Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for the secure and effective management of 11% of the world's airspace and the provision of aviation rescue fire fighting services at Australia's busiest airports.
About The Company
Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for the protected and efficient management of 11% of the world's airspace and the provision of aviation rescue fire fighting services at Australia's busiest airports.
About The Role
This full-time permanent role can be based in Canberra, Brisbane or Melbourne. Airservices Australia is seeking an experienced Flight Procedures Chief Designer to lead the development, implementation and ongoing maintenance of instrument flight procedures that support the safe, productive and environmentally responsible management of Australia's airspace. Reporting to the AFPD & AIM Manager, you will provide leadership and technical oversight across all flight procedure design activities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead instrument flight procedure design activities from concept through to flight validation
Provide technical assurance and governance for all procedure design outputs
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across safety, quality and operational performance
Develop and mentor a high-performing team of Flight Procedure Designers
Support strategic planning for airspace and flight path change programs
Lead regulatory compliance activities, including CASA audits and quality assurance reviews
Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders across the aviation industry
Essential Requirements
ICAO qualifications and substantial experience in Instrument Flight Procedure Design
Demonstrated expertise in ICAO SARPs, PANS-OPS, CASA Part 173 and related regulatory frameworks
Strong leadership, coaching and people development skills
Proven experience managing complex technical programs in regulated environments
Excellent stakeholder engagement, influencing and communication capabilities
Experience driving operational improvement, quality systems and transformation initiatives
Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident; ASIC required
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