Helicopter & Agricultural Operations Flight Operations Inspector-New Zealand

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 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 is a permanent full-time position for 40 hours per week from Monday to Friday.

The salary band for this position ranges from $112,171 to $156,711 with the mid-range being $131,259. Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and the relativities of

both within the immediate team and in the broader Authority for the same or similar roles.

This role can be based at Wellington National office in CBD, Auckland Airport or Christchurch Airport. Relocation benefits will be considered for candidates moving from other locations.

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, managing difficult conversations as necessary to ensure safety is paramount.

• You will be respected by internal and external parties 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.

• Holds, or has held, Commercial Helicopter Licence or equivalent pilot licence and flight experience in commercial air transport helicopter operations or commercial Agricultural operations is necessary for this role.

• Agricultural and/or 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?

We embrace diversity and inclusion and are committed to equal opportunities. What's important to us is ‘he rau kotahi tangata' - embracing our multiple talents - by harnessing our diversity and being inclusive. We actively encourage

applications from all backgrounds. We recognise the diversity and uniqueness of our workforce and reaffirm our commitment to create a safe and inclusive environment for everyone.

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.

We offer 5 weeks of annual leave and can match your Kiwi Saver contribution up to 4%.

Apply now

Apply directly by completing the online application form and submit your CV and Cover Letter. Note: your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key skills required

for this role.

The Authority strongly encourages and supports all our people to be vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. However our current policy position is that vaccination is not a requirement for employment in this role. Please note that the

Authority may, if needed, introduce a vaccination requirement for managing an epidemic.

For more information on the role please view the position description or contact the Recruitment team at recruitment@caa.govt.nz

Applications close on Sunday,17 September 2023.