Head of Quality at Jambojet

REF: VAC02/02/19

Location: Embakasi, Nairobi

Reports to: Accountable Manager

Role Purpose:

To provide a focal point for the development, coordination and compliance of Quality standards in order to meet the requirements to maintain the Air Operators Certificate, and IATA Operating Standards.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

• Maintain a Quality Management Systems for the airline that ensures high performance standards are achieved to satisfy KCAA regulations, company policies & procedures and industry requirements.
• Ensure development of Company Documentation Management System and operational manuals in compliance with KCAA regulations and industry best practices.
• Liaise with Kenya Civil Aviation Authority so as to ensure AOC is renewed and Operations Specifications are acquired and kept current in accordance with Kenya Civil Aviation regulations.
• Provide an independent assessment and overview of the Quality management of the maintenance, operational and corporate activities and where issues are not being addressed adequately; advise or raise with the Managing Director/CEO and other senior management.
• Ensure appropriate corrective or preventive actions that address relevant compliance and/or conformity issues have been implemented and are being monitored for effectiveness.
• Must ensure that all C of A (Certificate of Airworthiness) for all aircrafts are valid
• Ensure communication and coordination with operational managers in the management of operational risk.
• Ensure AMO (Air maintenance Organization) compliance with KCAA regulations
• Ensure AMP (Air Maintenance Program) is adhered to
• Develop and implement a thorough audit cycle that address all areas of Jambojet’s operations, systems, infrastructure, partnerships
• Maintain an open liaison with regulatory bodies and other airlines worldwide;

Knowledge, Skills, Experience

• Degree holder, technically qualified in the field of aircraft maintenance or flight or ground operations
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the field of aircraft maintenance, or flight or ground operations
• Has successfully completed training in Quality Management Systems certification recognized by KCAA
• Certification in Quality Management/Audit Technique desirable
• Sound awareness of Commercial Airline industry dynamics and business environment.
• Experience in documentation procedures an added advantage
• Strong commercial attitude, with the ability to think strategically.
• Good analytical and critical thinking skills, problem-solving, judgment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills. Ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner as well as communicate across multiple business & customers groups.

PLEASE NOTE: Jambojet does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants are advised not to remit any funds to anyone purporting to facilitate employment in Jambojet.