Company Description
Are you ready to take your career to new heights? At Cathay we are not just an airline; we are an award-winning, values driven, complex global business with a rich history spanning over 79 years. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, innovation, service and are dedicated to connecting people and cultures. We are proud of our Hong Kong heritage and equally proud of the global, diverse workforce that makes us who we are.
Role Introduction
Reports to: Assistant Engineering Manager
Location / Country: Chubu (NGO) / Japan
Employment Condition: Full-time permanent
We are looking for a Licensed Aircraft Engineer to join the Nagoya engineering team. The successful candidate is expected to perform operational functions ensuring delivery of a safe and exceptionally reliable travel experience that supports our brand and business whilst meeting all compliance and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Accountabilities
- 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
E&A
- Emergency and Accident and Crisis Response responsibilities as required
Requirements
- Valid or renewable HKAR-66 B1.1 license (as stated in HKAR66 appendix XII)
- Minimum of 2 current aircraft type authorisation, preferably on the type operated by Cathay and level 3 trained
- 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 Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Japanese
- Must have the legal right to live and work in Japan
Benefits
- Base salary: JPY481,110 – (considered based on experiences and skills)
- Fixed allowance per month: JPY50,000
- Life support allowance per month: JPY38,000 + Base salary x 7.4
- Other allowances: the company regulations apply
- Social insurance: Unemployment insurance, Workers compensation insurance, Health insurance, Welfare pension insurance
- Commuting expense allowance: Up to JPY50,000/month
- Working hours per day: 7.75 hours
- Break time: 1 hour
- Off day: Two days off every week
- Probation period: 3 months
- Annual leave: 16 days in the first year after completing 6 month service
Personal & Application Information
Application
- Cover letter in English detailing your motivation for applying
- CV
- Copy of License certificates
Application deadline: 05 February 2025
Cathay Pacific is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with our personal data policy and for recruitment purposes only. All related information will be kept in our file for up to 24 months. A copy of our Personal Information Collection Statement will be provided upon request by contacting our Data Protection Officer.
