Joseph Vella
22, Toni Zahra Street, Zejtun
Summary
Technical leader with proven track record in driving innovative solutions and optimizing technical processes. Skilled in team collaboration, fostering results-driven environment, and adapting to changing needs. Expertise in project management, system integration, and strategic planning, coupled with strong focus on achieving organizational goals. Known for reliability, effective communication, and proactive approach to problem-solving.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Director
Comlux Tech
01.2022 - Current
- Monitored production operations for quality and compliance with standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to efficiently complete large-scale projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Provided technical support to Comlux Part 145 MRO in Indianapolis, USA.
- Established Comlux Tech as a dedicated after-sales support unit.
Post Holder Maintenance
Comlux Malta Ltd.
03.2019 - 12.2021
- Maintained airworthiness compliance within aviation regulations for Comlux Malta.
- Responsibility included coordinating with Airworthiness Inspectorate of Transport Malta for aircraft reliability review.
- Worked closely with Transport Malta for new Comlux Malta aircraft registration.
Deputy Post-Holder Maintenance, Head of MCC
Comlux Malta
10.2008 - 03.2019
- Head of Maintrol, A320FAM Senior Engineering Manager and Deputy Post Holder Maintenance with Comlux Malta Ltd. with principal responsibility of Airbus A320 aircraft maintenance management.
- Oversaw maintenance control activities and planned scheduled maintenance per approved programs.
- Served as primary contact for all AOG situations on Airbus A320 aircraft.
- Supported budget planning for strategic resource allocation.
B2 Certifying Line & Base Maintenance Engineering Supervisor & Shift Leader
Air Malta Plc.
10.1979 - 10.2008
- Managed line and base maintenance on company and third-party aircraft at Malta and outstations in AOG recovery scenarios.
- Performed comprehensive maintenance on company and third-party aircraft, including major modifications and repairs.
- Operated as a flying spanner on Air Malta Airbus A320 to European airports.
- Conducted pre-acceptance inspections on Boeing & Airbus aircraft before delivery to Air Malta.
- Served as onsite liaison engineer and Maintrol with Air Malta’s maintenance providers in UK from 2004 to 2008.
- Set and managed budgets for capital, expense and cost improvement activities and defined and developed project specifications.
Skills
Type Licenses Held:
B2 & C & B1 [Limitation 10 & 11]
Airbus A318/319/320/321 [CFM56]
Airbus A318/319/320/321 [CFM LEAP 1A]
Boeing B737-600/700/800/900 [CFM56]
Boeing B737- 300/400/500 [CFM56]
Boeing B737-100/200 [JT8D]
BAe 146/RJ [Avco-Lyc ALF500]
Boeing B707/720 [PW JT3D]
Attended full type training on Bombardier Global XRS Global 5000 aircraft at Bombardier training facilities in Montreal, Canada in Nov 2008
Designated technical flight engineer for technical acceptance flights on Airbus aircraft with relevant Airbus training for same
Training
Multiple aircraft type courses and various management courses across a career spanning 45 years
Personal Information
- ID Number: 708657M
- Date of Birth: 10/20/57
Timeline
Technical Director
Comlux Tech
01.2022 - Current
Post Holder Maintenance
Comlux Malta Ltd.
03.2019 - 12.2021
Deputy Post-Holder Maintenance, Head of MCC
Comlux Malta
10.2008 - 03.2019
B2 Certifying Line & Base Maintenance Engineering Supervisor & Shift Leader
Air Malta Plc.
10.1979 - 10.2008
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