Aviation Safety and Security Regulator

5 days ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

As the Director of Civil Aviation, you will play a critical role in ensuring safe and secure skies for New Zealand. The New Zealand Government is responsible for regulating the aviation sector, and this position requires a leader with exceptional stakeholder management capabilities.

The ideal candidate will have a depth of executive experience leading at scale, coupled with a strong understanding of modern regulatory approaches. They will drive continuous improvement to ensure the Authority remains a modern, contemporary, and proactive regulatory body, working collaboratively across the aviation ecosystem to foster strong partnerships.

The role reports to the CAA Board through the Chair and is responsible for the strategic and operational delivery of the CAA (including the Aviation Security Service); exercising the authority granted under the Civil Aviation Act 1990.



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