Head of Technical Services

<p><strong>CAE Parc Aviation</strong> on behalf of our client Cathay Pacific is seeking professional experienced manager for the important role of Head of Technical Services. This is a full time position based in Hong Kong reporting to the General Manager Engineering Operations.</p><p>This key leadership role is responsible for managing and enhancing the reliability and technical performance of the fleets of aircraft for the Cathay Pacific Group of airlines.&nbsp; The role-holder will also be the Chief of Airworthiness under HKAR Part 21, and carries the responsibilities stated in accordance with the Part 21 requirements.</p><p>The successful candidate will lead a team of approximately 70 staff of various functions that include technical and maintenance support; reliability management; maintenance, modification and repair requirements management; and maintenance program development.</p><p>This position is for those a professional with proven success in change management with multicultural and multifunctional teams.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul> <li>Develop a clear strategy for TS and oversee the execution of this strategy &ndash; ensuring alignment with Engineering&rsquo;s &lsquo;strategy-on-a-page&rsquo;.</li><li>Contribute effectively as a member of ELG, taking collective responsibility for department-wide and airline-wide programmes and projects</li><li>Drive process, quality and productivity improvements within the section</li><li>Oversee, develop, align the various functions in Technical Services, and build Technical Services into an integral part of the department</li><li>Owner of AD and MOR processes and ensure that they are managed robustly to eliminate safety risks</li><li>Manage effective implementation of justified aircraft modifications and the associated cost budget to provide cost effective reliability/safety enhancement</li><li>Act as the Chief of Airworthiness with the HKAR Part-21 Design Organisation and ensure that the design changes comply with regulatory requirements</li><li>Provide technical expertise inputs to the rest of the organisation including other Engineering sections, Flight Operations, Line and Heavy Maintenance teams etc.</li><li>Develop and manage the fleet technical defect management model to drive fast turnaround on defect rectifications</li><li>Build a high performance culture, taking overall accountability for the performance of the section</li><li>Develop staff and successors for Technical Services and Part21 Design Organisation through advice, coaching and on-the-job / other training.</li></ul> <p><br /> <strong>Minimum Requirements </strong></p><ul> <li>As the Chief of Airworthiness, the incumbent must be a degree holder in Mechanical, Aeronautical, Electrical or Electronic Engineering</li><li>Proven management experience of complex service-oriented engineering operations</li><li>Minimum 12 years experience in aircraft maintenance, engineering or planning</li><li>In-depth professional knowledge of aircraft engineering field</li><li>Polished and effective interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>Good command of spoken &amp; written English.</li></ul> <p><strong><u>Cathay Pacific</u></strong></p><p>Cathay Pacific&rsquo;s Engineering Department is well respected for its outstanding reputation in aircraft maintenance with its dedication to providing the highest standards of safety, operational efficiency and reliability. We demand and expect the equipment we operate to deliver safe, cost-effective and industry best performance throughout its life. This is a major challenge in a highly competitive environment which demands extremely high levels of utilization from our aircraft. To help achieve our objectives and to cope with our rapid fleet and business expansion, we are inviting high caliber individuals with a strong and solid aviation technical background to join our renowned Hong Kong based Technical Services Team.</p><p>If you wish to be considered for these roles please apply on line with an up to date CV.&nbsp; You may also have a discreet discussion by contacting Sandra McGuirk.</p>