Planning Engineer

Job Description Roles & Responsibilities Plan, organize, and control aircraft component maintenance activities in accordance with approved procedures and regulatory requirements. Carry out necessary document control and verification in accordance with component maintenance tasks, including work package documentation. Ensure availability of relevant procedures, maintenance data, tools, special tools, equipment, materials/consumables, facilities, and Certifying/Support Staff, as per approval, scope, and capability list, prior to maintenance commencement. Distribute planned maintenance task cards in proper sequence and order; process, prioritize, and distribute additional or non-routine task cards arising from inspections, ensuring proper execution. Raise non-routine maintenance cards for identified defects, record in the work package, and follow up on proper corrective action per adopted procedures. Monitor maintenance work progress continuously to ensure smooth workflow; report delays or deviations from the planned schedule to the Maintenance Manager and coordinate corrective actions. Review applicable Airworthiness Directives (ADs) and Service Bulletins (SBs) for components under maintenance, assess applicability and compliance status, and incorporate relevant requirements into work packages and planning schedules. Conduct component maintenance pre-input meetings to determine and agree work scope, man-hour estimates, and required action items. Monitor man-hour bookings and rosters against actual logged hours per component batch; control the monthly man-hour plan and report variations to the Maintenance Manager. Review completed maintenance documentation received from Certifying Staff against original pre-documentation to identify variations or discrepancies prior to issuing certification and release. Prepare and maintain updated record sheets documenting all component changes per batch input, continuously updating records until maintenance is successfully completed. Prepare material/tool shortage reports, coordinate with the Maintenance Manager and procurement for resolution, and follow up until items are received and handed over to concerned personnel. Coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders to support maintenance planning and timely completion of work. Forward completed work packages and records to the Maintenance Manager upon completion of component maintenance tasks, per adopted procedures and approved standards. Compile reports on component maintenance for cost control analysis, budgeting, productivity tracking, and management review. Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning efficiency and maintenance turnaround times. Perform any additional duties assigned by the Maintenance Manager (MM), Quality Assurance Manager (QAM), or other authorized personnel. Able to work under pressure and within rotating shift patterns, including night shifts, when operationally required. Desired Candidate Profile AME License or Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Engineering or a related technical discipline. Minimum 3 years of aviation planning experience, preferably within a GCAA/EASA/FAA CAR 145 approved MRO or airline maintenance organization. Strong understanding of aircraft maintenance planning, production control, and work package management. Familiarity with CAR 145 regulations and aviation maintenance documentation. Training in Production Planning, CAR 145 regulations, and Human Factors. Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail. Cost-conscious approach with the ability to manage maintenance resources efficiently. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with aviation maintenance planning software is an advantage. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Willingness to work in rotating shifts, including nights, when operationally required. Employment Type Full Time Company Industry AirlinesAviation Department / Functional Area Engineering Keywords Plan Aircraft Maintenance ActivitiesDocumentation Get real-time job updates only on our App