Head of Aircraft Maintenance Planning

Etihad Airways; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Etihad Airways is seeking a senior Maintenance Planning leader in Abu Dhabi to drive the department, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver on KPI targets. The role requires a technical aeronautical background, license, and extensive MRO leadership experience.

You will manage budgets, performance reviews, and cross-functional interfaces to optimize maintenance scheduling and quality processes across the network. This critical role supports Etihad’s vision and Journey 2030.

Qualifications

• Hold a technical academic degree or HND in aeronautical engineering.
• ICAO Type I or II license is required or equivalent.
• Seven years of operational experience in a Maintenance Planning environment.
• Proven management and supervisory experience in MRO or aviation operations.
• Up-to-date knowledge of airworthiness, health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Maintenance Planning department to meet commitments to service providers, staff and regulators.
• Develop procedures to ensure a consistent approach meeting national airworthiness requirements and KPIs.
• Establish efficient internal procedures and interface with other departments.
• Deliver annual maintenance budgets.
• Review workforce performance and implement improvements.
• Interface with internal/external teams on maintenance planning and schedule creation.
• Represent the Planning department in meetings and follow through on actions.
• Oversee lifecycle of maintenance projects including pre-input and wash-up meetings.
• Ensure Quality Lapses are investigated and CAMO processes are followed.
• Perform duties assigned by Head/Senior Manager of Maintenance Planning.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance Planning

Crisis management

People management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Technical degree or HND in aeronautical engineering

ICAO Type I or II license

Job description

Etihad Airways is seeking a senior Maintenance Planning leader in Abu Dhabi to drive the department, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver on KPI targets. The role requires a technical aeronautical background, license, and extensive MRO leadership experience.

You will manage budgets, performance reviews, and cross-functional interfaces to optimize maintenance scheduling and quality processes across the network. This critical role supports Etihad’s vision and Journey 2030.