Summary
Overview
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Education
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Certification
Aircraft Experience
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Brandon Freiberg

Brandon Freiberg

Christchurch,New Zealand

Summary

Experienced Maintenance Operations Coordinator with 14 years of expertise in ATR-72, Dash-8 Q300, A320, B737 Classic, B737NG, B767, B777, and C-130 aircraft.

Transitioned to an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer role at Air Nelson in September 2013, progressing to Team Leader in December 2017 with Air New Zealand Regional Maintenance LTD. Relocated to Christchurch in September 2019, contributing to the support of the Q300 fleet as a Maintenance Operations Controller.

Proficient in heavy maintenance, light, and line maintenance operations.

Demonstrated versatility across various departments, gaining comprehensive insights into 119 and 145 maintenance operations throughout the tenure with Air New Zealand.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Operations Controller

Air New Zealand
09.2019 - Current
  • The defect control and monitoring of the maintenance on the Q300 fleet.
  • Managing incoming defects and AOG recovery to minimize On Time Performance delays and cancellations.
  • Communication and Collaboration with Operations, Engineering, and Flight Crew.
  • Continuous Development, building a strong knowledge of the aircraft and developing a database of resources.
  • Risk mitigation to minimize Defects and AOGs and safeguard company assets.

Team Leader

Air New Zealand Regional Maintenance LTD
12.2017 - 09.2019
  • Leading a team that performs with a high level of success.
  • Developed team members skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
  • Streamlined workflows for increased efficiency, reducing turnaround times for critical tasks.
  • Coordinated resources effectively to meet project deadlines and achieve desired results.
  • Established clear communication channels that ensured the timely exchange of information between team members and stakeholders.
  • Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.

Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Air New Zealand Regional Maintenance LTD
04.2015 - 12.2017
  • Served as Acting Team Leader developing leadership skills, while also getting to know individual customers and meeting their different needs.
  • Continuously updated technical knowledge through regular participation in training workshops and professional development courses, ensuring optimal job performance.
  • Inducting new team members, continuous development of others, while at the same time working together to get through the day-to-day challenges.
  • Contributed to a safer working environment by adhering strictly to safety protocols during all maintenance activities.
  • Developed detailed work scopes for defect findings.
  • Actively participated in root cause analysis investigations following incidents, implementing corrective actions as needed.

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Air New Zealand - Air Nelson
09.2013 - 04.2015
  • Developed a well-rounded knowledge of the ATR and Dash-8's.
  • Supported team members in troubleshooting technical problems.

Trainee Engineer

Air New Zealand Tech Ops - Christchurch
01.2010 - 08.2013
  • Expanded knowledge base through active participation with experienced engineers.
  • Gained hands-on experience with various tools, machinery, and software systems through extensive training and practice.

Education

Diploma - Aeronautical Engineering.

NZQA
New Zealand
09.2020

Skills

  • Strategic Communication
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Staff Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Defect Work Scoping
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Forecasting
  • Decision Making
  • Risk Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Quality Assurance
  • Software Applications

Certification

NZQA

Level 6 certificate in Aeronautical Engineering


Civil Aviation Authority

CAANZ License Q300 / ATR


Civil Aviation Safety Authority

CASA B1 License


Federal Aviation Administration

FAA A&P License


Air New Zealand Airline Training

Level 3 Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering.


Aircraft Experience

  • ATR-72/42
  • Dash-8 Q300,
  • A320
  • B737 Classic
  • B737NG
  • B767
  • B777
  • C-130

Timeline

Maintenance Operations Controller

Air New Zealand
09.2019 - Current

Team Leader

Air New Zealand Regional Maintenance LTD
12.2017 - 09.2019

Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Air New Zealand Regional Maintenance LTD
04.2015 - 12.2017

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Air New Zealand - Air Nelson
09.2013 - 04.2015

Trainee Engineer

Air New Zealand Tech Ops - Christchurch
01.2010 - 08.2013

Diploma - Aeronautical Engineering.

NZQA
Brandon Freiberg