Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Cathay Pacific

Engineering

Engineering Department

Permanent

Perth, Australia

Application deadline: 27 Aug 2025

Let your passion fly

We're proud to be one of the world's leading airlines. Our reputation is built on a long track record of success, an ongoing commitment to our home Hong Kong, and on the delivery of customer service that's straight from the heart. All of this is possible due to our talented people who share our passion for aviation and our commitment to being the best. Join us and discover just how far you can go

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer for our Perth Airport team.

This full-time role is to support and lead the Engineering team in performing aircraft maintenance and servicing to ensure a high level of safety, reliability, security and presentation required by customers, regulatory authorities and the Company in a cost-effective manner.

• 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 Maintenance Engineer (AME) as required
• 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
• Any other reasonable task as requested including non-operational duties and projects
• Emergency and Accident and Crisis Response responsibilities as required

• HKAR-66 B1 or B2 license, or any equivalent license acceptable in HKAR-2
• Minimum of 1 current aircraft type authorisation of A330 CEO, A330 NEO, A350, B747-8, B777 and B787. Preferably on the type operated by Cathay and level 3 trained.
• Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
• 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 and communication skills

Why work for Cathay Pacific?

• Be part of the Cathay Pacific family and join a dynamic team culture working for one of the world's Top 10 Global Airlines.
• Make the most of your leave and take advantage of travel industry discounts including flights, hotels, tours and car hire.
• Enjoy Health benefits with 50% off private health insurance premiums (company-paid)
• Fly high with career development opportunities to diversify your skills and experience within the Cathay Pacific family.

You must have Australian work rights and be in Australia to apply. We will not be sponsoring any work visas.

Cathay Pacific Airways is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.