Role IntroductionReports to: Senior Licensed Aircraft Engineer, Kansai
Location / Country: Kansai / Japan
Employment Condition: Full time / Permanent
The successful candidates will 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 ResponsibilitiesOperational Accountabilities
- Working on a shift basis, perform aircraft maintenance for Cathay Group aircraft and third-party customers (if applicable) under supervision of the Aircraft Engineer
- Monitor third party supplier’s performance (technical, ramp services, de-icing, refuelling etc.), follow up and rectify any operational issues in a timely manner
- Perform station administration and ensure station documentation / passes are up-to-date and valid as directed
- Perform servicing and maintenance for station ground equipment, vehicles and facilities
- Control stock and housekeeping of the aircraft part store
- Ensure compliance with local Occupational Health & Safety standards and regulations / guidelines
Performance and Business Process Improvement
- Attend performance reviews and discuss career development plan with the designated Direct Appraiser
- Attend station meetings as required to ensure regular engagement and effective communication
- Embrace continuous improvement culture through quality innovation, teamwork, lean processes to drive operational efficiency, productivity and commercial improvement
E&A
- Emergency and Accident and Crisis Response responsibilities as required
Requirements- Demonstrably aptitude and understanding of aircraft maintenance operations
- Have (or be willing to receive) induction training / on the job training as required
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in wide-body aircraft maintenance
- Must hold a valid Japanese driver’s license
- Excellent command in written and spoken Japanese and English
- Must have the legal right to live and work in Japan
Benefits- Base salary: JPY373,020/month ~
- Fixed allowance per month: JPY38,000 (Life support allowance) / Base salary x 7.4 / JPY11,000 (Ramp allowance)
- 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
- Break time: 1 hour/day
- Off day: Two days off every week
- Probation period: 3 months
- Annual leave: 16 days in the first year after completing probationary period (prorated based on the month of joining)
- Potential for additional discretional bonus (depends on the companys performance and financial status
Call to action
There are many people behind the Cathay brand. If you want a dynamic working environment, to fly to exciting destinations at significant discounts and be part of a world-class airline, we have opportunities for talented people. Apply now to start your Cathay journey.
Personal & Application InformationApplication
- Cover letter in English detailing your motivation for applying
- CV (both Japanese and English version)
- Copy of certificate for Aircraft engineering-related (if available)
Interview date: 19 February 2026 (Thu)
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