About the job
Licensed Aircraft Engineer Cathay Pacific Engineering Engineering Department Permanent London, UK Application deadline: 08 Sep 2026 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.
Cathay Pacific was founded in Hong Kong in 1946. The Group has been deeply committed to its home base, extending to the rest of Greater Bay Area, and making substantial investments to develop Hong Kong as one of the world's leading international aviation centres.
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 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 A full job description is available upon request Personal & Application Information Cathay Pacific is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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