Flying Operations Inspector-New Zealand

Full Job Description

Permanent Salaried Full Time Wellington, NZ, 6011 Working at our organisation you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to safe and secure skies, for New Zealand. About the role

As a Flight Operations Inspector in our Certification- Agricultural and Helicopter team, you will be responsible for carrying out certification activities for organisations seeking to operate in the aviation system, and to ensure they meet the requirements for certification. This includes carrying out certification assessments to determine requirements against the Civil Aviation Regulations and to evidence certification decisions in a way that supports the CAA’s goals and objectives. This role will give you the opportunity to positively influence the continuous improvement in aviation safety performance by engaging and communicating closely with operators. The role will promote safety and operational best practices within the New Zealand aviation system. As such, you will be required to exercise sound judgement and responsibility within an established operating framework. This role can be Wellington, Auckland or Christchurch based. What we’re looking for

• To be successful in this role you will be able to bring operational knowledge and experience and apply this to your work at the Authority.

• Your excellent interpersonal skills mean that you will be able to work closely with external parties to provide clear and objective decisions about potential safety issues.

• You will be respected by others for your integrity, professionalism and aviation experience and be passionate about improving safety performance.

• Your systems thinking approach combined with your ability to think critically and solve problems will be of benefit in your day to day work.

• Experience in commerical air transport helicopter operations is necessary for this role, agricultural and flight instructor qualifications are highly desirable.

About us

As a safety regulator, the Civil Aviation Authority exists to enable safe flight for social connections, and economic benefit for New Zealand. We believe in keeping people safe and secure in the air, enabling participation in the aviation system, and making a difference to New Zealand aviation. We achieve this through regulatory oversight of the aviation industry and frontline security at our airports. The Authority embraces diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment where our people feel respected, safe, and valued for their unique contribution. The foundation for achieving this is our values, which guide how we work and the behaviours we expect from each other.

• Me mahi tahi – Collaboration

We work together to achieve and succeed.

• Me mahi pono – Transparency

We are open and honest communicators.

• Me mahi tika – Integrity

We do the right thing.

• Me manaaki – Respect

We treat all people with consideration and kindness.

• Kia tū rangatira ai – Professionalism

We act in a way that brings credit to ourselves and our organisation. Why join us?

The Civil Aviation Authority National Office is usually located in modern offices opposite the Wellington railway station. As a result of remedial earthquake strengthening work that needs to take place, our National office staff are currently working remotely and in temporary offices in central Wellington., We invest in our people by supporting development within the organisation. To support the health and wellbeing of our employees we offer flu vaccinations, contributions towards eyewear and a flexible working environment by arrangement. What do you need?

Covid-19 continues to present significant health, safety and wellbeing risks. This offer of employment is therefore conditional upon you being vaccinated against Covid-19 and maintaining full vaccination status throughout the course of your employment. Please take a look at the position description for this role to find out if you have the relevant skills and experience – and apply now! Applications close Sunday 15th January 2023

APPLY Via CAA Webpage:

https://www.aviation.govt.nz/careers/