Lead Duty Manager, Light Maintenance (Relocation)

Rishworth Aviation; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Rishworth Aviation in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Duty Manager - Light Maintenance to oversee daily light maintenance operations, ensuring activities are completed safely, in compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.

You will work with maintenance control, engineers, and supervisors to prioritise tasks, maintain airworthiness, and foster a proactive safety culture through training and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Valid GCAA AMEL or convertible to GCAA requirements
• Minimum of 10 years aircraft maintenance experience
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or management role
• Experience managing Base/Light Maintenance operations within an airline or MRO

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily light maintenance operations, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Verify engineers and technicians maintain valid licenses, authorizations, and required certifications.
• Inspect, approve, and release maintenance work following approved procedures.
• Maintain aircraft maintenance records, technical documentation, and release-to-service requirements.
• Coordinate with Aircraft Maintenance Supervisors and engineering teams for effective communication and smooth operations.
• Monitor workforce availability and resources to support efficient maintenance planning.
• Promote health, safety, environmental and company standards in the workplace.
• Support Safety Management System initiatives and continuous improvement in safety and performance.
• Manage shift handovers and ensure critical information is communicated between teams.
• Encourage training participation and monitor qualifications and training validity.
• Maintain housekeeping standards across maintenance facilities and areas.
• Respond to incidents and safety events with timely reporting and corrective actions.

Job description

Rishworth Aviation in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Duty Manager - Light Maintenance to oversee daily light maintenance operations, ensuring activities are completed safely, in compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.

You will work with maintenance control, engineers, and supervisors to prioritise tasks, maintain airworthiness, and foster a proactive safety culture through training and continuous improvement.