Miguel Polidano
Zurrieq
Summary
With a lifelong ambition to become an airline pilot, I am currently seeking a First Officer position where I can apply my training, dedication, and passion for aviation. I am a highly motivated and disciplined individual with a strong commitment to continuous learning and professional development. I thrive in collaborative, high-pressure environments and consistently contribute to team success while taking initiative and responsibility when needed.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Pilot Office Specialist
FLY PLAY EUROPE
10.2025 - Current
- Coordinate and manage end to end recruitment processes to ensure smooth and timely onboarding of new candidates.
- Organized and hosted virtual open days to engage potential recruits and provide company insights.
- Conduct initial interviews and assessments of potential pilot candidates.
- Participate in and observe simulator sessions to assess candidate performance and suitability.
- Act as a point of contact for pilot inquiries, providing timely support and information.
- Ensure monthly recruitment targets are being met in line with company intake goals.
Flight Operations
FLY PLAY EUROPE
05.2025 - 10.2025
- Supported the pilot recruitment process, including coordination of interviews, assessments, and candidate communication.
- Organized and hosted virtual open days to engage potential recruits and provide company insights.
- Managed travel policies, including booking flights, accommodation, and ground transport for crew and operational staff.
- Supported company orientation training for new joiners, ensuring smooth onboarding into operational roles.
Turnaround Coordinator
AVIASERVE / ASH
11.2021 - 08.2024
- Responsible for ensuring a safe, secure, and efficient aircraft turnaround from arrival to departure in compliance with operational procedures and safety regulations.
- Delivered consistent, high level customer service to passengers and crew.
- Coordinated with multiple ground service providers (e.g., baggage handling, fueling, catering, and cleaning) to ensure on-time performance and operational efficiency.
- Maintained constant communication with flight crew, dispatch, and airside operations to support timely departures.
- Monitored all ground activities to uphold safety standards and prevent damage or delay.
- Assisted in enforcing airport safety and security procedures in collaboration with relevant authorities and agencies.
- Responded quickly and effectively to irregular operations, delays, or safety concerns.
Aircraft Structures Mechanic
LUFTHANSA TECHNIK
09.2015 - 03.2021
- Performed structural maintenance, modifications, and repairs in accordance with EASA regulations and OEM manuals (SRMs, AMMs).
- Conducted scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, including routine inspections and non destructive damage assessments.
- Removed, replaced, and reinstalled aircraft structural components for bench inspection, testing, or repair.
- Carried out skin repairs, frame/stringer replacements, corrosion removal, and structural part fabrication using sheet metal techniques.
- Utilised technical drawings, blueprints, and maintenance documentation to perform precise repairs and modifications.
- Applied sealants, corrosion inhibitors, and surface protection treatments.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and documentation standards.
- Supervised, guided, and supported junior mechanics and trainees on structural maintenance tasks.
- Maintained accurate maintenance records and reported discrepancies.
- Collaborated with engineers and quality inspectors to ensure airworthiness and release standards were met.
Education
Commercial Flight Training
European Pilot Academy
Malta Airport01.2024
Learning Support Educator
Future Focus
Aircraft Structures Mechanic
MCAST
01.2015
Skills
- Navigation Skills
- Aircraft Dispatch & Turnaround Coordination
- Flight Operations & Crew Support
- Aircraft Structural Repairs & Sheet Metal Work
- Maintenance Manual & Drawing Interpretation
- Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support
- Behavior & Classroom Management
- Communication & Team Collaboration
- Safety Compliance & Problem Solving
- Multitasking in High-Pressure Environments
- Good time management
- Navigation skills
Additional Information
- Total Time: 210 hours
- Single Engine (SEP): 176 hours
- Multi Engine (MEP): 34 hours
- Pilot in Command (PIC): 100 hours
- Simulator (FNPT II – incl. MCC): 78 hours
Timeline
Pilot Office Specialist
FLY PLAY EUROPE
10.2025 - Current
Flight Operations
FLY PLAY EUROPE
05.2025 - 10.2025
Turnaround Coordinator
AVIASERVE / ASH
11.2021 - 08.2024
Aircraft Structures Mechanic
LUFTHANSA TECHNIK
09.2015 - 03.2021
Commercial Flight Training
European Pilot Academy
Learning Support Educator
Future Focus
Aircraft Structures Mechanic
MCAST