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John David Silvano

John David Silvano

Quality And Compliance Manager
Pasay City

Summary

Accomplished Quality Assurance Manager with a proven track record at Cebu Pacific, enhancing operational efficiency and regulatory compliance through expert airworthiness and safety management. Spearheaded quality initiatives, achieving significant improvements in maintenance and engineering processes. Skilled in regulatory compliance and business acumen, adept at leading teams towards excellence in aviation standards.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
15
15
Certifications

Work History

Quality Assurance Manager

Cebu Pacific
11.2021 - Current
  • Oversee and implement comprehensive Company Quality Assurance program, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving continuous improvement in maintenance, engineering, and operational processes.
  • Lead and manage operations and maintenance audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance to ensure airworthiness, fleet reliability, and adherence to Philippine Civil Aviation Regulations, and international aviation standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Oversee fleet airworthiness, MEL compliance, and maintenance program approvals, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards, OEM requirements, and operational safety objectives.
  • Implement and monitor aircraft reliability programs, analyzing trend data, technical reports, and performance metrics to enhance operational efficiency and minimize unscheduled maintenance.
  • Extensive experience managing ATR 72-500 (Passenger & Freighter) and ATR 72-600 aircraft, ensuring airworthiness, reliability tracking, and regulatory compliance through proactive maintenance strategies.
  • Lead aviation quality audits, compliance monitoring, and risk-based safety assessments, ensuring adherence to CAAP, PCAR, IOSA, and international maintenance regulations.
  • Utilize AMOS and other aviation maintenance tracking systems to oversee fleet performance, maintenance scheduling, and technical reliability monitoring for optimized operations.
  • Provide strategic oversight in SMS implementation, vendor management, and operational risk mitigation, ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous safety improvements.
  • Represent the airline in RCB Meetings, Airworthiness Reviews, and Regulatory Compliance Audits, collaborating with Engineering, Fleet Maintenance, and CAAP Airworthiness Inspectors to drive operational excellence.
  • Coordinate with CAAP, ATR, OEM, Service Providers, and Vendors to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, streamline communication, and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Managing Safety, Quality, and Security Department concerns and requirements during the acquisition of AirSwift Transport Inc., ensuring seamless integration and compliance with regulatory standards.

Quality Assurance Engineer

PhilJets Aero Charter Corporation
09.2019 - 10.2021
  • Led the development and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Approved audit plans, monitored audit schedules, reviewed audit scopes, and evaluated audit findings conducted by auditors and contracted service providers.
  • Monitored the status of audit findings and conducted follow-ups with management personnel and service providers to ensure timely resolution.
  • Identified current departmental standards and set higher objectives/targets to drive continuous improvement in quality and safety.
  • Approved and oversaw the implementation of the Quality Assurance Program for maintenance, engineering, and operations to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
  • Ensured the organization complied with applicable regulations and standards, satisfied operational needs, identified undesirable conditions, and addressed areas requiring improvement.
  • Communicated and coordinated corrective/preventive actions with management and contracted maintenance/service providers, conducting follow-ups on unresolved findings.
  • Prepared and submitted weekly and/or monthly reports to the Accountable Manager, including monitoring activities and audit results.
  • Administered the dissemination of technical information resulting from audit findings to relevant personnel.
  • Administered investigations of mechanical irregularities, accidents, and incidents related to quality to prevent recurrence and reported findings to top management.
  • Performed audits/surveillance on domestic refueling stations and fuel bulk plant suppliers to ensure compliance with company, manufacturer, and CAAP requirements.
  • Designed and implemented solutions for underlying safety concerns, recommended resource allocation for SMS performance, and ensured team members were aware of their safety responsibilities.
  • Ensured timely reporting and liaison with CAAP on reportable events and ensured compliance with the company's Quality, Safety, and Security management systems.
  • Proactively applied SMS risk assessment and mitigation methodologies to novel, modified, or inherently risky operations.
  • Ensured appropriate safety training was provided to personnel and that team members were qualified to perform their duties.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Engineering

Holy Angel University
Angeles City, Province Of Pampanga, Philippines
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Wesleyan University Philippines
Cabanatuan City, Province Of Nueva Ecija, Philippines
04.2001 -

Skills

Quality Management

Software

AMOS

Microsoft Office

AIMS

Orlando Technical Publications

Viasat Aerodocs

Intelex

ATR NavX

Learning Management System

Certification

ISO 9001:2015 Lead Implementer

Timeline

ISO 9001:2015 Lead Implementer

02-2025

IATA Risk Based IOSA Airline Training

03-2024

Human Factors and Error Managment

01-2024

Vendor Managment Training

01-2024

Initial Electrical Wiring Interconnection System Course

09-2023

Initial Reduce Vertical Separation Minima Maintenance Course

09-2023

Enhanced Quality Inspection Course - Theoretical

08-2023

Enhanced Minimum Equipment List Training

08-2023

Security Management System (SeMS) Course

07-2023

IOSA MNT Discipline for Airline Auditor Training

08-2022

IOSA Airline Auditor Training

07-2022

Quality Assurance Manager

Cebu Pacific
11.2021 - Current

Train the Trainer Training

10-2020

ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor Training

05-2020

Introduction to Quality Management Systems

05-2020

Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

04-2020

Quality Assurance Engineer

PhilJets Aero Charter Corporation
09.2019 - 10.2021

Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Engineering

Holy Angel University
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Wesleyan University Philippines
04.2001 -
John David SilvanoQuality And Compliance Manager