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Job Description
Job Description
Flight Operations Inspector (FOI) - Fixed Wing Aircraft is a highly sought-after role within the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA). As a key member of the Flight Operations Sub-Directorate, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of air transport operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise the Manager, Flight Operations Division on matters concerning entry control for approvals, certificates, and licenses.
- Exercise surveillance to ensure airlines comply with safety standards, including audits, spot checks, and inspections.
- Provide information and support to airlines on regulations, standards, and policies.
- Initiate corrective action to ensure compliance with required standards.
- Assist in the maintenance of an ongoing analysis of airline operations to determine flight safety trends.
- Advise the Manager on specific or general matters relating to airline operations.
- Assist with technical advice in the development of safety standards and regulations.
Requirements
- 10 years' operational experience in air transport operations (5,000 hours) as a pilot.
- Hold an EASA ATPL.
- Considerable experience as pilot-in-command of transport category multi-engine aircraft with a MOPSC of more than 19 seats or with an MCTOM of more than 45,360 kg.
- Considerable experience in international operations.
- Experience in either operational management within an air transport operation; or considerable experience as an (EASA) certified flight examiner and/or as an (EASA) certified flight instructor;
- Good understanding of aviation safety management systems.
- A good working knowledge of Irish, European Union and international safety regulatory laws and standards;
- A good working knowledge of the framework of international organisations with which the IAA works including the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the European Commission (EC);
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to produce coherent and well-constructed reports.
- Excellent IT skills, including the full range of Microsoft suite is a prerequisite. Ability to familiarise and become proficient with specialist software is also required.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Opportunity to work with a leading aviation authority.
- Chance to contribute to the safety and security of air transport operations.
- Professional development opportunities.
This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires a high level of expertise and experience. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.