Job Description

The Manager Production Planning reports to the Senior Manager Resource and Production Planning for all CAR M, CAR 145 and EASA Part-145 requirements related to the Production planning functions required for maintenance operation, ensuring Etihad Airway’s safety, airworthiness and economic objectives are met in an efficient manner.

Accountabilities

• Manage the development of New Aircraft Type Capability in liaison with QA Assurance and other key stakeholders.
• Evaluates the need of resources required to crew the demand of the operator’s maintenance planning forecast.
• Develop a plan to deliver efficient planning, reduction of TAT (turn-around time), high value of safety, and cost reduction.
• Oversee the Technical assessment functions for all EY & Third-Party tasks & work packages to ensure compliance with EASA and GCAA regulations.
• Collaborate with Supply chain to maximize efficiency in processes
• Define optimum plans to maximize the output of resources to meet budgetary targets.
• Determine the demand for facilities, tooling, and materials to ensure execution of the maintenance forecast in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Manage people to drive engagement, productivity, and innovation.
• Introduce effective check management system focused on Production Control.
• Coordinate with Cost Controller to periodically analyse post-check reports and identify areas for improvements
• Collaborate with Production in production risk assessment and mitigation activities
• Constantly review and revise TPM and MOE procedures and ensure active implementation of the procedures

Education & Experience

• Valid aircraft maintenance license (UAE GCAA/EASA Part 66 or equivalent Degree / diploma in the field of Human Resource or Resource Management / Aeronautical, Mechanical or Electrical /Electronic Engineering.
• A minimum of 10 years job-related experience / at least 5 years of Management experience in a similar role is essential

Skills Required

• Aircraft Maintenance