Expert, Airfield Safety & Standards (Gia Binh International Airport)

JOB PURPOSE
Advance airfield safety, operational standards and compliance across GBIA to maintain a safe operating environment, meet regulatory requirements and strengthen sustainable operational capability
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
A/ Airfield safety standards & Inspection management
Develop, implement and continuously improve airfield operational standards, inspection programmes and procedures to ensure safe and compliant airport operations.
Conduct runway condition assessments in accordance with the ICAO Global Reporting Format (GRF), including RWYCC assessments and Runway Condition Reports (RCR).
Manage inspection programmes covering runways, taxiways, aprons, airfield lighting, signage and other critical operational infrastructure.
Develop, implement and review airport programmes relating to FOD management, apron safety and airfield operational standards to minimise operational risks.
Maintain inspection records, operational documentation and technical data supporting operational oversight and aerodrome certification.
B/ Aerodrome certification & Regulatory compliance
Support the development and maintenance of the Aerodrome Manual, aerodrome certification documentation and regulatory compliance records.
Assess operational impacts associated with construction works, maintenance activities, infrastructure changes and proposed operational modifications.
Coordinate airside works through the Airside Works Permit process, ensuring appropriate operational risk controls are implemented.
Manage electronic Terrain and Obstacle Data (eTOD), Obstacle Limitation Surfaces (OLS) and aeronautical data supporting regulatory compliance.
Support regulatory inspections, audits and aerodrome certification activities while monitoring the implementation of corrective actions.
C/ Operational safety risk management & Coordination
Conduct operational safety assessments for infrastructure, procedural and operational changes before implementation.
Analyse safety trends and review the effectiveness of runway safety, apron safety and FOD management programmes to drive continuous improvement.
Support occurrence investigations by providing operational expertise, inspection findings and technical analysis.
Coordinate with AOCC, Technical & Maintenance, Ground Handling, ARFF, Air Traffic Control and Aviation Safety & Compliance on airfield operational matters.
Support ORAT programmes, operational trials and airport mobilisation activities to ensure safe commencement of airport operations.
D/ Technical advisory & Continuous improvement
Provide specialist advice on airfield operational standards, aerodrome certification and ICAO compliance requirements.
Monitor changes to ICAO standards, Vietnamese aviation regulations and international best practices to ensure continuous compliance.
Deliver technical training, operational guidance and competency development for Airfield Operations personnel.
Promote innovation and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational safety, regulatory compliance and airfield performance.
REQUIREMENTS
A/ Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Management, Airport Operations, Aviation Safety, Engineering or a related discipline.
Postgraduate qualifications or advanced studies in aviation operations or aviation safety are preferred.
Strong academic foundation in aerodrome operations and international aviation standards.
B/ Work Experience
Minimum 8 years of experience in airport operations, airfield operations or aviation safety, including at least 5 years of continuous experience at an international airport.
Demonstrated experience in airfield inspections, runway condition assessments, operational monitoring and airfield safety management.
Experience supporting aerodrome certification, regulatory inspections and Operational Readiness and Airport Transfer (ORAT) programmes.
Strong knowledge of ICAO Annex 14, ICAO Global Reporting Format (GRF), aerodrome certification requirements and international airport operational standards.
Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills within a regulated aviation environment.
C/ Certifications & Licenses
Aerodrome Operations or Airfield Operations certification is preferred.
Safety Management System (SMS) training certification.
ICAO Global Reporting Format (GRF) Runway Condition Assessor certification.
Aerodrome Safeguarding, Obstacle Limitation Surface (OLS) or Airside Safety training is preferred.
Airside Driving Permit (ADP); aviation occurrence investigation or operational risk management training is advantageous.