Senior Casa Inspector

Full timeThe CASA Inspector, Airworthiness, within the surveillance branch role spans the following functions:Conduct and lead scheduled and unscheduled surveillance activities in support of the National Oversight Plan via direct participation of surveillance activities or leading a multi-disciplinary team conducting surveillance activities;Provision of regulatory guidance to the aviation industry and other CASA staff on the application of aviation safety legislation;Ensuring that aviation approval holders continue to meet the legislative requirements and function at the level of competency and safety required, and the resolution of identified deficiencies by an aviation approval holder.In line with the CASA mobility plan, inspectors may receive additional training and the opportunity to conduct regulatory service tasks in addition to conducting surveillance activities.Reporting to the Manager Surveillance Perth, this role will work within a dynamic and focussed, locally managed team of CASA Inspectors working collaboratively and cohesively performing the surveillance functions of the National Oversight Plan.
This will include both inter and intra state travel including to some regional and remote areas.The preferred applicant will have a sound regulatory knowledge and ideally a background in general aviation / CAR 30 maintenance activities involving fixed and/or rotary wing aircraft, additional experience in compliance, auditing and organisational oversight is preferred.This role requires an understanding of various aviation industry sectors, civil aviation legislation hierarchy and supporting material.
This position is identified as safety sensitive.
The incumbent may be required to perform, or be available to perform, safety sensitive aviation activities, as defined in the relevant regulations.Inspectors are generally responsible for applying technical knowledge to resolve queries, conducting regulatory assessments and leading and/or participating in surveillance events in accordance with CASA policy and procedures to ensure effective oversight of regulated industry participants.The CASA Inspector (ASR1) works under limited direction and demonstrates sound regulatory judgement.
These roles exercise initiative and provide accurate technical knowledge and expertise.
A CASA Inspector identifies and analyses circumstances where regulatory enquiries are responded to using published materials or subject matter expert assistance.Our ideal candidate for ASR1 must demonstrate the following:Extensive relevant knowledge and experience within the aviation industry, an equivalent National Aviation Authority or safety related industries relevant to the functions of the role.Strong understanding of Australia's Civil Aviation legislation and international standards and their application in a regulatory environment.Ability to manage, research and resolve ambiguous, challenging and/or complex issues.Ability to coordinate and assimilate technical knowledge and inputs from a professionally diverse team in developing solutions to problems.Sound knowledge of project management.Knowledge of quality assurance and risk management principles.High level written and verbal communications skills with the ability to interpret complex information.The Senior CASA Inspector (ASR2) works under general direction and demonstrate and exercise both initiative and judgment in the provision of highly developed technical knowledge and expertise in complex, or unusual matters where existing standards, policies and procedures may not cover the circumstances.
These roles require a highly developed regulatory knowledge to undertake work of a challenging or complex nature and may include undertaking detailed or sensitive projects that have broader impacts for CASA.In addition to demonstrating the above to a high level, to be considered suitable at the ASR 2 level, you must demonstrate the following:Extensive relevant knowledge and experience within the aviation industry, an equivalent National Aviation Authority or safety related industries relevant to the specialist functions of the role.Specialist knowledge of civil aviation legislation, regulations, policies and reporting requirements, Australian and international standards, and an understanding of their application in a regulatory environment.Ability to exercise independent judgement utilising sound political and social awareness.High level knowledge of project management.Demonstrated high level written and verbal communications skills with the ability to interpret complex information and present effective arguments in a timely manner.A high-level understanding of quality assurance and risk management principles.Knowledge and experience handling complex and ambiguous situations systematically.Knowledge and experience delivering high quality service ensuring outcomes to meet corporate objectives.Strong stakeholder management skills including the ability to liaise with stakeholders and provide well-considered responses to complex matters.Responsibilities for CASA Inspectors (ASR1), increasing in complexity and scope for Senior CASA Inspectors (ASR2) and within their appropriate technical discipline, may include the following (depending on the function assigned):Interpreting and answering complex queries in a service delivery environment from CASA staff and industry participants in accordance with agreed service standards.Facilitating input into responses from specialist areas to deliver consistent advice and guidance to external clients and CASA stakeholders via a demand-pull work management system.Undertaking research and analysis to support the provision of regulatory guidance to CASA staff and industry participants related to the Civil Aviation regulatory environment with a focus on specialty areas.Working closely with CASA staff to address specific safety information, education and training issues arising from industry enquiries, surveillance and other regulatory services activities.Maintaining knowledge of civil aviation legislation, regulations, policies and reporting requirements, Australian and international standards, quality assurance procedures and best practice models.Providing oversight as a member of a nationally dispersed team and across the division to drive successful CASA stakeholder outcomes.Conducting and leading diverse, and at times complex surveillance activities, in accordance with CASA policies and procedures addressing both regulatory and operational compliance.Conducting and leading challenging or complex assessments, recommending outcomes to applications from members of the aviation community for operating certificates, industry approvals & other regulatory services, in accordance with policy guidelines and associated processes.Providing high level regulatory advice in relation to systems, standards and processes in support of regulatory services applications and surveillance activities.Managing compliance processes including data analysis and produce intelligence reports in line with CASA standards.Encouraging industry to comply with its obligations to maintain high standards of aviation safety through education, training, industry forums and timely aviation safety advice.Providing on the job training for CASA Inspectors in their respective discipline.Complying with standard business processes in line with CASA standards and identifying and recommending modifications to operational policies, procedures and standards.Ensuring accurate records and information is maintained supporting all regulatory functions and team reporting requirements.Exercising prescribed delegations in accordance with CASA policy and good administrative decision-making processes.The following ideal candidate requirements are desirable:Australian or foreign Aircraft Maintenance Engineer licenceExperience in CAR 30 or similar maintenance activities (civil or military)Experience in the delivery and/or development of maintenance training (civil or military)Experience in regulatory and/or operational management and complianceExperience in regulatory and/or operational compliance auditingFunctional ability utilising Microsoft Office and associated platforms (excel, word, etc)Affirmative MeasuresThis 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.About usThe 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 benefitsWe 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.For full details and information on the role please visit the Careers | Civil Aviation Safety Authority (casa.gov.au).
Applications for all CASA vacancies must be submitted through the CASA e-Recruitment portal.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 websiteThe 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 websiteTo help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.

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