Lead Station Manager, Line Maintenance

Etihad Airways; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Etihad Airways is seeking a Station Manager - Line Maintenance International in Manchester to lead shift execution, ensure airworthiness, and coordinate with multiple control centres. The role ensures safe service continuity and strict compliance with regulatory standards while directing certified engineers and technicians across the fleet.

Key responsibilities include managing certification, defect recovery, and cross-functional decisions; maintaining safety, quality, and tool readiness; and

Qualifications

• Must have extensive hands-on leadership in high-pressure maintenance shifts.
• Proven ability to manage certification control and defect recovery across fleets.
• Preferred engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification.

Responsibilities

• Organise and direct line maintenance shift delivery against the daily operating plan.
• Authorize maintenance release actions and ensure data, aircraft effectivity, and revision control compliance.
• Implement safety, security, and quality controls across the shift and ensure audit readiness.

Education

15+ years in aircraft maintenance within airline or MRO environments

5+ years leading line maintenance, duty management, or shift coordination in a 24/7 operational environment

Experience managing certification control, defect recovery, and cross-functional recovery decisions across multiple aircraft types

Bachelor's degree in aeronautical, mechanical, electrical, or electronic engineering preferred, or equivalent technical qualification

Job description

Etihad Airways is seeking a Station Manager - Line Maintenance International in Manchester to lead shift execution, ensure airworthiness, and coordinate with multiple control centres. The role ensures safe service continuity and strict compliance with regulatory standards while directing certified engineers and technicians across the fleet.

Key responsibilities include managing certification, defect recovery, and cross-functional decisions; maintaining safety, quality, and tool readiness; and