Workshop Technician III - Aircraft Painting and Maintenance

About the role

This position assists the Aircraft Paint Supervisor in painting aircraft and parts according to schedule, using industry standards and company standing operating procedures. It also covers O, I and D level work where applicable, and includes leadership and management of team leads. The role is based in Abu Dhabi.

Key responsibilities

• Provide oversight, guidance and mentorship to all Team Leads, and review and implement maintenance policies, procedures and best practices.
• Plan, schedule and oversee maintenance activities, including routine inspections and overhauls, ensuring aircraft meet airworthiness standards and regulations.
• Coordinate with other departments to minimise aircraft downtime and complete maintenance tasks on time.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulations, Airworthiness Directives (ADs) and Service Bulletins (SBs), and ensure maintenance actions are accurately documented.
• Conduct audits and inspections to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Enforce safety protocols, monitor quality control processes and investigate maintenance-related incidents.
• Advise senior management on operating costs (parts, labour, tools) and coordinate with supply chain to keep spare parts and equipment in stock.
• Communicate with operations centres and stakeholders about aircraft status and maintenance schedules, and report regularly to senior management.

Required profile

• Minimum 15 years of aviation maintenance experience; military aviation experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Maintenance Management or a related field preferred.
• Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification or equivalent.
• Experience with aircraft design series relevant to the position.