Airport Electrical Engineering Expert; OPAS

airport electrical engineering expert (opas)

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under the direction of the 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 programmes by identifying priority areas, developing objectives, activities, deliverables, setting timelines, and specifying budgetary requirements.

in addition, 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.

• function 1 (incl. Expected results): review proposals for projects covering design, specifications, and construction of 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 expeditious approval of proposals received from the aerodrome operator or consultants for all works related to power generation, electrical power distribution, and airfield lighting, ensuring compliance with regulator approvals.
• 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 effective control.
• function 6 (incl. Expected results): perform other related duties as assigned.

• professionalism: shows pride in work and achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient; motivated by professional concerns; persistent, calm, and committed to results.
• judgement/decision‑making: identifies key issues, gathers relevant information, considers impacts, proposes courses of action, checks assumptions against facts, and makes tough decisions when necessary.
• communication: speaks and writes clearly; listens and interprets messages correctly; asks clarifying questions; tailors language and style to the audience; shares information openly.
• teamwork: works collaboratively; values others’ ideas; supports group decisions; shares credit; accepts shared responsibility.
• commitment to continuous learning: keeps abreast of developments; seeks professional development; shares learning with others; seeks feedback for improvement.

• university degree in electrical engineering or equivalent academic qualifications and training.

• extensive responsible-level experience in the installation, maintenance, and operation of electrical facilities for airports, including 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 latest manufacturing and design criteria using modern technologies at airports.
• experience with electronically operated equipment.
• knowledge of icao and other international electrical standards.
• ability to plan, develop, and conduct training on electrical facilities…