Aviation Senior Writer-Editor, Technical Publications

The Role

• Are you passionate about aviation and also have a desire for clear, precise documentation?
• Do you have aviation industry experience and a good understanding of the regulatory aspects of your industry sector?
• Do you have great writing / Word skills?

This is your opportunity to be part of the Technical Publications Section producing quality guides and publications in plain English to assist the aviation community in understanding (and thus complying with) the aviation regulations. The role of Senior Writer/Editor, Technical Publications is based within the Communications Branch of the Stakeholder Engagement Division.

The Communications Branch is responsible for CASA’s communication activities. This includes broad public and industry consultation and communication strategies, media engagement, website and intranet management, social media channels, safety promotion activities, graphic design, video production, sponsorships and event management, and development of plain English guides.

As the Senior Writer/Editor, Technical Publications you will need to:

• under limited direction, scope, develop and maintain plain English guides explaining complex aviation rules in a simple, easy-to-read writing style, and exercising good judgement to deliver quality work requiring little revision before finalisation of the given stage of document development.
• edit, peer review and quality check content produced by other team members to ensure a high-quality end product, ensuring written content retains the intent of the regulations and aligns with the current Australian Government Style Manual and current accessibility requirements
• be responsible for planning own work goals and priorities that align with and achieve both own and team outcomes, and work collaboratively with other team members to ensure team objectives are met, assisting in planning and managing projects and meeting agreed timelines
• attain, maintain and apply your knowledge of the Civil Aviation Act 1988, Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, Civil Aviation Regulations 1988, and associated standards policy and practice, CASA decision-making processes and agency guidelines and regulations
• build and maintain effective relationships internally within the Communications branch and with other business units within CASA such as National Operations Standards Division and the Legal, International and Regulatory Affairs Division, as well as externally with contractors and other suppliers
• maintain and promote guidance material including safety information, education and training materials, advisory circulars, web-based information and other duties as required
• promote workplace safety, equity and diversity, participative management and environmental management in the workplace in accordance with CASA values and behaviours
• work supportively and cooperatively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to achieve shared outcomes.

Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate must:

• have familiarity with the regulatory aspects of the aviation industry, preferably with an aviation licence and a strong knowledge of at least one sector (such as flying operations or airworthiness)
• be able to interpret a range of document types to bring technical information together in meaningful content for the specified user
• be able to develop and structure large documents considering the nature of the technical content and the knowledge of the reader
• have excellent command of written English, be familiar with writing to a style guide, have at least intermediate word skills and have meticulous attention to detail
• have a proven ability to work with minimal assistance, taking ownership of tasks and guiding/supporting others in the team as required
• have suitable people skills to develop new relationships between the section and other areas of CASA
• have strong organisational skills and the ability to contribute to continuous improvement of the product and the processes within the section
• be able to demonstrate and exercise both initiative and judgment in the provision of accurate technical knowledge and advice in a specialist discipline (relevant to your role), achieved through the exposure to CASA’s policies and procedures
• be able to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees in a sensitive, respectful and equitable manner
• promote workplace safety, equity and diversity, and act in accordance with the CASA values and behaviours.

About Our Division

Stakeholder Engagement Division helps to create and shape the environment in which CASA works to improve aviation safety by building trust and awareness with our stakeholders and by delivering credible, consistent communication, safety education and client services.

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About us

The Civil Aviation Safety Authority’s (CASA) primary function is to conduct the safety regulation of civil air operations in Australia, Australian civil airspace and the operation civil air operations in Australia, Australian civil airspace and the operation of Australian aircraft overseas.

CASA is committed to having a flexible and inclusive workplace and recognises and values the diversity of the wider Australian community.

We encourage and welcome applications from people with Disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people.

Affirmative Measures

This vacancy is being advertised concurrently under a general and an affirmative measure recruitment process.

Affirmative measures is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait people or people living with a disability, evidence will be requested if your application progresses under an affirmative measures process.

Culture and benefits

We value our people. CASA values social and cultural diversity and is committed to a safe workplace. We are committed to the attraction, recruitment and retention of Indigenous Australians and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

CASA is committed to attaining and retaining the highest quality of skilled professionals and providing a desirable work environment in which they can maximise their talent and potential. We provide rewarding careers, promote work-life balance and support professional and personal development.

Contact Officer for enquiries: Ceri Bartlett, *************@casa.gov.au, 02 8651 3***

Closing Date for Applications: 11:30pm, AEST Sunday 30 August 2026For full details and information on the role please visit the Careers | Civil Aviation Safety Authority (casa.gov.au). Applications for all CASA vacancies must be submitted through the CASA e-Recruitment portal.