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Master Pay Scale Point 45 (HK$127,700 per month) to Master Pay Scale Point 49 (HK$147,125 per month).

Candidates should (a) (i) hold or have held an International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) contracting state’s Airline Transport Pilot’s Licence (ATPL) (Aeroplane) and at least 3 000 hours of commercial transport flying experience on multi-engine aeroplanes; and a minimum of five years’ of relevant post-licence experience ^{(See Note 1)}; OR (ii) hold or have held an ICAO contracting state’s Commercial Pilot’s Licence (CPL) (Aeroplane) or Multi-Crew Pilot’s Licence (MPL) (Aeroplane), with Multi-engine Instrument Rating and have passed the ATPL examinations and at least 3 000 hours of commercial transport flying experience on multi-engine aeroplanes; and a minimum of five years’ relevant post-licence experience ^{(See Note 1)}; (b) have strong command of written and spoken English; AND (c) have a pass result in the Basic Law and National Security Law test ^{(See Note 2)}.

1. Applicants without a current Class One Medical Certificate may also apply. For those applicants without a current Class One Medical Certificate, a clearance from a Civil Aviation Department (CAD) Approved Medical Examiner certifying their fitness for duties in full flight simulators is required.

   For (a)(i) and (a)(ii), relevant post-licence experience refers to the flying experience that an applicant has accumulated after the issuance of their ATPL (Aeroplane), CPL (Aeroplane) or MPL (Aeroplane).

2. All applicants for civil service jobs will be assessed on their knowledge of the Basic Law and the National Security Law. A pass result in the Basic Law and National Security Law Test is an entry requirement for all civil service jobs. Only those candidates who have passed the Basic Law and National Security Law Test will be considered for appointment.

   For candidates who have not taken the relevant Basic Law and National Security Law Test or have not attained a pass result in the relevant Basic Law and National Security Law Test at the time of application, they may still apply for the job and arrangements will be made for them to take the relevant Basic Law and National Security Law Test during the recruitment process.

3. Candidates should submit their application forms together with an Experience Resume. Completed forms, together with the resume submitted in person or by post should reach the contact address of the recruiting department on or before the closing date for application. The Experience Resume can be downloaded here.

Duties:

A Senior Operations Officer (Senior Operations Inspector) is mainly deployed on flight operations matters including – (a) conducting station facilities, ramp and base inspections, and other safety oversight inspections of the Air Operator’s Certificates holders to ensure that the operator’s documentation with respect to operations and training manuals, and all other instructions to operating staff are in compliance with the established policies and standards; (b) observing professional pilot training, monitoring standards and ensuring that the training is carried out in accordance with all relevant legislation; (c) examining persons for appointment as authorised examiners for the grant of Private Pilot Licence and handling matters on Flying Training Organization and ground training courses; (d) investigation of aircraft accidents and incidents; and (e) assisting in the formulation of policies and requirements on flight standards and operations matters.

(Notes: Post holders are required to travel extensively on duty and work irregular hours.)

A new recruit will normally be appointed on civil service agreement terms for three years. A gratuity may be granted upon satisfactory completion of the contract with consistently high standard of performance and conduct. The amount of gratuity payable will be the sum which, when added to the Government’s contribution to the Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes, equals to 15% of the total basic salary drawn during the contract period. He/she will be required to serve on agreement terms for at least 3 years before they can be considered for appointment on the prevailing permanent terms.

Personnel Registry, Civil Aviation Department, Level 5, Civil Aviation Department Headquarters, 1 Tung Fai Road, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau, Hong Kong. (Tel.: 2910 6324)

11 July 2025

Ming Pao Daily News (13 June 2025) and South China Morning Post (14 and 21 June 2025)

