Production Controller - Sri Lanka Recruitment Event

About the role

This vacancy is linked to Air Arabia's invitation-only Engineering Recruitment Event in Colombo, Sri Lanka, in mid-November 2026. Candidates should apply only if they can attend the event in Colombo after being shortlisted and invited; full event details will be shared only with shortlisted candidates. The Production Controller monitors, verifies and controls the documentation of all heavy and base maintenance checks and work packages so they are timely and executed in line with agreed maintenance plans, the Air Arabia Procedures Manual and CAMO requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Verify and control the documentation of heavy maintenance tasks and work packages received from Maintenance Planning, ensuring they are prepared, distributed and displayed on the action board.
• Ensure awareness of TPM and MOE Manual procedures for production control in A-checks, C-checks, engine and APU change checks.
• Distribute planned maintenance cards in the control docks in proper sequence and process additional cards arising from inspections, monitoring progress and reporting delays to the Supervisor - Maintenance Planning and Records.
• Raise non-routine maintenance cards for defects recorded in the Technical Log Book/Cabin Log and follow up on actions.
• Handle deferred defect entries in the AMOS system and submit debrief reports on aircraft departure.
• Monitor man-hours booked and rostered against actual hours logged and review completed task documents against original approvals before certification.
• Prepare lists of material and tool shortages, coordinate with Technical Procurement and handle ad-hoc requirements in AOG situations.
• Maintain records of component changes, coordinate with MCC and Line Maintenance on the next planning, and forward completed work packages to Maintenance Planning and records to Technical Records.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Aircraft Engineering, Aeronautical or Electro-Mechanical, or a higher diploma/certificate from a recognised institution with relevant experience.
• 3+ years in aviation maintenance planning and records; experience with low-cost airlines and Airbus A320 aircraft preferred.
• Knowledge of CAMO requirements, MPD, MRB and AMP documents, and familiarity with GCAA rules and regulations.
• Exposure to EASA Part 145, Part 21 and sub-part M requirements.
• Able to work under pressure in rotating shifts including nights.

Required skills

• Proficiency in the Microsoft suite and ability to use technology systems and tools.
• Fluent English and very good written and verbal communication.
• Desirable: Human Factor training, project management certificate, and Cost Control, Compliance, Budgeting and Quality Assurance certifications.