Certifying Engineer (B1/B2) | DC Aviation Al Futtaim

Job description / Role

Certifying Engineer (B1/B2) | DC Aviation Al Futtaim | Dubai UAE

About the Company

DC Aviation Al Futtaim (DCAF) has come a long way since its establishment in 2013 as the only integrated Hangar and VIP lounge facility in DWC. We offer services in Charter, FBO, Maintenance and Aircraft Management and strive to deliver excellence in all aspects of our business with our primary focus being to exceed customer expectations. Having obtained our AOC in 2015 our mission is to be the number one Business Aviation Company not only in UAE but also across the region. Being a Joint Venture of two strong conglomerates and also the first mover based in the newly developed Al-Maktoum International Airport, which is set to become the biggest airport in the region, puts us in the enviable position of setting the standard and leading the way for others to follow.

About the Role

The Certifying Engineer will ensure proper maintenance of aircraft and expedient rectification of aircraft defects as directed by the Maintenance Manager. He will also provide supervision of maintenance staff, allocated to them by the Maintenance Manager, and ensure safe and on time dispatch of aircraft under their control.

Primary Duties:
- Exercising their license/approval in relation to the accomplishment of scheduled, unscheduled maintenance and rectification of defects to ensure maintenance is accomplished to the required standards and the operating programme is achieved in an efficient and safe manner.
- Recording and issuing of Certificates of Release to Service for the work accomplished in accordance with the current Maintenance Data, Company procedures and associated Regulatory requirements.
- Reviewing the work and resources allocated and required to ensure expedient rectification of defects utilising allocated staff.
- Advising the Maintenance Manager of any impending service disruptions, problems or areas of concern that may have an impact on the operating programme. Keeping the Maintenance Manager informed of all work performed by him during his duty period.
- Ensuring staff under his immediate control adhere to published technical and safety requirements defined in published manuals and other publications.
- Defining priorities to the staff allocated to him to ensure that efficient use of resources are channelled to an on time and safe flight departure.
- Ensuring documentation and its certification is completed in a timely manner and to the defined procedures to meet Company requirements.
- Ensure that replacement parts and components are of an approved type, correctly certified and released and are physically inspected prior to fitment to the aircraft or component. Ensure that removed components are correctly handled, labelled and blanked.
- When supervising the work of others, ensuring that acceptable standards of workmanship and quality are maintained and the correct tools are employed to accomplish the task.
- Reporting and compilation of technical delay reports in a timely manner, reporting significant defects, discrepancies, incidents, accidents and events as required.
- Ensuring arriving aircraft are met by either the Certifying Engineer or Technician and crews are suitably debriefed to ensure defects are accurately defined and recorded.
- Undertaking such other duties as may be reasonably directed by the Maintenance Manager.
- Ensuring all safety precautions are complied with and actively participate in the Company SMS.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience:
- Valid UAE CAR 66, EASA Part 66 B1 and or B2 licence, or equivalent
- Bombardier Global Express, Falcon 6x/7x and Challenger 604/605/650 Type Rated
- 5 Years working in a corporate/VIP environment
- Experience in Middle East is an advantage
- Valid UAE Driving Licence or meets the requirements to obtain one

Job-Specific Skills:
- Detail oriented methodical approach to solving/performing tasks
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure
- Pride in performing to the best of own ability
- Good communications and interpersonal skills

Please attach your aircraft maintenance engineer licence in one file with your CV. Only applications with licence will be considered.

All positions are full time contract, with permanent residency in Dubai. Applicants must be a permanent resident of Dubai or be willing to relocate. Please ensure you specify the role you are qualified for - only those with the required qualifications will be contacted.

About the Company

Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.

The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.

The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.