Flight Operations Inspector (OPAS)

Function 1 (incl. Expected results)

Under the functional direction of the DCA, with administrative contractual aspects managed by TCB, perform the following tasks, achieving such results as:

• Undertake flight operation and FCL Licensing inspections of aircraft registered in Cyprus and Air Operator Certificate and Aircraft Training Organizations holders.
• Planning and implementation of an annual system of inspection/audit/survey pertaining to issue and renewal of Air Operator Certificate and Aircraft Training Organisation.
• Inspection, reporting, and recommendations to the DCA regarding the grant of continuation of the Air Operators Certificates and Aircraft Training Organisation issued by the DCA in accordance with the EASA regulations in place.
• Continuous surveillance of Cypriot registered aircrafts, as well as foreign aircrafts operating in Cyprus and report on incidents and occurrences.
• Conducting inspections relating to flight operations and Licensing and the operator training standards in conformity with the regulations in place.
• Inspection and surveillance duties with respect to General Aviation.
• Investigation of minor/major incidents relating to flight operations.
• Assessment and evaluation of technical documents of the industry for the purpose of approval.
• Provide on-the-job training to the designated personnel, as may be required.
• Submit progress and end of assignment reports.

Function 2 (incl. Expected results)

Performs other related duties, as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style, and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks "outside the box"; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.

Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.

Commitment to Continuous Learning: Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

University degree in aviation-related field or equivalent qualifications.

Professional Experience

Essential

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in an air transport airline background.
• Extensive operational experience not less than 5,000 hours as pilot in command of air transport civil aircraft of MTOW greater than 30000Kg.
• Minimum 3 years’ working experience as a Flight Operations Inspector with an EU/EASA Member State Authority.
• Holder (or has held) an ATPL/CPL license with an endorsement on a type of aircraft such as Airbus 319/320/321 or Boeing 737 Classic/NG. Experience on Fokker 70/100 or a Helicopter type would be an advantage.
• Experience with ATOs oversight, training devices and aircraft flight simulators.
• Sound knowledge of related ICAO annexes, recommended practices and related documentation.
• Sound knowledge of related EASA policies, procedures, and practices.

Desirable

• Previous experience in an ICAO technical cooperation project.
• Certificate in ICAO’s Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme, Continuous Monitoring Approach (USOAP CMA) Computer Based Training (CBT) course before taking up the assignment.
• Experience in the preparation and approval of flight training and checking programmes, and development of training plans for inspectors and managers in the field of flight operations.

Languages

Essential

• Fluent reading, writing and speaking abilities in English.