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Reports to: Senior Licensed Aircraft Engineer, Haneda/ Kansai/ Narita
Location / Country: Haneda, Kansai or Narita / Japan
Employment Condition: Full time / Permanent

The successful candidates will perform operational functions to enable our customers to enjoy our service in the form of exceptional safety, on-time performance and cabin experience. This role also performs operational functions under the supervision of an Aircraft Engineer ensuring delivery of a safe and exceptionally reliable travel experience that supports our brand and business.

Operational 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
• Support the contingency plans and ad hoc operational requirements such as diversions, charters, ad hoc aircraft type changes, major disruption recovery, etc.
• 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
• 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

• Demonstrably aptitude and understanding of aircraft maintenance operations
• Have (or be willing to receive) induction training / on the job training as required
• Must hold a valid Japanese driver’s license (MT)
• Excellent command in written and spoken Japanese and English
• Must have the legal right to live and work in Japan

• Base salary: JPY373,020/month ～
• Fixed allowance: JPY11,000/month (Ramp allowance)
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan: Up to JPY 55,000/month
• 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

Application

• Cover letter in English detailing your motivation for applying
• CV (both Japanese and English version) with preferable location (Haneda, Kansai, or Narita)
• Copy of certificate for Aircraft engineering-related (if available)

Interview date: 16 or 17 April 2026

Interview venue: Cathay Japan Office (Tokyo)

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