Job Description
THE IRISH AVIATION AUTHORITY The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) is the single aviation regulator for Ireland. We are responsible for the regulation of safety, security, and consumer interests. Mission: The Irish Aviation Authority regulates to the highest professional standards to ensure a safe, secure, and consumer-focused aviation environment. Through regulations, we support word class performance and innovation in Irish and global aviation. Values: Our values reflect what we believe in and how we behave when engaging with each other, our clients and partners, and the society in which we live. Safety defines us: We are the industry experts and the authority in our field. The passenger is central: We protect the interests of passengers in everything we do. We champion excellence: Individually and collectively, we ensure that our practices and performance are of the highest standard in global aviation, and consistently implemented. Our value is in our people: Our professionalism and commitment are at the heart of everything we do. Clear and responsive: We are accessible. We meet and surpass our public service commitments and strive to provide clarity and promote understanding in all aspects of regulation. Collaborative: We promote teamwork within the Authority, and work with stakeholders and clients to find solutions. We promote sustainable and responsible practices: Aiming to promote the development of aviation in a sustainable and responsible way, meeting the imperative to protect our shared environment. Job Description The successful candidate for the position of Manager of Airspace & U Space will report to the Head of Aviation Infrastructure and will manage and ensure safety oversight of the provision of aeronautical information, airspace structures (manned and unmanned), airspace management and instrument flight procedures in Ireland, and other Irish airspace. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Exercise entry control by granting: approvals to individuals to carry out specific activities certificates to an organisation or individual for the provision of services, products, parts, facilities, procedures, or systems, etc. (e.g., AIS, ASM, U-Space/UTM,) Managing the declaration and ongoing deployment of UAS geographical zones in Ireland, including making it available in a common unique digital format information on UAS geographical zones identified and established within the national airspace. Coordinate with the industry, providers of ANS and interested parties the designation of airspace including controlled, uncontrolled, special use, restricted, dangerous, and military operating areas and advise the Head of Aviation Infrastructure on matters concerning the designation of airspace for particular use. Ensure surveillance of the airspace system to determine that participants comply with the required safety standards. This includes audits, spot checks, inspections, periodic meetings with operators, collection and analysis of data, route checks, and liaising with the industry. Ensure the provision of information and support to the operators within the airspace system for the purposes of clarification, policy announcements, technical information, accident information, etc. Support includes giving advice on regulations and standards. Ensure corrective action (i.e., administrative and if necessary legal measures) is taken to comply with the required standards. Advise the Head of Aviation Infrastructure on exit control for all certificate holders involving services, products, parts, facilities, procedures, or systems regarding the: variation suspension revocation, or disqualification of the licence or certificate; and the exercise of exit control over those voluntarily leaving the system. Maintain an ongoing analysis of the airspace system to determine flight safety trends. Ensure the effective and efficient management and operation of the Airspace & U Space Division. Advise the Head of Aviation Infrastructure on specific or general matters relating to the Airspace & U Space Division including: the airspace system, AIS and U Space services plus the certification and surveillance of providers. Provide technical advice in the development of safety standards and in the development of regulations for airspace and U Space. Maintain and preserve records and documents relating to the Division, use of and activities within the airspace system for recording in the Civil Aviation Register. Provide technical advice and support to the IAA Safety Analysis & Performance Division for the investigation of accidents and incidents. Represent the Head of Aviation Infrastructure on matters relating to the airspace system and U Space. Implement the IAAs Performance management System, providing direction, guidance and motivation to direct reports and dealing with employee relations issues in the Airspace & U Space Division. Implement and monitor effective two-way communication, including Team Briefing. Manage health and safety issues in accordance with the Company Safety Statement. Monitor, maintain and develop ISO 9001:2015 quality standards. Ensure equality of opportunity for all employees in area of responsibility in accordance with Company Equality Policies. Requirements The successful candidate should have the following qualifications and skills: Minimum of 5 years as a civil aviation safety regulator An appropriate air traffic control and/or engineering and/or airspace regulation and/or pilot (manned & unmanned) and/or instrument procedures design background Have an appropriate third level qualification or equivalent experience Experience operating a position of responsibility for ATM/ANS/UAS Sound working knowledge of ICAO, EU, EASA, Eurocontrol and other relevant international requirements, including experience in international forums and meetings Detailed knowledge of airspace management/instrument flight procedures/U Space Sound working knowledge of airspace structures, AIS, UAS, ATS and air traffic management systems requirements Sound working knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards Experience in project management. Sound understanding of aviation management systems Experience as a manager of technical personnel Ability to maintain an approachable and professional profile with the industry Ability to effectively prioritise a busy workload Use initiative appropriately including making proposals to the Head of Aviation Infrastructure Good negotiation skills Good management, organisational and interpersonal skills Well-developed communication skills, including verbal, written and presentation Excellent report writing skills Excellent verbal and written reasoning ability Excellent numerical reasoning ability 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 Desirable: Experience as an Aviation instructor Extensive knowledge of the European Union Single European Sky performance scheme A formal management qualification or primary or higher degree in a management or technical discipline A proven track record in a management position A good understanding of the financial principles that apply to aviation and in particular aviation regulation This job description is not exhaustive. Other items may be added or duties varied from time to time at the discretion of the Head of Aviation Infrastructure or Chief Operations Officer. KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED FOR EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE: Team Leadership Judgement, Analysis & Decision Making Management & Delivery of Results Interpersonal & Communication Skills Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self-Development Salary Rate The salary will be commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate. Pension The successful candidate will on date of joining become a member of the Irish Aviation Authority pension scheme details of which will be communicated to the successful candidate on offer of appointment. Annual Leave Annual Leave excluding public holidays is 26 days per annum. Application Applications must consist of the following to be considered for shortlisting: A letter of motivation (max. two A4 pages) outlining why you wish to be considered for the post and where you believe your skills and experience meet the requirements of the position A comprehensive CV Complete applications including a CV and lettermotivation should be received no later than 5pm Tuesday 24th September 2024. Eligibility Candidates should note that eligibility to compete is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA) or ?United Kingdom . To qualify candidates must be citizens of the EEA or ?United Kingdom on the date of application. Please click this link to view current member states in the EEA: The IAA are not in the position to offer sponsorship for this role. The IAA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds and under-represented groups including ethnic minorities and people with disabilities.