1. Candidates must be permanent residents of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) at the time of appointment unless specified otherwise.
2. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, the Government is committed to eliminating discrimination in employment. The vacancy advertised is open to all applicants meeting the basic entry requirement irrespective of their disability, sex, marital status, pregnancy, age, family status, sexual orientation and race.
3. Civil service vacancies are posts on the civil service establishment. Candidates selected for these vacancies will be appointed on civil service terms of appointment and conditions of service and will become civil servants on appointment.
4. The entry pay, terms of appointment and conditions of service to be offered are subject to the provisions prevailing at the time the offer of appointment is made.
5. The information on the maximum pay point is for reference only and may be subject to changes.
6. Fringe benefits include paid leave, medical and dental benefits, and where appropriate, assistance in housing.
7. Where a large number of candidates meet the specified entry requirements, the recruiting department may devise shortlisting criteria to select the better qualified candidates for further processing. In these circumstances, only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend recruitment examination and/or interview.
8. It is Government policy to place people with a disability in appropriate jobs wherever possible. If a disabled candidate meets the entry requirements, he/she will be invited to attend the selection interview/written examination without being subject to further shortlisting. Applicants who have declared disabilities found suitable for appointment may be given an appropriate degree of preference over other applicants whose suitability for appointment is considered comparable to that of the former. The Government policy and other related measures on employment of persons with disabilities are set out in the booklet “Employ People Based on Their Abilities – Application for Government Jobs by Persons with Disabilities” which is available for reference on the Civil Service Bureau's website at https://www.csb.gov.hk under “Administration of the Civil Service – Appointments”.
9. Holders of academic qualifications other than those obtained from Hong Kong institutions/Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority may also apply but their qualifications will be subject to assessments on equivalence with the required entry qualifications. They should submit copies of their official transcripts and certificates by mail to the above contact address.
10. Civil service vacancies information contained in this column is also available on the GovHK on the Internet at https://www.gov.hk.
11. Towards the application deadline, our on-line system would likely be overloaded due to large volume of applications. To ensure timely completion of your on-line application, it is advisable to submit the application as early as possible.

Application Forms [G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023)] are obtainable from any Home Affairs Enquiry Centres of District Offices, Home Affairs Department or any Job Centres of the Employment Services Division, Labour Department. The said form can also be downloaded from the Civil Service Bureau's website (https://www.csb.gov.hk). Candidates must state clearly the details of professional qualification obtained on the application forms and attach the Experience Resumes.^{(See Note 3)}

The new version of application form for Government jobs G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023) has been in use with effect from 26 July 2023. Candidates who apply for Government jobs advertised on or after 26 July 2023 should use the new G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023). If candidates submit the old version form (G.F. 340 (Rev. 3/2013)), they will be required to fill in the new G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023) afresh and submit it within seven days upon request. If candidates fail to submit the new G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023) within the stipulated deadline, their applications will not be processed further.

Completed forms, together with the Experience Resumes, submitted in person or by post should reach the above contact address of the recruiting department on or before the closing date for application. Please specify the title of the post being applied for on the envelope. To avoid delayed or unsuccessful delivery of applications by post, please ensure that the correct address is clearly printed or written on the envelope and sufficient postage has been affixed before posting. Mail items bearing insufficient postage will not be delivered to this Department and will be returned to the sender or disposed of by the Hongkong Post, where appropriate. Applicants will bear any consequences arising from paying insufficient postage. Applicants may also apply online through the (Civil Service Bureau’s website).

For applicants who apply on-line, they should submit the Experience Resumes to the above contact address on or before 18 July 2025. The on-line application number and the title of the post should be quoted on the envelopes and the Experience Resumes.

If candidates fail to provide the supporting documents as required, including the Experience Resumes as requested, by the deadline, their applications may not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide their email addresses on the application forms. Candidates who are selected for interview will normally receive an invitation (by email or by post) in about six to eight weeks from the closing date for application. Those who are not invited for interview may assume that their applications are unsuccessful. For enquiries, please call the telephone number indicated.

Training Pay Scale Point 11 (HK$26,160 per month) to Training Pay Scale Point 14 (HK$31,725 per month)

Candidates should –

1. 1. have Level 3 or equivalent (See Note 1) or above in five subjects, with at least one of them being Mathematics, Geography, Physics, Information and Communication Technology or Aviation Studies, in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSEE) (See Note 2), or equivalent; or
   2. have a pass in two subjects at Advanced Level in the Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (HKALE) and Grade C / Level 3 (See Note 3) or above in three other subjects in the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE) (See Note 2) with at least one of them being Mathematics, Geography, Physics or Computer Studies, or equivalent;
2. have met the language proficiency requirements of Level 3 (See Note 3) or above in English Language and Level 2 (See Note 3) or above in Chinese Language in HKDSEE or HKCEE, or equivalent;
3. be able to communicate effectively in English; and
4. have a pass result in the Basic Law and National Security Law Test (See Note 5).

[Remarks: Candidates without the requisite Chinese language proficiency as specified in (b) above, but have met the other entry requirements, may also apply. (See Note 4)]

1. For civil service appointment purpose, “Attained with Distinction” in Applied Learning subjects (subject to a maximum of two Applied Learning Subjects), and Grade C in Other Language subjects in the HKDSEE are accepted as equivalent to Level 3 in the New Senior Secondary subjects in the HKDSEE. “Attained” in Applied Learning subjects (subject to a maximum of two Applied Learning subjects), and Grade E in Other Language subjects in the HKDSEE are accepted as equivalent to Level 2 in the New Senior Secondary subjects in the HKDSEE.
2. The subjects may include Chinese Language and English Language.
3. For civil service appointment purpose, ‘Grade C’ and ‘Grade E’ in Chinese Language and English Language (Syllabus B) in the HKCEE before 2007 are accepted administratively as comparable to ‘Level 3’ and ‘Level 2’ respectively in Chinese Language and English Language in the 2007 HKCEE and henceforth.
4. Candidates without the Chinese language proficiency as specified in item (b) of the entry requirements above, but have met the other entry requirements, may also apply. Nevertheless, only a limited number of applicants who do not possess the requisite Chinese language proficiency but are able to demonstrate the ability to speak Chinese (Cantonese/Putonghua) and understand simple writing in Chinese may be appointed subject to the operational need of the Department.
5. All applicants for civil service jobs will be assessed on their knowledge of the Basic Law and National Security Law. A pass result in the Basic Law and National Security Law Test is an entry requirement for all civil service jobs. Only those candidates who have passed the Basic Law and National Security Law Test will be considered for appointment. For candidates who have not taken the relevant Basic Law and National Security Law Test or have not attained a pass result in the relevant Basic Law and National Security Law Test at the time of application, they may still apply for the job and arrangements will be made for them to take the relevant Basic Law and National Security Law Test during the recruitment process.

Duties:

A Student Air Traffic Control Officer* is mainly deployed on undertaking training leading to the award of Air Traffic Control ratings; undertaking basic training on flight operations; and performing duties connected with air traffic control, including those of an Air Traffic Flight Services Officer. He/she is required to work shifts on a 24-hour basis.

*A Student Air Traffic Control Officer is required to be medically fit to International Civil Aviation Organization standards for Air Traffic Control Officers. (Further information can be found on Civil Aviation Department website at https://www.cad.gov.hk).

A new recruit will normally be appointed on civil service probationary terms. The period of probation is three years or the time taken for the officer to complete and pass the first departmental Specialized Rating Training course and obtain the associated Air Traffic Control rating, and be proficient to perform the duties of the rating independently, whichever is the later and subject to a maximum period of five years. Upon passage of probation bar, the officer may be considered for appointment on the prevailing permanent terms.

Recruitment Team, Civil Aviation Department, Level 6, Office Building, Civil Aviation Department Headquarters, 1 Tung Fai Road, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau, Hong Kong (Tel: 2910 6607).

4 July 2025

Ming Pao Daily News (6 June 2025) and South China Morning Post (7 June 2025 & 14 June 2025)

1. Candidates must be permanent residents of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region at the time of appointment unless specified otherwise.
2. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, the Government is committed to eliminating discrimination in employment. The vacancy advertised is open to all applicants meeting the basic entry requirement irrespective of their disability, sex, marital status, pregnancy, age, family status, sexual orientation and race.
3. Civil service vacancies are posts on the civil service establishment. Candidates selected for these vacancies will be appointed on civil service terms of appointment and conditions of service and will become civil servants on appointment.
4. The entry pay, terms of appointment and conditions of service to be offered are subject to the provisions prevailing at the time the offer of appointment is made.
5. The information on the maximum pay point is for reference only and may be subject to changes.
6. Fringe benefits include paid leave, medical and dental benefits, and where appropriate, assistance in housing.
7. Where a large number of candidates meet the specified entry requirements, the recruiting department may devise shortlisting criteria to select the better qualified candidates for further processing. In these circumstances, only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend test and/or interview.
8. It is Government policy to place people with a disability in appropriate jobs wherever possible. If a disabled candidate meets the entry requirements, he/she will be invited to attend test / interview without being subject to further shortlisting. Applicants who have declared disabilities found suitable for appointment may be given an appropriate degree of preference over other applicants whose suitability for appointment is considered comparable to that of the former. The Government policy and other related measures on employment of persons with disabilities are set out in the booklet "Employ People Based on Their Abilities – Application for Government Jobs by Persons with Disabilities" which is available for reference on the Civil Service Bureau's website (https://www.csb.gov.hk) under "Administration of the Civil Service – Appointments".
9. Holders of academic qualifications other than those obtained from Hong Kong institutions/Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority may also apply but their qualifications will be subject to assessments on equivalence with the required entry qualifications.
10. At this stage of application, all applicants are not required to attach any originals/copies of diplomas/certificates, transcripts and other qualification documents issued by the academic institutions.
11. Civil service vacancies information contained in this column is also available on the Civil Service Bureau's website (https://www.csb.gov.hk).
12. Towards the application deadline, our on-line system would likely be overloaded due to large volume of applications. To ensure timely completion of your on-line application, it is advisable to submit the application as early as possible.

