Airport Electrical Engineering Expert

The Organizational Setting

Under the direction of Director of the Capacity Development and Implementation Bureau (CDI), the Field Operations Section (FOS) is responsible for the development, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and closure of Technical Assistance (TA) and Technical Cooperation (TC) projects. It drafts agreements and aids in creating country-specific and regional projects and programs by identifying priority areas, developing objectives, activities, and deliverables, setting timelines, and specifying budgetary requirements.

Additionally, under the direction of the CDI Director, the Field Personnel Section (FPS/FRU) recruits international experts to implement Capacity Development and Implementation projects across various Civil Aviation fields and manages the ICAO Roster of Experts.

KSIADC (King Salman International Airport Development Company) is spearheading a mega project to develop Riyadh International Airport, soon to be named King Salman International Airport. The project is scheduled for execution between 2024 and 2030. Recently, KSIADC presented the KSIA Master Plan and project execution timelines to GACA, highlighting the critical need for timely evaluations, approvals, and acceptance of project packages by GACA in accordance with the requirements and provisions of GACAR Part 139 and other applicable regulations.

**Major duties and Responsibilities**

Function 1 (incl. Expected results)

Review proposals for projects covering design, specifications, and construction for electrical facilities.

Function 2 (incl. Expected results)

Initiate proposals for corrective action on deficiencies in existing facilities in the electrical field, in compliance with ICAO standards and specifications.

Function 3 (incl. Expected results)

Facilitate for expeditious accord of approval in respect of proposals received from the aerodrome operator or consultants for all works related to the power generation, electrical power distribution and airfield lighting. Ensure that the electrical work is executed in compliance with the approvals granted by the regulator.

Function 4 (incl. Expected results)

Plan, develop and conduct training for national counterpart engineers when required.

Function 5 (incl. Expected results)

Develop formats for regular reporting on all activities of the project work, and the effective control.

Function 6 (incl. Expected results)

Performs other related duties, as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

**Judgement/Decision-making**: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.

**Communication**:Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style, and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

**Teamwork**:Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

**Commitment to Continuous Learning**:Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.

**Qualifications and Experience**

Education
- University degree in electrical engineering or equivalent academic qualifications and training.

Professional experience

**Essential**
- Extensive experience at a responsible level in the installation, maintenance and operation of electrical facilities, specifically for airports such as power generation, electrical power distribution, airfield lighting, and communications.
- At least ten years of design, operation and maintenance experience in electrical engineering at airports.
- Familiar with the latest manufacturing and design criteria using latest modern technologies at airports.
- Experience with electronically operated equipment.
- Knowledge of ICAO and other international electrical standards.
- Ability to plan, develop and conduct training i