Aviation Safety & Environmental Quality Lead

Dubai Civil Aviation Authority; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Dubai Civil Aviation Authority is seeking a senior expert to govern the quality, integrity, and effectiveness of aviation safety and environmental management systems across the Sector. The role ensures regulatory compliance, safety performance, environmental stewardship, and institutional excellence.

The position leads QA frameworks, oversees audits, validates SMS effectiveness, and provides strategic advisory support to the Executive Director.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Aviation Safety, Quality Management, or related discipline is advantageous.
• Postgraduate specialization in Quality Assurance, SMS or governance disciplines is beneficial.
• Proven ability to lead audits, assurance reviews, and strategic advisory activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and continuous improvement of quality assurance frameworks across the Sector.
• Ensure alignment with ICAO, ISO, and Dubai Government quality standards.
• Provide strategic advisory support to the Executive Director on quality and safety.
• Coordinate internal/External communications and executive engagements.
• Identify obstacles and recommend high‑quality, innovative solutions.
• Oversee safety reporting, risk management, and hazard identification systems.
• Lead internal audit programs and ensure timely closure of findings.
• Prepare the Sector’s annual integrated safety and environmental‑quality report.
• Develop and update QA manuals, procedures, and templates.
• Map and implement the Office’s operational plan aligned with the Authority’s strategy.

Skills

Strategic advisory

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory liaison

Data-driven decision making

Education

Master’s degree in Aviation Safety / Quality Management / Aeronautical Engineering

Postgraduate specialization in Quality Assurance / SMS / Organizational Excellence

Job description

Dubai Civil Aviation Authority is seeking a senior expert to govern the quality, integrity, and effectiveness of aviation safety and environmental management systems across the Sector. The role ensures regulatory compliance, safety performance, environmental stewardship, and institutional excellence.

The position leads QA frameworks, oversees audits, validates SMS effectiveness, and provides strategic advisory support to the Executive Director.