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+--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | SUMMARY: The Airfield Safety Manager is responsible for the | | implementation of an effective Airfield Safety Management System to | | ensure daily safe and efficient air operations in accordance with | | International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Standards and | | Recommended Practices and NATO STANAG. Position is directly responsible | | to develop, implement and manage incident/accident investigation | | program.   Compiles, prepares, and distributes correspondence, such as | | aviation operations reports, aviation safety reports. Incumbent must | | work closely with airfield users to establish local procedures for use | | in monitoring and controlling the movement of personnel moving and | | working within the airfield environment. | | | |   | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:   | | | |   | | | | - Liaises with Chief ASMO (military representative) in | | operational matters. | | - Manages HKIA Airfield Safety Management Office staff. | | - Implements and monitors the Airport Safety Management System. | | - Implements and monitors Airport Safety Programmes. | | - Supports the Chain of Command on decision making process related to | | air and airport operations. | | - Supervises investigations on airport and air traffic incidents. | | - Oversees safety audits and surveys. | | - Produces and supervises the implementation of safety directives | | and procedures. | | - Supervises and coordinates required airport maintenance works. | | - Supervises and coordinates contractors' activities on the | | movement area. | | - Reviews changes on Afghanistan Aeronautical Information Publication | | concerning Kabul Int'l Airport. | | - Supervises the Snow and Ice Control Plan. | | - Develops and monitors the airside driving training | | and certification. | | - Participates in the revision of HKIA Standard Operating Procedures. | | - Represents HKIA ASMO on Meetings and Working Groups. | | - Supervises the preparation and dissemination of safety information. | | - Advises and mentors Afghan Airport Authorities on safety related | | issues ensuring compliance with International Civil Aviation | | Organization Standards and Recommended Practices and applicable | | national and international standards. | | - Mentors the Airside Safety Office in the production and | | implementation of airport documentation and procedures. | | - Performs the duties listed in the Airfield Safety Specialist Job | | Description when required. | | | | Perform other duties as assigned by Site Management. | | | |   | | | | +----------------------------------------------------------------------- | | ---+ | | | TRAVEL: 100%, deployed location | | | | | +----------------------------------------------------------------------- | | ---+ | | | SECURITY CLEARANCE: NATO SECRET | | | | | +----------------------------------------------------------------------- | | ---+ | | | | “THE POSITION REQUIRES THAT THE APPLICANT MEET THE MINIMUM MEDICAL | | STANDARDS.” | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+

Required Skills

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: 

• Must be able to communicate professionally, orally, and in writing. Meeting or exceeding ICAO English Language Proficiency Requirements of Level 4. Working knowledge of ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices.
• Advanced Knowledge of ICAO Safety Management Manual (Doc 9859).
• Advanced knowledge of ICAO Annex 14 – Aerodromes.
• Working knowledge of ICAO Airport Services (Doc 9137).
• Working Knowledge of ICAO Airport Design (Doc 9157).
• Advanced knowledge of ICAO Annex 13 - Accident and Incident Investigation.
• Basic Knowledge of NATO's organizational structure and mission in Afghanistan.
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Must possess analytical skills and provide recommendations in short timeframes.
• Must be able to work under stressful and comply with short deadlines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING ENVIRONMENT: (See Workfit or Physical Demands Job Analysis)

• Candidates must be physically able and willing to work long hours to meet mission and contract requirements.
• Must be able to pass NATO employment and pre-deployment qualification requirements that include medical, drug testing, and background checks, etc.
• Must meet medical requirements to maintain relevant professional licenses.

Must be able and willing to work in austere conditions. The post holder might be exposed to aircraft engine noise.

Required Experience

+--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:  | | | | - 15 years of experience in Aviation as Aircrew, Air Traffic | | Controller or Airport Operations/Airfield Management; 3 years of | | experience in similar post. | | - Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. | | - Vocational training in Aviation field (Aircrew; Air Traffic | | Controller; Airport Operations/Airfield Management). | | - Aviation Safety Courses, Safety Management Systems Course by | | recognized national or international organization. | | - Instructor Course by recognized national or international | | organization; | | | |   | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | LICENSE & CERTIFICATIONS:  | | | | - Military Aviation Safety Investigation/Mishap Certifications | | or equivalent. | | - Certification in Health and Safety is desirable. | | - Must have valid Driver’s License and be able to operate a vehicle | | with a manual transmission. | | - Must obtain an Airfield Driver’s License. | | | |  SECURITY CLEARANCE:  MUST HOLD AND MAINTAIN A SECRET DOD CLEARANCE OR A | | NATO SECRET CLEARANCE FORM YOUR HOME OF RECORD. | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: 

• Must be able to communicate professionally, orally, and in writing. Meeting or exceeding ICAO English Language Proficiency Requirements of Level 4. Working knowledge of ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices.
• Advanced Knowledge of ICAO Safety Management Manual (Doc 9859).
• Advanced knowledge of ICAO Annex 14 – Aerodromes.
• Working knowledge of ICAO Airport Services (Doc 9137).
• Working Knowledge of ICAO Airport Design (Doc 9157).
• Advanced knowledge of ICAO Annex 13 - Accident and Incident Investigation.
• Basic Knowledge of NATO's organizational structure and mission in Afghanistan.
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Must possess analytical skills and provide recommendations in short timeframes.
• Must be able to work under stressful and comply with short deadlines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING ENVIRONMENT: (See Workfit or Physical Demands Job Analysis)

• Candidates must be physically able and willing to work long hours to meet mission and contract requirements.
• Must be able to pass NATO employment and pre-deployment qualification requirements that include medical, drug testing, and background checks, etc.
• Must meet medical requirements to maintain relevant professional licenses.

Must be able and willing to work in austere conditions. The post holder might be exposed to aircraft engine noise.