Aviation Safety Inspector - Aviation Security and Facilitation Oversight

Kingston 10, Kingston, Jamaica

Full Time

Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority

Experienced

JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY
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a Statutory Body and portfolio entity of the
Ministry of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications
invites applications from suitably qualified professionals to be considered for the following vacant position:

Aviation Safety Inspector – Aviation Security and Facilitation Oversight
(Flight Safety Department)

JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Manager – Aviation Security and Facilitation Oversight, the incumbent is responsible for providing regulatory oversight of aviation security and facilitation activities in accordance with the Civil Aviation Act, Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs), and ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices.

The role includes conducting surveillance, inspections, audits, investigations and enforcement activities for aviation stakeholders operating in Jamaica and for Jamaican air operations overseas. The incumbent supports certification projects, accident and incident investigations, and contributes to the development and maintenance of national aviation security and facilitation programmes.

The position provides expert technical guidance to stakeholders, evaluates training programmes, reviews manuals and operational procedures, approves security programmes and personnel certifications, and promotes aviation security and passenger facilitation standards across the industry.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will be required to:

Conduct aviation security surveillance, inspections, investigations and enforcement activities
Participate in certification projects and accident/incident investigations
Review and approve aviation stakeholders’ security manuals, training programmes and documentation
Evaluate and approve aviation security programmes, cargo security programmes and airport facilitation programmes
Certify aviation security instructors, security providers, screeners and handling agents
Assist in developing and maintaining national aviation security, cargo security and training programmes
Monitor airport facilitation activities and recommend improvements to passenger and cargo movement processes
Provide technical advice and regulatory guidance to industry stakeholders
Develop instructional and guidance materials to support aviation security compliance
Maintain awareness of emerging aviation security threats, legislation and international best practices
Perform other regulatory duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Management, Aviation Security Management, Management Studies, Law, International Relations or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution

AND

Minimum ten (10) years’ experience in a security-related field, preferably within an aviation environment
Minimum five (5) years’ experience in a supervisory or managerial role in an air transport related entity
Certification as a National Aviation Security Inspector or equivalent enforcement/military qualification
Certification as a National Aviation Security Instructor would be an asset

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

Strong knowledge of ICAO Annex 17 (Aviation Security) and Annex 9 (Facilitation)
Sound knowledge of the Civil Aviation Act and Civil Aviation Regulations
Working knowledge of international aviation security conventions and best practices
Knowledge of airport operations, cargo security, regulated agents and aviation stakeholders
Understanding of aviation accident investigation procedures, safety management systems and quality assurance processes

KEY COMPETENCIES

Strong investigative, analytical and risk assessment skills
Excellent planning, organisational and decision-making ability
Effective interpersonal, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Strong written and oral communication skills, including report writing
Ability to exercise sound judgement, integrity and professional discretion
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant applications

Applicants who satisfy these requirements should submit applications with detailed resumes by March 17, 2026 via the JCAA’s website portal:

Application letters should be addressed to:

DIRECTOR GENERAL
JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY
4 WINCHESTER ROAD
KINGSTON 10

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