HEAD OF TRAINING (HT)

AVIATION SAFETY AND TRAINING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviation Safety and Training PTE. LTD. is seeking a Head of Training to oversee the TRTO training function, ensuring CAAS SASP compliance and high training standards across all programmes.

The role requires extensive flying and training management experience, CBTA implementation expertise, and proven leadership within aviation training organisations. You will lead instructors, audits, and regulatory liaison to maintain safety and professionalism.

Qualifications

• CAAS ATPL and CAAS Flight Instructor Rating / Type Rating (A320) are required.
• Minimum 5,000 hours total flying experience as a pilot on multi-crew aircraft, preferably with Airbus A320 experience.
• Minimum 3,000 hours of command experience.
• Minimum 1,000 hours of full flight simulator training experience.
• Demonstrated experience in aviation training and training management.
• Experience in UPRT and CBTA programmes and assessment standards.
• Proven leadership and management capability within a TRTO, ATO or aviation training organisation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure TRTO complies with CAAS regulations, SASP requirements and approved training standards.
• Oversee qualifications, competence and training performance of instructors.
• Maintain adequate qualified training personnel to conduct activities.
• Monitor and maintain training quality and standards delivered by instructors.
• Oversee instructor competency through proficiency checks, audits and performance monitoring.
• Establish and maintain training policies, procedures and processes.
• Implement CBTA and other competency-based training methodologies.
• Ensure training programmes, syllabi, lesson plans and assessments meet regulatory and organisational requirements.
• Identify shortfalls and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain high standard of safety, discipline and professionalism.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Training management

UPRT experience

CBTA

A320 simulator experience

Education

CAAS ATPL

CAAS Flight Instructor Rating / Type Rating (A320)

5,000 hours total flying experience

3,000 hours command experience

1,000 hours full flight simulator training

Experience in aviation training management

Job description

Position Overview

The Head of Training (HT) is responsible for the overall supervision and quality of the training function within the TRTO. The successful candidate must meet the applicable CAAS SASP requirements and be acceptable to the Authority.

Mandatory Qualifications & Experience

• Hold or have held an CAAS ATPL.
• Hold or have held a CAAS Flight Instructor Rating / Type Rating for the Airbus A320.
• Have a minimum of 5,000 hours of total flying experience as a pilot on multi-crew aircraft, preferably with significant Airbus A320 experience.
• Have a minimum of 3,000 hours of command experience.
• Have a minimum of 1,000 hours of full flight simulator flight training experience.
• Demonstrated experience in aviation training and training management.
• Demonstrated practical experience in UPRT (Upset Prevention and Recovery Training).
• Experience in developing, implementing and overseeing Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) programmes and assessment standards.
• Demonstrated leadership and management capability within a TRTO, ATO, airline or aviation training organisation.

Training & Regulatory Responsibilities

• Ensure the TRTO complies with applicable CAAS regulations, SASP requirements and approved training standards.
• Be responsible for the qualifications, competence, training performance and standards of instructors.
• Ensure an adequate number of suitably qualified training personnel are available to conduct the required training activities.
• Monitor and maintain the quality and standards of training delivered by instructors.
• Oversee instructor competency through proficiency checks, audits, training observations and performance monitoring.
• Establish, implement and maintain appropriate training policies, procedures and processes.
• Ensure effective implementation of CBTA and other competency-based training methodologies, where applicable.
• Ensure training programmes, syllabi, lesson plans and assessment processes comply with regulatory and organisational requirements.
• Identify training, safety and compliance shortfalls and ensure appropriate corrective and remedial actions are implemented.
• Maintain a high standard of safety, discipline and professionalism within the TRTO.

Documentation & Compliance

• Ensure the Operations Manual, Training Manual and related training documentation are current, accurate and fit for purpose.
• Review, amend and update training manuals, procedures and supporting documentation as required.
• Ensure training records and instructor qualification records are properly maintained and remain valid and current.
• Support National Aviation Authority audits, inspections, approvals and regulatory liaison relating to training activities.
• Ensure the Training Centre is suitably equipped and resourced to support approved training activities.
• Drive continuous improvement of training processes, standards, documentation and training materials.

Leadership & Management

• Lead the TRTO training function and training personnel.
• Participate in the management, qualification and performance management of training personnel, where required.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, communication, organisational and decision-making skills.Preferred Experience

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience as a Head of Training, Senior Simulator Instructor or equivalent.
• Previous experience within a CAAS-approved TRTO/ATO.
• Experience supporting CAAS audits, regulatory inspections and training approvals.
• Strong practical experience in UPRT and CBTA (Competency-Based Training and Assessment).
• Experience in TRTO instructor standardisation, competency assessment and training quality assurance.
• Experience in A320 simulator-based training and instructor standardisation.