Michael Waters
Dubai,
Summary
A productive, enthusiastic and quality-orientated airframe engineer with ambitions for further career progression within aviation. Calm and professional when working under pressure and time restrictions. Self-motivated and enjoys working both independently and within a team, providing as much support and encouragement as possible. A high-spirited personality who provides a good working atmosphere and keeps a positive mood within the working environment. A keen sense of responsibility, a problem solver and an excellent track record of dependability.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Technician
Bombardier Aerospace Dubai
12.2022 - Current
- Performing line maintenance across the Bombardier fleet either at home base or during MRT's, including defect troubleshooting and rectification
- Implementing progressive change and new processes to maximise efficiency across the team.
- Providing direction and driving success so as a team, we exceed our financial targets
- Ensuring client satisfaction and retention is maintained, while securing new customers within the region
- Being an ambassador for the companies core values which include customer focus, performance, operational excellence, team spirit and transparency
- Added the Global 7500 type to my licenses in October 2023, allowing me to provide support across the entire fleet
B1.1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer - UMT
Bombardier Services UK
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Joined the unscheduled maintenance team providing AOG support across the U.K airport network as well as across Europe
- Performing RTS/CRS on various 300/600/Global series aircraft on a line work pack, either at Base or on AOG’s
B1.1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer
Bombardier Services UK
10.2019 - 08.2022
- Achieved B1.1 License and became type rated on the CL300/350/604/5/50 and Global Express/XRS/5000/5500/6000/6500 by April 2022
- Trained to perform engine ground run and taxi on all type ratings
- Began running back to back aircraft inputs with teams of up to 8 people, including multiple successful 96 month inspections with major modifications and defect rectification
- Regularly liaised with customers on or off site to ensure input progress was communicated clearly
- Reported input progress on DMM's, working with various departments to ensure a successful, on-time and on-budget project
Aircraft Mechanic
Bombardier Services UK
06.2017 - 10.2019
- Responsible for airframe maintenance across the entire fleet of Bombardier built aircraft
- Ensuring that the companies values of high safety and customer satisfaction are maintained and exceeded where possible
- Performing line and base maintenance tasks from a minor to major scale
- Carried out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, defect rectifications and modification implementations
- Working in a small team and reporting to the team lead daily, while working a 4 on 4 off shift pattern.
Aircraft Mechanic
EBAS Ltd
11.2014 - 05.2017
- My role as Lead Mechanic included reporting to the maintenance manager/shift supervisor and help co-ordinate the work for the shift while being responsible for all mechanics, ensuring they operate effectively and productively.
- Performed airframe maintenance on a range of Bombardier aircraft types that include Challenger 601/604/605 and Global 5000/6000/Express/XRS/GVFD
- Carried out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and defect rectifications, with the occasional AOG
- Carrying out AD’s and SB’s where required
Aircraft Mechanic
Contractor
03.2014 - 11.2014
- Unfortunately, Netjets decided to close down its maintenance facility at RAF Northolt thus making everyone who worked there redundant. So, to prevent myself from being out of work and to keep current on aircraft I offered my services as a contractor until I could find myself a permanent job
- Worked at Cessna Citation Service Centre in Doncaster on various aircraft types such as the Cessna CJ1, CJ2, CJ3, CJ4, XL/XLS+, Bravo, Mustang, Sovereign and X
- My roles included reporting to the maintenance manager/shift supervisor and to perform base and line maintenance tasks involving heavy and light checks.
Non-Certifying Engineer
NetJets
03.2013 - 03.2014
- Maintaining NetJets industry high standards not just with safety but with attention to detail with interior and exterior components, leading to maximum customer satisfaction
- Responsible for airframe maintenance on aircraft types that include the Cessna Citation 550 Bravo, 560XL/XLS and the Hawker 750/800XP
- Serviced and repaired aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure continued airworthiness
- Carried out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and defect rectifications effectively in accordance with the appropriate aircraft manual to ensure optimal aircraft safety and in a timely manner
- Line and Base maintenance performing heavy and light checks as well as the occasional AOG.
Aircraft Trainee Engineer
Jet Aviation UK LTD
09.2010 - 03.2013
- Responsible for airframe maintenance on a range of aircraft types that include the Dassault Falcon 900/2000/7X, the Hawker 125 series, the Citation 550 and the Bombardier Challenger 300/604/605
- Carried out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and defect rectifications effectively in accordance with the appropriate aircraft manual to ensure optimal aircraft safety and in a timely manner
- Assisted in aircraft repair and modifications
- Line and Base maintenance performing heavy and light checks
- Removal and Installation of interior components
Skills
- EASA/GCAA B1/C Licenses
- Communication and Customer Service
- Leadership
- Time Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Safety & Quality Standards
Qualifications And Training
- Wilmington Grammar School for Boys, 09/01/04 - 06/01/11, Obtained 11 GCSE’s and 4 A Levels Engineering (A, A) Science (A, A) Mathematics (A) English Literature and Language (A, B) Geography (A) R.E (B) Citizenship (B) German (C) AS Level English (B) A2 Level Maths (D) A2 Level Physics (D) A2 Level Engineering (B)
- Human Factors First & Continuation, Fuel Tank Safety Level 2, EWIS, CL 300/350/604/5/50 and Global Express/6000/7500 engine ground runs and taxi approval, Lektro Tug Trained, FAA Training, CCDCL Training, System Control Management, FAA Fatigue Countermeasure, Dangerous Goods and Awareness, RVSM
References
Supplied upon request
Timeline
Aircraft Technician
Bombardier Aerospace Dubai
12.2022 - Current
B1.1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer - UMT
Bombardier Services UK
08.2022 - 12.2022
B1.1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer
Bombardier Services UK
10.2019 - 08.2022
Aircraft Mechanic
Bombardier Services UK
06.2017 - 10.2019
Aircraft Mechanic
EBAS Ltd
11.2014 - 05.2017
Aircraft Mechanic
Contractor
03.2014 - 11.2014
Non-Certifying Engineer
NetJets
03.2013 - 03.2014
Aircraft Trainee Engineer
Jet Aviation UK LTD
09.2010 - 03.2013
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