Inspecting Officer (Operations)

Salary: £31,260 up to £33,000 per annum depending on experience

Contract Type: Permanent

We are the UK’s aviation regulator and recognised as a world leader in its field. Our activities are diverse, enabling the aviation industry to meet the highest safety standards, and we pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to the constantly evolving aviation environment.

The Role

Are you an aviation professional with knowledge and experience in specialist areas such as safety management systems, compliance monitoring systems, flight time limitations, flight planning/dispatch, or flight data monitoring? If so, we could use your expertise to help us make this sector of the industry even safer.

We are looking for an Inspecting Officer to join our Flight Operations team and become part of the UK’s specialist aviation regulator, improving industry safety on behalf of the nation. You can help to ensure our industry continues to meet the highest standards.

We are expanding our influence to become a more effective performance regulator. Flight Operations is an integral part of the established and world-renowned Safety & Airspace Regulation Group (SARG) so your knowledge, skills and experience will contribute significantly to the oversight of flight operations UK-wide.

Your primary task will be to verify the continued compliance and safety performance of fixed-wing and rotary operators through a programme of audits and inspections. You will monitor compliance with the national safety regulations related to safety management systems, compliance monitoring systems, flight time limitations and fatigue management, flight and cabin crew training, and operations manuals. You will be required to communicate findings to senior management and assess the effectiveness of the corrective and preventative actions provided to adequately eliminate the potential for future recurrence. Where required, you will conduct follow up audits to verify the effectiveness of corrective action taken by the operator.

About You

• You will have extensive knowledge and experience of the aeroplane and/or helicopter operations environment.
• You will have a general knowledge of the regulatory requirements relating to air operations.
• You will have a keen eye for detail and be able to investigate and reach justified conclusions.
• This role requires strong interpersonal skills as you will communicate at all levels through the CAA and externally as you develop strong relationships.
• Knowledge and experience of auditing processes and/or safety risk management processes is preferable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are vital to ensure that clear messages are delivered to both internal and external stakeholders.
• You will also demonstrate the ability to be flexible but influential when required.

What Can We Offer You?

This is a highly responsible but rewarding role where you will collaborate widely and see your expertise have a real impact as you help build a safe industry. You will be joining a supportive team where on the job training will be provided to ensure that whatever your background, you will be capable of inspecting any operator in the UK and overseas.

Additional Information

For many appointments within the CAA, these roles require access to operationally sensitive infrastructure and/or Nationally Protected information. For these roles the post holders must undergo National Security Vetting and achieve the appropriate level of clearance.

To be vetted we will usually expect a reasonable period of residency in the UK so that meaningful checks can be undertaken. This can either be 3 years or 5 years depending on the level required (CTC or SC). If you do not meet these requirements, we may not be able to accept your application. For more information please visit – Vetting explained – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Working With Us

We offer a range of excellent benefits such as flexible working arrangements, free onsite gym at Gatwick, discounted gym membership for London, 28 days annual leave, additional 5 days leave purchase scheme, a generous pension scheme and much more!

We are on a journey towards being increasingly adaptable, where our colleagues collaborate as part of cross-functional teams. This approach ensures we never stop learning together. It also means that you may become involved in activities that take you out of your day to day role, providing you with opportunities to develop and grow your career with us.

We have embraced hybrid working and offer flexible working patterns, being open to having a conversation about what works for you. We know where and when we work is important in achieving a work-life balance.

We are passionate about diversity and ensuring all are included at the CAA. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We use fair and inclusive selection approaches to hire the best person for the job based on merit alone.

As a member of the Disability Confident scheme, applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a role with us will be guaranteed an interview. If you require an adjustment for any reason, please let us know.

This role requires extensive travel across the UK and at times Internationally.

Our Values

Do The Right Thing, Never Stop Learning, Build Collaborative Relationships, Respect Everyone – For more information please Click Here

Closing Date: 30th September 2022

Interview Date: 12th October 2022

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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