VACANCY NO 14/2026 FLIGHT OPERATIONS INSPECTOR - DOMESTIC

Responsibilities

• Key Responsibilities
• This role report to the Senior Flight Operations Inspector - Domestic and will be responsible for:
• Robust Fkight Operations & Standards Guranteed
• Efficient & Reliable Audit Functions
• Effective Risk Managment & Controls Ensured
• Well - informed Management and Staff
• Fully Compliant Flight Operations
• Teamwork & Cooperation
• Organisation’s Image and Value Standards demonstrated and promoted
• �� For this role, you must have:
• License & Type Ratings
• Hold or have held an Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) and/or a Commercial Pilots License (CPL) with multi-engine command instrument rating and a pass in all ATPL
• exam credits.
• Hold valid aircraft type ratings applicable to the aircraft types operated by CAAF-regulated domestic and regional operators in Fiji, as relevant to the position.

Requirements

• Experience:
• A minimum of 5,000 flying hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) on multi-engine turboprop aircraft.
• Regulatory experience in a similar role of more than 2 years or Industry experience of more than 10 years.
• Experience in flight operations, ideally in a supervisory pilot role such as a check and training captain, or Flight Operations or Training Manager.
• A thorough understanding of aviation regulations, safety procedures, and standards as set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the Civil Aviation Authority of Fiji.
• Demonstrate recent operational experience and a sound understanding of the aircraft systems, operating limitations, performance, normal and emergency procedures, and flight crew training and checking requirements for the applicable aircraft types.
• Have the ability to conduct, or be trained and authorized by CAAF to conduct, the relevant flight tests, proficiency checks, and operational assessments within the privileges and limitations of the inspector's authorization.
• Experience in safety management systems, human factors and accident/incident investigation is desirable
• Prior experience working within a civil aviation authority or aviation regulatory body is a plus
• Good understanding of audit procedures and ability to analyze and present audit findings to management and key stakeholders
• Excellent communication, analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills are crucial for interacting with airlines, crews, and other stakeholders
• Skills:
• Demonstrate basic working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Be able to prepare and format professional reports, inspection findings, audit documents, regulatory correspondence, and briefing materials using Microsoft Word.
• Be able to use Microsoft Excel for maintaining registers, tracking audit findings, monitoring compliance actions, preparing activity summaries, and managing inspection schedules.
• Be competent in using Microsoft Outlook for professional correspondence, calendar management, and meeting coordination.
• Be able to maintain accurate electronic records, organize digital files, and retrieve regulatory and operational documents efficiently.
• Be willing and able to learn CAAF's electronic databases, audit management systems, and other relevant regulatory software

Benefits

• CAAF offers a competitive remuneration package, including an attractive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, medical insurance, performance-based incentives and opportunities for professional development within an internationally connected aviation regulatory environment

How to apply

Queries are to be directed to recruitment@caaf.org.fj.