Position Overview
This role ensures that aviation fuel meets strict international and GACA quality standards before it is delivered to aircraft. Responsibilities include fuel sampling, laboratory testing, monitoring contamination risks (such as water or particulates), and ensuring compliance with aviation fuel specifications and GACA quality requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Ensuring aviation fuel meets international and GACA quality standards
Conducting fuel sampling at receipt, storage, and delivery points
Performing laboratory testing and analysis in accordance with GACA requirements
Monitoring contamination risks including water and particulates
Ensuring compliance with ASTM D1655, DEF STAN 91-91, JIG standards, and GACA specifications
Managing fuel quality documentation and certificates for GACA inspections
Investigating fuel quality incidents and non-conformances
Calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment to GACA standards
Training staff on fuel quality procedures and GACA requirements
Coordinating with fuel suppliers on quality issues
Maintaining quality assurance records for GACA audits
Qualifications & Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in fuel quality control or laboratory analysis
Thorough knowledge of aviation fuel specifications and GACA standards
Experience with fuel testing equipment and laboratory procedures
Understanding of JIG standards, GACA quality requirements, and quality assurance protocols
Attention to detail and analytical thinking
Strong documentation and record-keeping skills
Ability to identify and resolve quality issues
Experience with GACA quality certification processes preferred