Senior Manager, Production Planning and Control (Aircraft Maintenance)

Etihad; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manager for Production Planning and Control. This leadership role involves overseeing capacity and resource planning to meet maintenance objectives while ensuring compliance with aviation regulations. The ideal candidate will drive improvements in operational efficiency and lead a high-performing team. With a focus on strategic planning and risk management, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking airline that is committed to safety, excellence, and ambitious growth plans.

Qualifications

• Valid aircraft maintenance license or equivalent in Aviation/Aircraft maintenance.
• Minimum 10 years in aircraft maintenance operations with leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee capacity, resource, and production planning for maintenance objectives.
• Lead and mentor a team of production planners and technical staff.
• Ensure compliance with EASA, GCAA, and other NAA certifications.

Skills

Production Planning

Aircraft Maintenance

Leadership

Project Management

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Aircraft Maintenance License

Bachelor's Degree in Aviation

Job description

The Senior Manager - Production Planning and Control (PPC) is a leadership role within the Technical Operations division, reporting directly to the Director of Technical Operations. The position is responsible for overseeing capacity, resource, and production planning to meet Etihad Airways’ maintenance objectives, ensuring compliance with CAR M, CAR 145, and EASA Part-145 regulations. This role focuses on strategic planning, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance, while optimizing the Line and Light Maintenance functions to achieve safety, airworthiness, and financial targets.

Accountabilities

• Develop and implement long-term capacity planning strategies for Line and Light Maintenance.
• Collaborate with the Director of Technical Operations and relevant stakeholders to forecast resources and optimize fleet availability and cost control.
• Lead the production planning function for Line and Light Maintenance, driving improvements in turnaround times, resource utilization, and cost efficiency.
• Implement lean methodologies and technological solutions to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of production planners, schedulers, and technical staff.
• Promote professional development and cross-departmental collaboration to ensure seamless execution of production plans.
• Manage technical projects as assigned by the Head of Technical Operations, ensuring alignment with operational goals, timelines, and budgets.
• Lead change management initiatives for new processes, equipment, or technologies.
• Ensure compliance with EASA, GCAA, and other NAA certifications, and maintain all necessary approvals for Line and Light Maintenance operations.
• Lead risk assessments for new processes or equipment changes.
• Oversee the sourcing and optimization of tooling, Ground Support Equipment (GSE), and materials for maintenance operations.
• Collaborate with the Manager of GSE / Tooling to identify and justify equipment requirements.
• Work with the Director of Technical Operations to develop and manage the budget for Production Planning and Control.
• Monitor departmental expenditures and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through SMS processes and risk assessments.
• Ensure a safe, secure, and efficient working environment while mitigating operational risks.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on operational performance, risks, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely execution of maintenance activities.

Education & Experience

• Valid aircraft maintenance license (UAE GCAA / EASA Part 66 / ICAO equivalent) or equivalent formal certificate of education in the field of Aviation / Aircraft maintenance, Mechanical or Electrical / Electronics from an approved training organization along with relevant aviation experience.
• Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Experience :

• Minimum 10 years in aircraft maintenance operations, with at least 5 years of leadership experience.
• Strong operational experience in Production planning and Aircraft Maintenance, project management within the Airline technical operations.
• Expertise in EASA, GCAA or NAA regulations, and safety standards.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to drive operational excellence.

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and quickly went on to become one of the world’s leading airlines. From its home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia and North America. Together with Etihad’s codeshare partners, Etihad’s network offers access to hundreds of international destinations. In recent years, Etihad has received numerous awards for its superior service and products, cargo offering, loyalty programme and more. All this ties into Etihad’s ambitious Journey 2030 strategy. The airline plans to double its fleet size and triple the number of customers over the next six years as it sets out to be the airline everyone wants to fly!

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