Job Description
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -
(i) served for a minimum period of three (3) years in the grade of Aircraft Accident Investigator or in a comparable and relevant position in the wider public service or private sector;
(ii) a Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines:- Aeronautical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Avionics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Aircraft Design, Aircraft Engine Design Forensic Science, Aviation Safety, Aviation Science, Airline Operations, Business Administration, Social Science, Physical Science or any other relevant degree from a recognized institution; and either
(iii) a Commercial or Airline Transport Pilot License with Instrument and Twin Rating with a minimum of 1250 hours flying experience
OR
Air Traffic Controller’s License with Aerodrome and Approach Ratings with a minimum period of three (3) years’ experience as an Air Traffic Controller and Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s Licence;
(iv) a Certificate in Government Aviation Safety Inspector’s Course from an International Civil Aviation Organization recognized institution;
(v) a Certificate in State Safety Programme/Safety Management systems from an International Civil Aviation Organization recognized Institution;
(vi) a Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution; and
(vii) demonstrated professional competence and administrative ability in work performance and results.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will include: -
(i) conducting on-site preliminary accident and incident assessment;
(ii) compiling, documenting and preserving evidence;
(iii) investigating light aircraft accidents and serious incidents;
(iv) updating aircraft accidents database;
(v) issuing preliminary accident/incident reports;
(vi) disseminating safety reports and implementing safety recommendations;
(vii) preparing aircraft accident notifications;
(viii) analyzing factual information and writing reports in accordance with annex 13 to the Chicago Convention; and
(ix) providing logistical support during investigations.