Job Description

Flying Operations Inspector/Senior Flying Operations Inspector - Rotary

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An exciting opportunity is available with CASA for a Flying Operations Inspector (FO1)/Senior Flying Operations Inspector (FO2) – Rotary.

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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).

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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. 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).

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Key responsibilities of the flying operations inspector (FO1) include:

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- 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.
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- 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.
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- Conduct oversight and education of industry examiners, provide technical input to career development programs and the conduct of examiner and instructor proficiency checks in accordance with CASA policies and delegations.
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- Other duties as required.
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Key responsibilities of the flying operations inspector (FO2) include:

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- 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.
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- 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.
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- Identify non-compliance or offences under civil aviation legislation, and CASA policy, and present that information to relevant stakeholders through high quality.
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- 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.
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- Other duties as required.
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Mandatory qualifications, licenses and experience

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- 8+ years of appropriate experience including holding an Air Transport Pilot's Licence (Fixed Wing) or Commercial Pilot Licence (Helicopter Category Rating).
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- Civil or military equivalent qualifications that are relevant to the role, e.g. flight examiner, instructor rating, and/or training and checking pilot.
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- 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).
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- 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.
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- Hold, or be eligible to hold, an Australian Security Identification Card (ASIC).
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Desirable qualifications, licenses and experience

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- Flight Instructor Rating with a current Pilot Instructor Rating proficiency check or equivalent.
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- Recent experience with a Part 141 or 142 operator including training and checking experience or equivalent.
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- Auditing experience.
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- An Australian Class C driver's licence.
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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 this 8-year requirement. This could include experience in General Aviation activities, in a management role, or a role of a Flying Operations inspector within a NAA or military equivalent.

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Eligibility Requirements

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Employment with CASA is subject to conditions prescribed within the Civil Aviation Act 1988 (the Act) and the CASA Enterprise Agreement. The following eligibility requirements apply to this position:

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- At a minimum, prospective CASA employees must undergo pre-employment screening and must be willing to provide the required information to successfully undergo a police record check.
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- The position's occupant must be an Australian citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain the required level of security clearance as required.
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- As an employee in a safety sensitive position, perform, or be available to perform, safety sensitive aviation activities, as defined in Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998.
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- Undertake and pass a pre-employment alcohol and drug test as part of CASA's Alcohol and Other Drugs Directive and Procedure.
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Contact Officer for enquiries: Christopher Peters | ***************@casa.gov.au | 07 3144 7***

📌 Flying Operations Inspector/Senior Flying Operations Inspector - Rotary (Victoria)
🏢 Civil Aviation Safety Authority
📍 Victoria