workshops or aviation refurbishment operations.

• Previous supervisory, team leadership or workshop management experience.

• Strong technical understanding of aircraft cabin interior components, maintenance, repairs and refurbishment processes.

• Good knowledge of UAE GCAA regulations and aviation maintenance compliance requirements.

• Experience working within an approved aircraft maintenance organisation.

• Understanding of aircraft component certification, maintenance documentation and airworthiness requirements.

• Experience coordinating maintenance activities with Engineering, Planning, Stores and Quality departments.

• Knowledge of workshop tooling, equipment control, material traceability and calibration requirements.

• Ability to manage technical personnel, prioritise workloads and meet operational deadlines.

• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.

• Commitment to aviation safety, quality and regulatory compliance.

Highly Desirable

• Previous experience within a GCAA-approved aircraft maintenance organisation.

• Experience working on VIP, VVIP, business aviation or commercial aircraft cabin interiors.

• Background in aircraft cabin refurbishment, component repair or interior modification programmes.

• Familiarity with aircraft maintenance exposition procedures and Certificate of Release to Service (CRS) requirements.

• Experience supervising multidisciplinary aircraft interior maintenance teams.

• Relevant aircraft maintenance or technical authorisations.

Why Apply?

This opportunity offers the chance to join an established aviation organisation in the UAE and take a key leadership role within its aircraft cabin interior maintenance operations.

You will work alongside experienced aviation professionals, overseeing specialist technical activities while contributing to operational efficiency, quality standards and aircraft airworthiness.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence.