The Director
The Director of Civil Aviation is the Chief Executive of the Civil Aviation Authority. The objective of the Authority is to undertake its safety, security and other functions in a way that contributes to the aim of achieving an integrated, safe, responsive, and sustainable transport system. The Director is accountable to the Authority (board of governors) and is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the CAA.
The Director also exercises functions and powers under the Civil Aviation Act 1990, including controlling entry into the civil aviation system, and the monitoring of adherence to safety and security requirements.
Steve Douglas took up the role of Director on 1 June 2007. In announcing his appointment, Chairman of the Authority Rick Bettle said Mr Douglas's reputation and experience made him a stand-out candidate for the role.
"The Authority is delighted to be in a position to appoint someone with such a long and distinguished career in aviation, both technically, and managerially.
"Mr Douglas is a former aircraft design engineer who, for the past 12 years, has held senior management roles within the CAA. We have particularly seen the impact of his expertise in the areas of aviation rules and policy development, and in the evolution of the CAA's highly regarded international reputation," Mr Bettle said.
Mr Douglas has also previously served as Assistant Director responsible for the CAA's certification and safety monitoring functions. He is a qualified engineer, holding an MSc in Aircraft Design from the Cranfield Institute of Technology, England. His career has been entirely devoted to aviation, including five years in a technical services role at Air New Zealand, and a similar period in commercial satellite design at British Aerospace.
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Director of Civil Aviation Steve Douglas Tel: 04 560 9404 Fax: 04 566 5030 |
| Executive Assistant | Margaret Ninness | Tel: 04 560 9405 |