Global Aviation Maintenance Planner & Scheduler

Emirates Airlines - Other locations; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

dnata is seeking a skilled Maintenance Planner to plan, schedule and coordinate all plannable maintenance activities for the maintenance team. The role focuses on optimal utilisation of manpower, materials, tools and equipment while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

You will develop preventive maintenance schedules, manage work orders, and maintain accurate asset records in the maintenance management system.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Automotive, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Hydraulics or Diesel Engine Engineering.
• 4–6 years for Degree holders or 6–8 years for Diploma holders.
• Hands-on experience in GSE, cargo, airport baggage handling, automotive, heavy equipment, manufacturing or transportation industries.
• Training in maintenance planning and scheduling from a recognised provider.
• UAE driving licence preferred to obtain ADP.
• English proficiency at Level 4.
• Proficient communication skills.
• Strong safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules, allocates and coordinates maintenance activities to ensure optimal utilisation of manpower, materials, tools and equipment.
• Develops annual and monthly preventive maintenance schedules in line with approved frequencies and quality standards.
• Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication and timely execution of maintenance activities.
• Reviews and updates weekly maintenance plans, including preventive, corrective, modification and emergency repair works.
• Maintains accurate asset records, maintenance history, operating status and cost data in the maintenance management system.
• Prepares and updates job plans in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, safety requirements, regulations and operational needs.
• Monitors work orders to ensure timely completion, accurate cost booking and revenue recognition.
• Raises material and purchase requisitions and ensures timely availability of required materials and spare parts.
• Generates maintenance, asset reliability, downtime and resource utilisation reports for analysis and stakeholder review.
• Ensures compliance with safety, quality and environmental policies while maintaining technical documentation and supporting special projects.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Communication

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Education

Engineering degree or diploma (Automotive/Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical/Hydraulics/Diesel Engine)

Tools

Maintenance management system

GSE experience

Job description

dnata is seeking a skilled Maintenance Planner to plan, schedule and coordinate all plannable maintenance activities for the maintenance team. The role focuses on optimal utilisation of manpower, materials, tools and equipment while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

You will develop preventive maintenance schedules, manage work orders, and maintain accurate asset records in the maintenance management system.