Manager - Engineering Operations (Skydive Dubai Aviation)

Shamal Holding; Dubai; On-site; AED 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Shamal Holding, in partnership with Skydive Dubai, seeks an Engineering & Maintenance Manager (B1.1/B2) to certify and supervise aircraft maintenance across mechanical, electrical and avionics disciplines, ensuring airworthiness and regulatory compliance.

The role requires holding both B1.1 and B2 licenses with approved authorizations, CAR 145 experience, and the ability to lead technicians while coordinating with planning, CAMO, quality and operations to deliver safe, on-time aircraft releases.

Qualifications

• Holder of B1.1 and B2 licences with approved authorizations.
• Experience in a CAR 145 approved environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical and avionics systems.
• Ability to certify and supervise maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance oversight on aircraft systems.
• Certify maintenance activities within B1.1/B2 scope.
• Lead technicians and supervise maintenance teams during tasks.
• Coordinate with Planning, CAMO, Quality and Operations teams.
• Ensure compliance with GCAA CAR 145 requirements and company procedures.

Skills

B1.1 License

B2 License

GCAA CAR 66

Maintenance supervision

Airworthiness certification

Job description

As Shamal Holding continues to grow we re in search of a strong Engineering amp Maintenance Engineering Manager B1 1 amp B2 strong Who will perform certify and supervise aircraft maintenance activities across both mechanical and avionics disciplines ensuring aircraft airworthiness and compliance with GCAA regulations approved maintenance data and company procedures The role requires holding both B1 1 Mechanical and B2 Avionics licenses and exercising certification privileges within the scope of approved authorizations strong Note - This role is for Skydive Dubai in our Aviation Team strong

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft systems
• Troubleshoot and rectify mechanical electrical avionics and aircraft system defects
• Certify maintenance activities within the scope of B1 1 and B2 authorizations
• Carry out inspections testing troubleshooting modifications and functional checks
• Review and complete maintenance work packs task cards technical records and logbook entries
• Ensure compliance with GCAA CAR 145 requirements manufacturer manuals approved data and company procedures
• Coordinate with Planning CAMO Quality Logistics and Operations teams
• Supervise technicians and maintenance personnel during maintenance activities
• Support AOG recovery aircraft defect investigations and operational requirements
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and release aircraft to service where authorized
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements

Preferred Educational Qualifications And Professional Certifications

• Valid GCAA CAR 66 B1 1 and B2 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licenses Relevant aircraft type rating s as required De Havilland DHC-6-200 300 400 series with Pratt amp Whitney PT6A-34 Strong knowledge of aircraft mechanical electrical and avionics systems

Experience

• Minimum 3 years experience within a CAR 145 approved maintenance environment