Inspector Operational - Civil Aviation Safety

About the role

Autoriteti Kombëtar i Investigimit për Sigurinë e Operimit në Aviacionin Civil (AKISA) is an independent body dedicated to the safety of civil aviation in Albania, investigating occurrences and promoting measures that prevent accidents and incidents. The Inspector for operations is a full-time, on-site role based in Tirana, responsible for monitoring and inspecting civil aviation operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations, procedures and operational standards.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and audits of operators and review documentation and safety reports
• Assess operational risk and prepare clear inspection findings and recommendations
• Participate in investigations of incidents and irregularities and support corrective actions
• Take part in safety promotion activities such as briefings and training sessions
• Coordinate closely with other AKISA departments and aviation stakeholders

Required profile

• Strong knowledge of civil aviation regulations, operational procedures and safety management principles
• Experience in flight operations, air traffic management or aviation safety oversight within a regulator or aviation organisation
• University degree in aviation, engineering, transportation, safety management or a related field
• Fluency in Albanian and good command of English; additional languages related to international aviation standards are an advantage
• Prior experience in regulatory compliance, safety audits or accident/incident investigation is highly beneficial

Required skills

• Ability to carry out inspections, audits and investigations with structured methodologies and rigorous documentation
• Analytical, problem-solving and report-writing skills, with attention to detail
• Effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders
• Proficiency in MS Office tools and ability to work with technical and safety information systems
• Professional integrity, sound judgment and commitment to impartiality and confidentiality