About Hamad International Airport
Hamad International Airport enjoys a dominant position in the aviation industry. Passenger volumes are on a steady and fast-growing path thanks to an unprecedented facility expansion that enhanced operational capacity and will drive business growth in the next years.
About the role
Contribute with the team to meet the wildlife hazard management plan and objectives at Hamad International Airport, encompassing wildlife hazard planning and hazard assessment, wildlife assessment and control. Implement training programmes on wildlife hazard management for airport safety staff, ensuring that HIA meets its certification requirements with regard to compliance with rules and regulations in relation to wildlife hazard management.
Key responsibilities
- Patrol the airside, monitor wildlife activity, report and record all wildlife occurrences and incidents, and produce wildlife hotspot maps.
- Recommend actions to the line manager, such as grass cutting and vegetation management, to minimize wildlife activity.
- Set up and reposition bird control equipment on the airfield, monitor its serviceability and maintenance, and adjust equipment settings when needed.
- Collect bird strike carcasses and samples from the airfield, identify species, and tag and store samples in a freezer for wildlife analysis.
- Monitor populations of insects, food sources, and attractants for birds and wildlife through site inspections, recording observations and reporting hazards.
- Liaise with ATC on wildlife hazards and report the actual Bird Watch condition, including the presence and number of birds, so ATC can communicate with pilots.
- Respond to ATC requests to keep the runway clear of wildlife hazards.
- Monitor bird and wildlife populations and implement measures identified in the Wildlife Hazard Manual using approved methods and standard operating procedures.
- Inform the line manager of new or unusual wildlife activity or suspicious attractants.
- Investigate and produce accurate incident reports following wildlife hazard events and bird strikes.
- Provide wildlife awareness training for airside users.
- Deploy and control wildlife tools, including traps and cages, and manage captured wildlife where required.
- Continuously monitor the effectiveness of deterrent infrastructure, including netting, spikes, and perimeter fencing.
- Follow QCAR (Qatar Civil Aviation Regulations) version 006 requirements and the Wildlife Hazard Management Plan to ensure that HIA meets its aerodrome certification obligations.
- Carry out any other duties assigned by the direct manager.
Qualifications
- High School Qualification, Vocational Qualification, Diploma, or equivalent with 3 years of job-related experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Zoology, Ornithology, Biology, or Environmental Science with a minimum of 2 years of job-related experience.
- Training certification courses in Aerodrome Safety Management, Wildlife Hazard, and other ICAO, ACI, or safety certifications are an advantage.