Company Description
Cathay is a premium travel lifestyle brand based in Hong Kong, bringing people closer to the places, experiences and opportunities that matter to them. Our purpose — to move people forward in life — begins with our own people.
Across our airlines, cargo and lifestyle businesses, it is our people who turn journeys into experiences and ambition into progress. Joining Cathay means being part of a global and inclusive community, driven by thoughtful care, progressive attitude and a can-do spirit — and supported to grow through a meaningful career that moves with you.
If you are seeking an opportunity to take flight, let your ambitions propel you higher and further. Make Your Career Move, together with Cathay.
Role Introduction
Reports to: Senior Licensed Aircraft Engineer, Haneda/ Kansai/ Narita
Location / Country: Haneda, Kansai or Narita / Japan
Employment Condition: Full time / Permanent
The successful candidates will perform operational functions to enable our customers to enjoy our service in the form of exceptional safety, on-time performance and cabin experience. This role also performs operational functions under the supervision of an Aircraft Engineer ensuring delivery of a safe and exceptionally reliable travel experience that supports our brand and business.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Accountabilities
- Working on a shift basis, perform aircraft maintenance for Cathay Group aircraft and third-party customers (if applicable) under supervision of the Aircraft Engineer
- Monitor third party supplier’s performance (technical, ramp services, de-icing, refuelling etc.), follow up and rectify any operational issues in a timely manner
- Support the contingency plans and ad hoc operational requirements such as diversions, charters, ad hoc aircraft type changes, major disruption recovery, etc.
- Perform station administration and ensure station documentation / passes are up-to-date and valid as directed
- Perform servicing and maintenance for station ground equipment, vehicles and facilities
- Ensure compliance with local Occupational Health & Safety standards and regulations / guidelines
Performance and Business Process Improvement
- Attend performance reviews and discuss career development plan with the designated Direct Appraiser
- Attend station meetings as required to ensure regular engagement and effective communication
- Embrace continuous improvement culture through quality innovation, teamwork, lean processes to drive operational efficiency, productivity and commercial improvement
E&A
- Emergency and Accident and Crisis Response responsibilities as required
Requirements
- Demonstrably aptitude and understanding of aircraft maintenance operations
- Have (or be willing to receive) induction training / on the job training as required
- Must hold a valid Japanese driver’s license (MT)
- Excellent command in written and spoken Japanese and English
- Must have the legal right to live and work in Japan
Benefits
- Base salary: JPY373,020/month ～
- Fixed allowance: JPY11,000/month (Ramp allowance)
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan: Up to JPY 55,000/month
- Other allowances: the company regulations apply
- Social insurance: Unemployment insurance, Worker's compensation insurance, Health insurance, Welfare pension insurance
- Commuting expense allowance: Up to JPY50,000/month
- Break time: 1 hour/day
- Off day: Two days off every week
- Probation period: 3 months
- Annual leave: 16 days in the first year after completing probationary period (prorated based on the month of joining)
- Potential for additional discretional bonus (depends on the company's performance and financial status
Personal & Application Information
Application
- Cover letter in English detailing your motivation for applying
- CV (both Japanese and English version) with preferable location (Haneda, Kansai, or Narita)
- Copy of certificate for Aircraft engineering-related (if available)
Interview date: 16 or 17 April 2026
Interview venue: Cathay Japan Office (Tokyo)
Cathay Pacific is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with our Applicant Personal Information Collection Statement and for recruitment purposes only. Candidates not notified within eight weeks may consider their application unsuccessful. We keep records of your data for no longer than is necessary for the purpose for which we obtained them and any other permitted linked purposes. If your application is unsuccessful, we will keep your details on file for as long as is necessary to process your application or for the purposes of further job opportunities if you agree to such longer periods.
