Airspace Project Specialist

Full time

About the Air Navigation, Airspace and Aerodromes (ANAA) Branch

The Air Navigation, Airspace and Aerodromes (ANAA) Branch conducts frontline activities for the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) including entry control, ongoing surveillance and where required enforcement of certified and registered aerodromes, aerodrome rescue and firefighting services, air traffic control training and service providers, aeronautical telecommunications, communications, navigation and surveillance services, instrument approach designers and aeronautical information management. The Branch also exercise CASA's authority for the regulation of Australian-administered airspace and provides relevant advice to Government, International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) fora, industry and internally within CASA.

What is the Office of Airspace Regulation?

The Office of Airspace Regulation (OAR) is within the ANAA Branch and assumes responsibility and accountability for the review of all Australian-administered airspace, delivering CASA’s obligations under the Airspace Act 2007, the Airspace Regulations 2007, the Civil Aviation Act 1988, and the Australian Airspace Policy Statement 2021 (AAPS).

CASA must regard the safety of air navigation as the most important consideration. The OAR must approach the development of its airspace regulation advice on the same basis and ensure Australian-administered airspace is managed safely and effectively. The OAR are the only authority in Australia with delegations under the Airspace Regulations 2007.

About the opportunity

The Airspace Project Specialist is accountable to the Team Leader Airspace Strategy within the OAR to guide the design and development of the Australian Future Airspace Framework (AFAF). The position supports CASA’s development of a long-term strategic airspace implementation plan for the deployment of Australian administered airspace. The Airspace Project Specialist plays a critical part in the future development of aviation safety policies, regulations, standards, and guidance material associated with infrastructure and systems intended to support current and emerging non-traditional aircraft.

This is a technical position operating with a significant degree of independence, within a multi-disciplinary team. The position will be required to produce quality, consistent and standardised reports, utilising evidence and analysis to support actions, recommendations, findings, airspace changes or other appropriate risk mitigators. You may also be required to assist with various tasks within the OAR team.

This role requires you to have a high level of integrity, strong written and verbal communication skills, and be highly organised. You will be motivated to contribute to aviation safety, have good judgement, analytical skills, be proactive and organised.

This is a Canberra or Brisbane based position. Other CASA office locations may be considered. Some interstate or overseas travel may be necessary.

As an Airspace Project Specialist, you will be responsible for the following deliverables that represent an ongoing body of work:

• Work both autonomously and as part of a team to develop and deliver the complex and dynamic Australian Future Airspace Framework in accordance with government instruction and policy requirements.

• Think innovatively to enhance the future development of aviation safety policies, regulations, standards, and guidance material associated with infrastructure and systems intended to support current and emerging non-traditional aircraft.

• Using specialised skills, research, knowledge and experience, use an evidence- and risk- based approach to ensure the Australian airspace architecture is safe for all airspace users.

• Prepare and present technical written and verbal briefs on the Australian Future Airspace Framework, including the provision of regulatory advice to industry and the CASA Executive.

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal and external key stakeholders.

• Promote workplace safety, equity and diversity, participative management and environmental management in the workplace, while acting in accordance with the CASA Values and Code of Conduct.

• Ensure decision making is conducted in accordance with the CASA Regulatory Philosophy.

• Work supportively and cooperatively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to achieve shared outcomes.

Our ideal candidate for ASR1 must demonstrate the following: 

• Comprehensive understanding of the issues associated with airspace classification, risk assessment, as well as the current and emerging communications, navigation and surveillance technologies used in airspace design.

• Working knowledge of the Australian aviation safety legislation, international standards and best practice related to airspace administration and/or extensive regulatory experience.

• High order written and verbal communication skills, with advanced report writing skills and the ability to develop, maintain and influence relationships across a broad range of stakeholder groups. 

• Strong research and analytical skills to assess risk using an evidence-based approach so as to ensure the Australian airspace architecture is safe for all airspace users.

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in managing competing complex demands, planning, reporting and meeting specified outcomes and timeframes.

• Promotion of workplace safety, equity and diversity, and act in accordance with the CASA Values and Behaviours.

The following ideal candidate requirements are highly desirable for the ASR1 classification:

• An aviation industry background with a focus on airspace safety.

• Tertiary qualifications in an aviation, safety, risk or a related field

Affirmative Measures

This vacancy is being advertised concurrently under a general and an affirmative measure recruitment process.

Affirmative measures is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait people or people living with a disability. Evidence will be requested if your application progresses under an affirmative measures process.

Eligibility requirements

Employment with CASA is subject to conditions prescribed within the Civil Aviation Act 1988. The following eligibility requirements apply to this position

• Must be an Australia citizen or permanent resident
• Undergo pre-employment screening including a Police Check
• Currently holds a Commonwealth security clearance to NV1 or have the ability to obtain and hold a clearance at this level.
• Currently holds an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) card or have the ability to obtain and hold one.
• Undertake pre-employment alcohol and drug tests

About us

The Civil Aviation Safety Authority’s (CASA) primary function is to conduct the safety regulation of civil air operations in Australia, Australian civil airspace and the operation civil air operations in Australia, Australian civil airspace and the operation of Australian aircraft overseas.

CASA is committed to having a flexible and inclusive workplace and recognises and values the diversity of the wider Australian community.

We encourage and welcome applications from people with Disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people.

Culture and benefits

We value our people. CASA values social and cultural diversity and is committed to a safe workplace. We are committed to the attraction, recruitment and retention of Indigenous Australians and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

CASA is committed to attaining and retaining the highest quality of skilled professionals and providing a desirable work environment in which they can maximise their talent and potential. We provide rewarding careers, promote work-life balance and support professional and personal development.

Closing Date for Applications: 11.59pm AEDT, Thursday 27 June 2024

The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) was established on 6 July 1995 as an independent statutory authority. Under section 8 of the, Civil Aviation Act 1988, CASA is a body corporate separate from the Commonwealth. CASA's primary function is to conduct the safety regulation of civil air operations in Australia and the operation of Australian aircraft overseas. It is also required to provide comprehensive safety education and training programmes, cooperate with the Australian Transport Safety Bureau, and administer certain features of Part IVA of the Civil Aviation (Carriers' Liability) Act 1959. The Civil Aviation Regulations 1988 and the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, made under authority of the Civil Aviation Act, provide for general regulatory controls for the safety of air navigation. The Civil Aviation Act and CAR 1988 empower CASA to issue Civil Aviation Orders on detailed matters of regulation. The CASRs 1998 empower CASA to issue Manuals of Standards which support CASR by providing detailed technical material.

Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website

The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) was established on 6 July 1995 as an independent statutory authority. Under section 8 of the, Civil Aviation Act 1988, CASA is a body corporate separate from the Commonwealth. CASA's primary function is to conduct the safety regulation of civil air operations in Australia and the operation of Australian aircraft overseas. It is also required to provide comprehensive safety education and training programmes, cooperate with the Australian Transport Safety Bureau, and administer certain features of Part IVA of the Civil Aviation (Carriers' Liability) Act 1959. The Civil Aviation Regulations 1988 and the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, made under authority of the Civil Aviation Act, provide for general regulatory controls for the safety of air navigation. The Civil Aviation Act and CAR 1988 empower CASA to issue Civil Aviation Orders on detailed matters of regulation. The CASRs 1998 empower CASA to issue Manuals of Standards which support CASR by providing detailed technical material.

Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website

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