Flying Operations Inspector (Rotary)

The Role

As a member of CASA's Aviation Technical (AT) job family, a Flying Operations Inspector (FO1) works under direction and guidance from a Manager and National Manager. The role sits within a team of inspectors and other related staff, who work collaboratively to deliver on CASA's strategic operational priorities and work plans, including the National Oversight Plan (NOP). An FO1 is expected to work reasonable additional hours beyond the ordinary hours of work, which may include work on weekends or outside the span of hours; where additional hours are worked, they are compensated in accordance with CASA's enterprise agreement.

As a member of CASA's Aviation Technical (AT) job family, a Senior CASA Inspector (FO2) works under limited guidance from a Section Manager and National Manager, within a team of inspectors and other related staff delivering CASA's strategic operational priorities and work plans, including the NOP.

Key Responsibilities of the Flying Operations Inspector (FO1)

• Decision making, including as a delegate, on a range of routine regulatory service and surveillance activities which may include tasks associated with flight assessments and/or the oversight of authorisation holders in line with legislation, CASA's Corporate Plan, policies, practices and standards, CASA's Regulatory Philosophy and assigned delegations.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, providing detailed, timely and constructive input, sharing knowledge, and managing personal performance in accordance with CASA's values, policies, and practices.
• Actively participate in work programs that deliver the various elements of CASA's strategies and priorities including issuing initial approvals, compliance assurance and reporting, regulatory improvement, stakeholder engagement and the resolution of safety issues.
• Work professionally with regulated entities, government departments, the aviation sector and the public when providing regulatory services, drawing on expertise to provide advice and technical guidance.
• Conduct oversight and education of industry examiners, provide technical input to professional development programs and the conduct of examiner and instructor proficiency checks in accordance with CASA policies and delegations.
• Identify non-compliance or offences under civil aviation legislation and CASA policy, presenting that information to relevant stakeholders through high quality reports with clear recommendations, identifying any risks and/or systemic issues.
• Assess and analyse industry information, engage with stakeholders, monitor other external influences, and investigate potential scenarios to develop compliance strategies and mitigate emerging or actual risks.
• Contribute to maintaining a positive health and safety culture at CASA, including psychosocial wellbeing in the workplace.
• Demonstrate awareness of the diverse histories, cultures, and experiences of First Nations Peoples and other cultural groups.
• Positively engage in and respond to change.

Key Responsibilities of the Flying Operations Inspector (FO2)

• Exercise decision making, including as a delegate, on a range of complex regulatory service and surveillance activities which may include tasks associated with flight assessments and/or the oversight of authorisation holders in line with legislation, CASA's Corporate Plan, policies, practices and standards, CASA's Regulatory Philosophy and assigned delegations.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, providing detailed, timely and constructive feedback and input, sharing knowledge and managing performance in accordance with CASA's values, policies and practices.
• Actively contribute to work programs that deliver the various elements of CASA's strategies and priorities including issuing initial approvals, operational change approvals, compliance assurance and reporting, regulatory improvement, and the resolution of safety issues.
• Work professionally with regulated entities, government departments, the aviation sector and the public when providing regulatory services.
• Conduct oversight and education of industry examiners, provide technical input to professional development programs and the conduct of examiner and instructor proficiency checks.
• Identify non-compliance or offences under civil aviation legislation and CASA policy, presenting findings through high quality reports with clear recommendations.
• Assess and analyse industry information, engage with stakeholders, monitor other external influences, and investigate potential scenarios to develop compliance strategies and mitigate emerging or actual risks.

Mandatory Qualifications, Licences and Experience

• 8+ years of appropriate experience including holding an Air Transport Pilot's Licence (Fixed Wing) or Commercial Pilot Licence (Helicopter Category Rating).
• Civil or military equivalent qualifications 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).

Desirable Qualifications, Licences and Experience

• Flight Instructor Rating with a current Pilot Instructor Rating proficiency check or equivalent.
• Recent experience with a Part 141 or 142 operator including training and checking experience or equivalent.
• Auditing experience.
• An Australian Class C driver's licence.

Note – FO1: The Delegate may consider experience other than that specified depending on the position's specific responsibilities, and may also consider experience equivalent to the nominated experience in lieu of a proportion of the 8-year requirement, including experience in General Aviation activities, in a management role, or as a Flying Operations Inspector within a NAA or military equivalent.

Eligibility Requirements

• Prospective CASA employees must undergo pre-employment screening and be willing to 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 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.

About Our Division

The purpose of the Regulatory Oversight Division (ROD) is to deliver upon CASA's aviation safety obligations for the provision of surveillance and regulatory services to authorisation holders in an efficient and effective manner. The Division is also responsible for providing regulatory guidance to support the aviation community's understanding of the regulatory framework.

Please note: applicants must specify in their application which classification they are applying for, FO1 or FO2. Only one position will be filled through this recruitment process. A merit pool may also be established for future vacancies at the relevant classification, should suitable candidates be identified.