Licensed Aircraft Engineer

Cathay Pacific; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cathay Pacific is seeking a Licenced Aircraft Engineer to join our team in the United Kingdom. You will perform maintenance on Cathay Group aircraft, ensuring safety and reliability, while complying with HKAR-145 and regulatory requirements.

The role requires a minimum of five years in aircraft maintenance, a valid B1 licence (HKAR-66/UK/ EASA), and experience on multiple widebody types. A UK driving licence is essential, and flexibility for shift work may apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an aircraft maintenance environment.
• Licences: HKAR-66 B1 or UK CAA Part-66 B1 or EASA Part-66 B1.
• Experience with B777 (GE90), A350 (RR Trent), B747-400 (PW4000), B747-8 (GEnX).
• Valid manual UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine maintenance for Cathay Group aircraft per HKAR-145 and company requirements.
• Maintain third party customer aircraft per relevant national authority and customer requirements.
• Support operational relief duties and other duties as required.
• Monitor supplier performance and rectify operational issues promptly.
• Execute contingency plans and support diversions, charters, and major disruptions.
• Ensure station equipment, vehicles and facilities are serviceable and clean.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Ground handling

Communication skills

Driving licence

Education

HKAR-66 B1 / UK CAA Part-66 B1 / EASA Part-66 B1

Job description

Company Description

Cathay is a leading premium travel lifestyle brand based in Hong Kong, offering products and services across four lines of business – Premium Travel, Cargo, Low-Cost Travel and Lifestyle. The Cathay Group comprises premium full-service airline Cathay Pacific, cargo business Cathay Cargo, low-cost airline HK Express, express all-cargo carrier Air Hong Kong, and various other subsidiaries.

Role Introduction

Are you passionate about delivering a safe and reliable travel experience? We are looking for a dedicated Licenced Aircraft Engineer to join our team.

In this role, you will perform operational functions ensuring delivery of a safe and exceptionally reliable travel experience, supporting our brand and business while adhering to all compliance and regulatory requirements.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to excellence, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Working on a shift basis, conduct and certify routine and non-routine maintenance for Cathay Group aircraft in accordance with the HKAR-145 and company requirements
• Working on a shift basis, conduct and certify routine and non-routine maintenance for third party customer aircraft (if applicable) in accordance with the appropriate national authority and customer requirements
• Perform local or overseas operational relief duties or the duties of an Aircraft Technician / Aircraft Mechanic as required and in accordance with the relevant Job Description
• Monitor third party supplier performance (technical, ramp services, de-icing, refueling etc), follow up and rectify any operational issues in a timely manner
• Execute the contingency plans and support ad hoc operational requirements such as diversions, charters, ad hoc aircraft type changes, major disruption recovery, etc.
• Ensure the availability, serviceability and cleanliness of station ground equipment, vehicles and facilities
• Coordinate and support Cathay Quality Assurance, Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department, third party audits, follow up audit findings and implement mitigations to prevent re-occurrence
• Perform station administration and ensure station documentations / passes are up-to‑date and valid
• Ensure the team is compliant with local Occupational Health & Safety standards and all regulations / guidelines
• Help to embrace a continuous improvement culture through quality innovation, teamwork, and lean processes to drive operational efficiency, productivity and commercial improvement
• Any other reasonable task as requested including non-operational duties and projects

Requirements

• Must hold basic licence HKAR-66 B1 or UK CAA Part-66 B1 or Easa Part-66 B1
• Must hold 1 or more of the following aircraft approval types: B777 (GE90), A350 (RR Trent), B747-400 (PW4000), B747-8 (GEnX)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an aircraft maintenance environment
• Strong operation knowledge of aircraft maintenance and ground handling activities
• Good knowledge of Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department airworthiness regulations
• Good business awareness
• Good communication skills
• Valid manual UK driving licence is essential

Equal Opportunity

Cathay Pacific is committed to fostering an environment that values Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to attracting and hiring qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and abilities. We strive to create a respectful, inclusive workplace free from discrimination, harassment and bullying.

Privacy

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