Engineering Training Manager

About the role

The Engineering Training Manager is responsible for the end‑to‑end management of Air Arabia Academy’s engineering training function. This includes both CAR 147 type training and CAR 145 continuation training for licensed and unlicensed maintenance personnel across the Air Arabia Group.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the engineering instructor cadre, providing line management, performance reviews and competency standardisation.
• Own the quality, compliance and currency of all engineering training manuals, course material and media.
• Coordinate CAR 145 continuation training calendars with each Group airline, tracking licence categories, type‑ratings and recurrent training due dates.
• Maintain budget and P&L accountability for the training function in partnership with Finance.
• Act as the primary interface between the Academy and Group AOC engineering/maintenance leadership on all training matters.
• Ensure audit‑ready compliance by working closely with the CAR 147 Quality Manager.

Required profile

• Proven experience in aviation training management, preferably within a commercial airline environment.
• Strong knowledge of CAR 147 and CAR 145 regulations and GCAA requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership and line‑management capabilities.
• Excellent organisational and coordination skills across multiple entities.
• Financial acumen for budget and P&L responsibility.

Required skills

• In‑depth understanding of CAR 147 type‑training standards.
• Expertise in CAR 145 continuation‑training processes.
• Familiarity with GCAA regulatory framework.
• Training curriculum development and instructional design.
• Instructor qualification and authorisation management.