Flight Operations Inspector (Airplane)

Civil Aviation Authority

The purpose of the Flight Operations Inspector (FOI) role is to carry out certification, surveillance, and oversight tasks as authorized by the Head of Flight Operations. The FOI is appointed by the Head of the Flight Operations Section to act as the focal QCAA Inspector for one or more operators operating within the State of Qatar.
This position carries a range of responsibilities related to inspection, oversight, certification, and regulatory compliance.
Flight Operations Inspector is responsible for analyzing data received from organizations falling within the scope of the section in order to support performance based monitoring activities. The inspector conducts both routine and non routine inspections and surveillance audits of approved organizations, including reviews of facilities, manpower requirements, and operational capabilities at approved locations, to ensure continued compliance with established regulatory requirements.
The role also requires ensuring that operators fully identify and establish the root causes of all submitted Mandatory Occurrence Reports (MORs). In this context, the inspector evaluates the effectiveness of corrective actions implemented in response to reported occurrences to confirm that deficiencies have been adequately addressed.
Flight Operations Inspector plays a key role in identifying gaps between oversight obligations and the actual workforce skills available, contributing to stronger regulatory effectiveness. Where investigations reveal significant weaknesses, the inspector is responsible for recommending appropriate corrective actions to mitigate risks and prevent recurrence.
The inspector is accountable for carrying out certification and authorization processes and associated regulatory functions, in accordance with assigned authority and applicable regulations.

At least 5-year experience in preparing and or implementing rules, regulations, operating manuals, flight and ground procedures deemed necessary for flight safety, inspection and certification.

Should be below 60 years. However, in case of qualified and deserving candidates, this age can be relaxed by President Decision
Accident-free record for last 5 years attributable to his proficiency
Fully trained Inspector with previous CAA experience as Inspector (ICAO Member
Experience as an auditor will be an asset
Hold or have held a pilot license with a minimum of 5000 hours and not less than 2000 hours as Pilot in Command on a performance Class A (CS25) Aircraft, preferably the types that the National Carrier utilizes
Experience as a Type Rating Instructor or Type Rating Examiner or Synthetic Flight Examiner or Synthetic Flight Instructor is an advantage
At least as qualified as the personnel to be inspected or supervised qualification
Civil or Military Aviation Management Degree is an advantage
Fluency in writing and spoken English is required
Well-developed communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
Willingness and aptitude to work in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment
MS Office and computer literate
Sound knowledge of related ICAO annexes, recommended practices and related documentation
Good knowledge of the local aviation regulations in operations and licensing, EASA Air Operations implementing rules (Reg.) 965 / 2012) and Air Crew implementing rules (Reg. 1178 / 2011)
Good knowledge of Project Management System concept
Good command of both written and spoken English is essential

Experience as Flight Instructor (TRI-SFI) or Flight Examiner (TRE/SFE) is an advantage.
Experience in Civil or Military Aviation Management position held is an advantage.
Extensive experience as a government flight operations inspector, accident investigation and prevention and safe transportation of goods by air.
Experience in the preparation, approval and use of flight operations manuals and other flight documentation.
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
Total experience of not less than 5000 hours and not less than 2000 hours as PIC on a performance Class A (CS25) Aircraft.