Senior Officer AVP

Overview

Regulatory Oversight & Compliance

• Support development, review, and maintenance of Section SOPs, Airside Driving Regulations, and Guides in alignment with company standards, CAR ADR, ICAO requirements, and local SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable airside safety and security regulations, procedures, and policies.
• Promote initiatives to reduce incidents and enhance section performance.

Permitting, Approvals & Records

• Process and approve ADP applications per established procedures.
• Inspect vehicles applying for AVPs before granting controlled airside access.
• Ensure all airside drivers hold valid ADPs and initiate corrective actions for noncompliance.
• Maintain accurate and auditable records of ADP/AVP applications, inspections, approvals, and rejections.
• Maintain monthly and annual ADP/AVP statistics and prepare performance and revenue reports.

Training & Examination Administration

• Register candidates for theory and practical examinations and maintain schedules.
• Administer and oversee theory exams and practical assessments; update examination records in the ADP system.
• Approve ADP equipment categories after verifying required documentation.

Systems & Data Management

• Develop, maintain, and improve online ADP/AVP permit systems.
• Update systems with examination details, results, and candidate records.
• Prepare monthly performance reports and annual statistical summaries.

Inspections, Audits & Enforcement

• Conduct periodic airside inspections to verify compliance with ADP/AVP requirements and follow up on corrective actions.
• Assist in addressing and closing NCRs from internal and external audits.
• Support enforcement actions, including suspension or revocation of ADPs/AVPs.
• Ensure timely reporting of incidents, collisions, or damage to Airside Safety.

Stakeholder Liaison & Coordination

• Coordinate airside safety activities with operations, safety, security, logistics, and other internal stakeholders.
• Monitor and promote professional behaviour among airside drivers and support initiatives to improve conduct.

Operational Support

• Perform day‑to‑day ADP/AVP section duties and support the Manager ADP/AVP.
• Assist in closing section issues and action items.
• Carry out other duties as required.
• Mentor junior trainers and guide operational teams to foster continuous learning and safety excellence.
• Travel between Zayed, Delma, and Sir Bani Yas airports as needed.
• **Requirements & Skills**

Top Competencies

• Strong commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder relationship management.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ability to learn and use the Airport Permits System (APS).

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Knowledge of CAR ADR, ICAO Annex 14, and airside safety management principles.

Experience

• Minimum **4 years** of experience in airside operations, vehicle permitting, aerodrome safety, or related functions.
• Experience with permit management systems and data reporting.
• Proven stakeholder liaison and multisite coordination experience.
• Valid UAE/GCC driving licence and ability to obtain airport security pass credentials.