Junior Manager - ADP/AVP Cell

The Associate Manager – Compliance is responsible for planning, executing, and tracking compliance audits across all aerodrome infrastructure, systems, and operational functions in accordance with DGCA CARs, ICAO Annex 14, PANS-Aerodrome, and other applicable standards. This role ensures adherence to aerodrome licensing requirements, regulatory obligations, and implementation of operational procedures, while supporting continuous improvement of safety and regulatory compliance frameworks at IGIA under the guidance of Sr. Specialist – Compliance Audit.

Responsibilities

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Compliance Audit Planning, Coordination & Execution

• Prepare and maintain an annual compliance audit calendar in alignment with DGCA/ICAO requirements.
• Coordinate with operational units to schedule and execute audits across aerodrome infrastructure and functional areas.
• Plan and support execution of compliance audits for new infrastructure prior to commissioning.
• Monitor audit completion against planned targets and ensure timely reporting.
• Ensure coordination with concerned departments for closure of non-compliances.
• Follow up on open audit findings until effective closure is achieved.
• Prepare structured audit reports and presentations for Compliance Review Committee.

• % of planned vs. actual audits (monthly, quarterly, annually)
• % audits completed for new infrastructure before commissioning

Regulatory Communication & Checklist Management

• Continuously monitor amendments in DGCA CARs, ICAO Annex 14, PANS-Aerodromes, ADM / ASM, etc.
• Disseminate regulatory changes to relevant stakeholders with implementation timelines.
• Review and update audit checklists for each function / unit based on regulatory amendments and operational learnings.

• Number of regulatory amendments communicated and tracked
• Number of version-controlled checklist reviews conducted per year

Functional Area Compliance & Technical Evaluation

• Conduct audits of key operational areas and functions such as Aprons, Taxiways, Runways, ARFF, AOCC, Wildlife Management, AGL, Drainage, and PMS, airport systems.
• Verify compliance of physical characteristics, obstacle clearance, surface conditions, markings, lighting, rescue and firefighting, and data publication.
• Review and validate compliance of aerodrome operations procedures like LVP, emergency planning, and wildlife hazard management.
• Assist in review of Runway Safety Team findings, friction reports, and condition assessments.

• % of critical infrastructure areas (runways/taxiways) audited per quarter
• Number of technical deviations raised and mitigated

Safety MIS & KPI Reporting

• Prepare, update, and maintain comprehensive Safety MIS and KPIs dashboards as per defined reporting frequencies – daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, annually, etc.
• Support in preparation of regulatory reports and internal management reviews, ensuring consistency and completeness of safety data.
• Contribute to automation and enhancement of reporting formats for improved visualization, trend analysis, and decision support.

• % of MIS / KPI reports submitted on time
• % of stakeholder data received within stipulated timelines

• DGCA Air Safety Directorate NR, DGCA Aerodrome standards, AAI ATM & CNS, CISF
• Airlines, GHAs, Catering Agencies, Fueling Agencies, FBO / MRO
• Contractors / Service Providers, Third Party Auditors

• Airside Ops, Airside Planning, P&E-Airside, Airport System, AOCC, Security & Vigilance, ARFF, HR

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• Graduation (Preferably B.E. / B. Tech.)

• 5 to 07 years of experience in aviation, with a minimum of 3 years in airside operations, safety, or planning.