Flight Operations Inspector

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Civil Aviation Safety Authority Australia Flight Operations Inspector – Fixed Wing (FTO) / Senior Flight Operations Inspector – Fixed Wing (FTO) – Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Role Overview CASA is seeking a Flight Operations Inspector (fixed wing) to join the Flight Testing Office in the Regulatory Oversight Division in CASA. In this role, you will be accountable for the oversight of Flight Examiners, 61.040 approval holders, and Approved Testing Officers, while delivering programs that enhance training and testing standards. With a strong educational focus, you will provide mentoring, training, and assessment to industry professionals. About the position The Regulatory Oversight Division is responsible for the provision of aviation safety regulatory services and surveillance and the facilitation of regulatory compliance support to operators and maintenance organisations. The Division is also responsible for safety oversight of flight crew Aerodromes, RPAS, dangerous goods, cabin safety, ground operations, drug and alcohol management plans and international operations. The Flight Testing Office plays a vital role in maintaining standards of flight crew in Australia. It is responsible for oversight activities of the Flight Examiner Rating Course, provides education and mentoring for industry examiners, contributes technical input to the biennial Professional Development Program, and conducts examiner and instructor proficiency checks and flight tests. These responsibilities span Parts 141 and 142, as well as air transport and aerial work operations in aeroplanes, helicopters, and simulators. This role may also provide broader support to other safety oversight functions across the agency. This is an opportunity to influence industry standards and help develop highly skilled flight examiners and instructors. This role is preferably located in either Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane, however other locations will be considered. Interstate travel will be required. Key Responsibilities Duties defined in position description FO (1 or 2) Exercise the prescribed delegations as authorised by the Director of Aviation Safety / CEO and undertake the activities of the division in a professional, effective and efficient manner. Conduct oversight activities such as ground and air surveillance of Flight Examiners, 61.040 approval holders and Approved Testing Officers and associated flying training activities in accordance with prescribed schedules to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Investigate accidents, incidents, complaints or other reports relating to Flight Examiners and initiate any necessary action in regard to deficiencies or breaches of the legislation. Provide high quality, expert technical and regulatory support, and complex advice to the Manager Flight Testing Office and CASA hierarchy. Investigate accidents, incidents, complaints or other reports relating to Flight Examiners and initiate any necessary action in regard to deficiencies or breaches of the legislation. Provide high quality, expert technical and regulatory support, and complex advice to the Manager Flight Testing Office and CASA hierarchy. Make assessments and recommendations in relation to applicants seeking to become Flight Examiners and conduct surveillance to ensure continued maintenance of required standards. Conduct flight tests for the issue of licences and ratings and conduct proficiency checks as required. Provide ongoing mentoring and education to Flight Examiners. Provide expert services to the industry on a fee for service basis. Promote workplace safety, equity and diversity, participative management and environmental management in the workplace and act in accordance with the CASA Values and Behaviours. Other duties as required. The key duties of the position include: Ideal Candidate As defined in position description FO (1 or 2) Hold a Part 61 Air Transport Pilot Licence or Commercial Pilot Licence with an Aeroplane Category Rating; and Hold a current Class 1 Medical certificate; and Hold a CASA Part 61 Flight Examiner Rating with multiple Flight Examiner Endorsements and a current Examiner Rating proficiency check; and Hold a Flight Instructor Rating with a Grade One Training Endorsement and a current Instructor Rating proficiency check; and Have extensive Australian flight testing experience and demonstrated knowledge as a Flight Examiner Rating holder, Approved Testing Officer, military equivalent or CASA inspector. Strong understanding of Australia’s civil aviation legislation with a focus on flight training operations and their application in a regulatory environment. Strong stakeholder management skills including the ability to liaise with stakeholders and provide well-considered responses to complex matters. Demonstrated high level written and verbal communications skills with the ability to interpret complex information and present effective arguments in a timely manner. Ability to independently exercise judgement in handling complex queries and share information with other team members to achieve outcomes. As defined in position description FO (1 or 2) Hold, or have held, the position of Chief Pilot and/or Head of Operations (HOO). Have current Australian flight testing knowledge and experience across multiple kinds of flight tests and proficiency checks. Have recent experience with a Part 141 or 142 operator. Have recent small aeroplane training and checking experience. Eligibility requirements At a minimum, prospective CASA employees must undergo pre-employment screening and must be willing to provide the required information to successfully undergo a police record check. The position’s occupant must be an Australian citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain the required level of security clearance as required. As an employee in a safety sensitive position, perform, or be available to perform, safety sensitive aviation activities, as defined in the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998. Undertake and pass a pre-employment alcohol and drug test as part of CASA’s Alcohol and Other Drugs Directive and Procedure. 8+ years of appropriate experience including holding an Air Transport Pilot’s Licence (Fixed Wing) or Commercial Pilot Licence (Helicopter Category Rating). Hold a current class 1 Medical certificate. Civil or military equivalent qualifications that are relevant to the role. e.g.: flight examiner, instructor rating, and/or training and checking pilot. Supervisory experience in aviation in a key person role or similar. i.e.: Head of Flying Operations (HOFO), Head of Operations (HOO), Head of Training and Checking (HoTC), or an equivalent role with a National Aviation Authority (NAA). Understanding of Australia’s Civil Aviation Act 1988 (the Act), and relevant CASRs and CARs, guidance material and other legislation, or similar aviation regulatory regime. Hold, or be eligible to hold, an Australian Security Identification Card (ASIC). The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the 'Racial Discrimination Act 1975'. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait people. This initiative/program is only applicable where the successful applicant will be employed under the Public Service Act 1999. Similar conditions may apply when employed under other Acts. For clarification please contact the agency. The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under Section 33 of the Australian Public Service Commissioner's Direction 2022. This vacancy is open only to people with disability. This initiative/program is only applicable where the successful applicant will be employed under the Public Service Act 1999. Similar conditions may apply when employed under other Acts. For clarification please contact the agency. Getting to know the Civil Aviation Safety Authority Australia “Safe skies for all—it begins with you.” CASA is established by and operates under the Civil Aviation Act 1988 and the Airspace Act 2007. CASA's primary function is to conduct the safety regulation of civil air operations in Australia and the operation of Australian aircraft overseas. We license pilots, register aircraft, oversee aviation safety and promote safety awareness. We are also responsible for making sure that Australian airspace is administered and used safely. CASA is a Corporate Commonwealth entity and is subject to the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 which deals with a range of matters, including reporting and the use of and management of public resources. We employ over 800 people working across Australia. We are an engaged team and proud to work for CASA. We strongly believe in the vision, mission and goals of our agency. We are highly connected to CASA’s Values and Regulatory Philosophy that underpin all we do. We understand how our roles directly contribute to aviation safety. We are a relationship-based organisation and value the input and ideas of others. #J-18808-Ljbffr