The Civil Aviation Authority and the Aviation Security Service offer distinctively different career opportunities and embrace diverse talent. All jobs at the Authority contribute to ensuring safe and secure skies to help New Zealand fly.

The Civil Aviation Authority is the regulatory arm of our organisation and the Aviation Security Service is the nationwide provider for aviation security.

• Contribute or Lead Operational Policy Projects to develop frameworks that enhance regulatory decision making and practices. * Two exciting opportunities to showcase your skills. * Fixed Term opportunities to March 31, 2025, National Office, Wellington.

Working at our organisation you will have the opportunity to contribute to safe and secure skies, for New Zealand.

About the role

We are looking for experienced and highly motivated individuals to join our Operational Policy, Practice and Guidance Unit as either an Advisor or Senior Advisor Operational Policy.

The Advisor Operational Policy plays a crucial role in the Operational Policy team, focusing on reviewing, refining, and developing processes and tools to implement the Authority’s operational policies. They collaborate with operational teams and business groups, supporting the functions as required. They will support the Authorities preparation for the ICAO safety audit, and support the transition to the Authorities new business system.

The Senior Advisor will lead the development of two key operational policies, the cost recovery for chargeable time, and a refresh of the investigation policy. They will engage across the regulatory operational functions to co-create the policies, in order to translate legislative intentions into operational practice.

Both positions are fixed term based at Wellington National Office with flexible working options available. The salary band for the Advisor role is $72,593 to $100,788 with the mid-range being $83,388 pa and Senior $115,536 to $161,412 with the mid-range being $141,751 pa. Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader Authority for the same or similar roles.

What You’ll Bring

We are looking for someone who can plan and lead the development of the Authority’s operational policy materials in support of its regulatory functions. This role will suit someone who has an appropriate tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in operational policy and practice development, preferably in a regulatory environment.

To be successful in this role you will,

Advisor:

• Be highly motivated and take initiative. * Have strong oral and written communication skills, with proven ability to convey complex ideas clearly to diverse audiences. * Possess effective relationship-building and stakeholder management skills. * Demonstrate critical and lateral thinking abilities. * Want to work within an energised and engaged team to build a strong team culture.

Senior:

• Demonstrate experience working in a regulatory environment. * Be a thought leader with the ability to drive the development of key operational policies. * Have proven relationship building capabilities. * Possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills. * Have the ability to prioritise, and work on multiple pieces of work at any one time.

About Us

At the Civil Aviation Authority, we regulate the aviation system to ensure it’s safe for the public, people who work in it and use it, as well as to keep it protected (secure). We take pride in being flexible and efficient, always adapting to meet the evolving aviation and security needs of Aotearoa New Zealand and the rest of the world. We understand that the future may look different from today, both for the aviation industry and our organisation as a Crown entity. As such, we are committed to embracing progressive change and continuously improving our systems, practices, and design to stay ahead.

Our Values – Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Transparency, and Collaboration – represent the standards of behaviour we uphold and guide how we work at the Authority. We embrace diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive environment where our people feel respected, safe, and valued for their unique contributions. We recognise that our people drive our success.
Apply directly by completing the online application form and submit your CV and Cover Letter Stating which position you are interested in. Note: your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key skills required for this role.

We want to ensure accessibility needs are well supported, so the recruitment process is fair and equitable for all. Therefore, please let us know if there is any support, we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is fully accessible to you.
For more information on the role please view the position descriptions for Advisor and Senior or contact the Recruitment team at recruitment@caa.govt.nz

Applications close: Friday 4th October 2024.