Back FAZ2401 Airworthiness Inspector

The Organizational Setting

Under the direction of the Director Capacity development & Implementation Bureau/ICAO (D/CDI), the Field Operation Section (FOS) is responsible for the strategic planning, development, execution, evaluation of programmes in the Capacity development & Implementation Bureau (CDI). FOS assists with the identification of priority development requirements across civil aviation and with technical cooperation to recipient States. It carries out resource mobilization with multilateral and bilateral development partners and industry. FOS develops regional and country specific technical cooperation programme and projects. The Section executes these programmes and projects in accordance with the policies and contractual modalities of CDI.

Major duties and Responsibilities

Function 1 (incl. Expected results)

Undertake continued airworthiness surveillance of Azerbaijan registered aircraft and approved maintenance organizations.

• Continuous, planned, and random surveillance of Azerbaijan registered and foreign aircraft.
• Surveillance, audit, and renewal of aircraft maintenance organization approvals.
• Planning and implementation of an annual system of inspection/audit/survey related to issuance and renewal of Certificates of Airworthiness.

  Function 2 (incl. Expected results)

  • Aircraft registration as and when required.
  • Assessment and evaluation of technical documents of the industry for the purpose of approval.
  • Review of inspection reports during certification process, surveillance reports, and evaluations/tests conducted by inspectors.

    Function 3 (incl. Expected results)

    • Investigation of incidents relating to airworthiness.
    • Assessment and analysis of related data and reports to support corrective actions and safety improvements.

      Function 4 (incl. Expected results)

      • Provide on-the-job training to designated personnel.
      • Contribute to the development of airworthiness expertise within the Authority.

        Function 5 (incl. Expected results)

        •       Submit progress and end of assignment reports.

        Function 6 (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 decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

        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.

        📚 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗮 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯! 🌍🤝 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗡𝗛𝗖𝗥, 𝗪𝗙𝗣, 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗙, 𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗦𝗦, 𝗨𝗡𝗙𝗣𝗔, 𝗜𝗢𝗠 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀! 🌐

        ⚠️ 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐰: 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐚 𝐣𝐨𝐛 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖!

        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 aeronautical engineering or equivalent experience.

          Professional experience

          Essential

          • Minimum 8 years’ working experience as Airworthiness Inspector with an EU/EASA Member State Authority.
          • An aircraft maintenance technician qualification (EASA Part 66 license) with additional education or a relevant engineering degree. \"Relevant engineering degree\" means an engineering degree from aeronautical, mechanical, electrical, electronic, avionic or other studies relevant to the maintenance and continuing airworthiness of aircraft/aircraft components.
          • Sound knowledge with all relevant ICAO SAPRs and guidance material.
          • Sound knowledge with related EASA policies, procedures and practices regarding continuing oversight of flight safety and aircraft airworthiness.

            Desirable

            • Minimum 8 years’ experience in aircraft maintenance of which 5 years in the maintenance of civil aircraft of MTOW greater than 30000kg. Preferable, on aircraft types of Airbus 319/320/321 or Boeing 737 Classic/NG. Experience on Fokker 70/100 or a Helicopter type would be an advantage.
            • 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 maintenance training and checking programmes, and development of training plans for inspectors and managers in the field of airworthiness (EASA Part 147).

              Languages

              Essential

              • Fluent reading, writing, and speaking abilities in English.

                Desirable 

                • A working knowledge of French or another official language of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish).

                  CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

                  It should be noted that this is a prospective position intended for experts interested in consultancy contracts. (short and long term).

                  Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

                  ICAO CDI consultants are expected to conduct themselves in a manner befitting their status as international civil servants.

                  ICAO CDI offers an attractive benefit package to its consultants in accordance with the policies of the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC). No Fee     THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.