B1 Certifying Engineer - Line Maintenance

Job Overview

The chosen candidate will be responsible for performing, overseeing, and certifying Line Maintenance operations on both Air Arabia and third-party aircraft, utilizing authorization granted by the CAR 66 B1 licence. Duties include conducting inspections, repairing defects, replacing components, and maintaining aircraft airworthiness and operational reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager to fully understand assigned task cards, priorities, documentation needs, and safety notices prior to commencing work.
• Prepare and execute scheduled aircraft maintenance per task cards, ensuring necessary documentation, parts, tools, and ground support equipment are correctly used according to instructions.
• Conduct aircraft inspections and tests to detect and document defects or damages according to approved maintenance procedures.
• Execute troubleshooting and defect repairs following Aircraft Maintenance Manuals and engineering instructions.
• Certify completed maintenance tasks under own authorisation by signing off applicable task cards and documentation to quality standards.
• Coordinate effectively with Engineers and Technicians to ensure smooth task progression, communication, and handover.
• Enforce safety protocols for maintenance activities, including use of protective equipment and adherence to mandatory precautions to safeguard personnel and equipment.
• Manage human factors aspects in maintenance to maintain task continuity through proper handovers and prevention of interruptions.
• Provide excellent internal customer service by supporting operations and offering professional advice and solutions.
• Lead and guide supporting Technicians, ensuring they receive adequate briefing for non-certifying tasks.
• Uphold Air Arabia's professional image when interacting with flight crews, external personnel, and customers.
• Monitor maintenance costs carefully, minimizing waste of consumables and avoiding unnecessary repair expenses through careful and effective work practices.

Qualification Requirements

• Hold or have held an EASA Part 66 or GCAA CAR 66 B1 Aircraft Maintenance License with company approvals specifically on Airbus A320 aircraft.
• Commit to removing any licence limitations within 9 months after joining.
• Capability to acquire an unrestricted GCAA CAR 66 B1 Category License.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of airframe and engine systems maintenance.
• Proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English well enough to handle technical communications.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications.
• Eligible to obtain a UAE driving license.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 2 years experience certifying maintenance on Airbus A320 family aircraft.
• At least 5 years working experience in a Line Maintenance role.