EMPLOYMENT

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 Flying Operations Inspector (FTO) is responsible for the following deliverables, which represent an ongoing body of work: 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 Flying Operations Inspector (FTO) ideal candidate must demonstrate the following: Mandatory 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. Desirable 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.