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.
Reports to: Senior Licensed Aircraft Engineer, Chubu
Location / Country: Chubu / Japan
Employment Condition: Full time / Permanent
Support safe, reliable aircraft operations by delivering hands-on line maintenance that keeps Cathay aircraft and customers moving. Working on a shift basis at outport stations across Japan, Korea and Taiwan, this role plays a vital part in day-to-day operational readiness, directly influencing safety, punctuality and service consistency.
Under the supervision of a Licensed Aircraft Engineer, you will carry out aircraft maintenance and servicing activities, support ground equipment and facilities, and help manage parts, documentation and station administration. The work is practical and operational, requiring attention to detail, teamwork and a strong respect for safety standards, while also interacting with third-party service providers when applicable.
Beyond routine operations, the role contributes to disruption recovery, contingency situations and emergency response, offering exposure to the realities of line maintenance in a live operational environment. Through on-the-job training, performance reviews and career development discussions, this position builds a strong foundation for growth within Cathay Engineering, while contributing to a travel experience customers can trust.
- Perform aircraft maintenance on Cathay Group aircraft and, where applicable, third-party customer aircraft under the supervision of a Licensed Aircraft Engineer
- Work on a shift basis to support daily line maintenance operations and operational readiness
- Monitor the performance of third-party suppliers, including technical, ramp, de-icing and refuelling services, and follow up on operational issues
- Support contingency and ad hoc operational requirements, including diversions, charters, aircraft type changes and disruption recovery
- Carry out station administration duties and maintain valid station documentation and passes as directed
- Service and maintain station ground equipment, vehicles and facilities
- Control inventory and housekeeping of the aircraft parts store
- Undertake local or overseas operational relief duties when required
- Ensure compliance with local Occupational Health and Safety standards, regulations and guidelines
- Participate in emergency, accident and crisis response activities as required
- 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)
- Willingness to undertake induction training and on-the-job training as required
- Excellent command in written and spoken Japanese and English
- Must have the legal right to live and work in Japan
- Base salary: JPY373,020/month
- Title allowance: JPY10,000/month
- Fixed allowance: JPY11,000/month (Ramp allowance)
- Corporate Defined Contribution Pension Plan: Up to JPY 55,000/month
- Other allowances: Subject to the company policy
- 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 (depending on the company performance)
We believe that to move our customers forward, we must move our people forward first. Joining Cathay means unlocking a distinctive international lifestyle, supported by a foundation of excellence that respects your life both inside and outside of work.
- A Life in Motion: Highly discounted travel for you and your family.
- Design Your Journey: Benefit from structured career progression paths and world-class training.
- Security and Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical coverage, a flexible retirement scheme, and competitive remuneration.
- A Culture of Support: Work within a safe, collaborative environment that embraces diversity.
- Well-being and Balance: Flexible work schedules and extensive well-being programmes.
- Rewarding Excellence: Special allowances for overnight and public holiday shifts where applicable.
Application
- Cover letter in English detailing your motivation for applying
- CV (both Japanese and English version)
- Copy of certificate for Aircraft engineering-related (if available)
Interview date: 8 October 2026 (Thu) (in-person, in 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.