Application Forms G.F.340 (Rev.7/2023) are obtainable from any Home Affairs Enquiry Centre of District Offices, Home Affairs Department or any Job Centres of the Employment Services Division, Labour Department. The said form can also be downloaded from the Civil Service Bureau's website (https://www.csb.gov.hk).

The new version of application form for Government jobs G.F. 340 (Rev.7/2023) has been in use with effect from 26 July 2023. Candidates who apply for Government jobs advertised on or after 26 July 2023 should use the new G.F.340 (Rev.7/2023). If candidates submit the old version form G.F.340 (Rev.3/2013), they will be required to fill in the new G.F.340 (Rev.7/2023) afresh and submit it within seven days upon request. If candidates fail to submit the new G.F.340 (Rev.7/2023) within the stipulated deadline, their applications will not be processed further.

Applications submitted in person or by post should reach the Recruitment Team, Civil Aviation Department, Level 6, Office Building, Civil Aviation Department Headquarters, 1 Tung Fai Road, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau, Hong Kong not later than 4 July 2025. Candidates must state clearly results of all subjects obtained in public examinations on the application forms or a separate sheet attached to the applications. Please specify the title of the post being applied for on the envelope. To avoid delayed or unsuccessful delivery of applications by post, please ensure that the correct address is clearly printed or written on the envelope and sufficient postage has been affixed before posting. Mail items bearing insufficient postage will not be delivered to this Department and will be returned to the sender or disposed of by the Hongkong Post, where appropriate. Applicants will bear any consequences arising from paying insufficient postage. The postmark date on the envelope will be regarded as the date of application. Applicants may also apply online through the Civil Service Bureau’s website (https://www.csb.gov.hk). Applications which are late, incomplete, or submitted by fax or email will not be accepted.

Eligible candidates who are invited for the computer-based test will normally receive a notification within ten weeks after the closing date of applications. Invitation will be issued via email. Please ensure email address is accurately provided. Those who are not invited for the computer-based test may assume that their applications are unsuccessful. For enquiries, please call the enquiry telephone number.

Master Pay Scale Point 27 (HK$61,865 per month) to Master Pay Scale Point 44 (HK$119,650 per month)^{See Note 1}.

Candidates should have –

1. 1. either a Bachelor’s degree, or an associate degree, or a higher diploma, or a higher certificate in aeronautical engineering or a relevant aeronautical subject ^{See Note 2} from a tertiary institution in Hong Kong, or equivalent; and

      1. 1. a valid Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department (HKCAD) Aircraft Maintenance Licence (AML) ^{See Note 3}, or a valid HKCAD Design Approval ^{See Note 4}; and
         2. 4 years’ experience in maintenance and/or design of civil transport aircraft types or engine types on the Hong Kong register after attaining the professional qualifications in item (a)(i)(1)(A); or
      2. worked as a professional inspector in a civil aviation authority of ICAO contracting state, and 4 years’ regulatory experience in Aircraft Inspection or Engineering Division; or
   2. a Corporate Membership of a recognized professional aeronautical or electrical / mechanical engineering institution, or equivalent, and 2 years’ civil aviation experience ^{See Note 5}; and
2. met the language proficiency requirements of Level 2 or above in Chinese Language and English Language in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination or the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE), or equivalent ^{See Notes 6}: and
3. a pass result in the Basic Law and National Security Law test ^{See Notes 7}.

1. Subject to the prevailing situation, candidates with additional experience may be granted increments for previous relevant experience in the civil aviation field in excess of the stipulated minimum. Applications from serving civil service Operations Officer (Airworthiness) in the Civil Aviation Department would not normally be considered.

2. Relevant subjects include – aerospace; air transport; avionics engineering; electrical engineering; electronics engineering; mechanical engineering; radio engineering; telecommunication engineering.

3. An expired HKCAD Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence or an expired HKCAD AML supported by a valid AML issued by an International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) contracting state is considered as a valid qualification.

4. An expired HKCAD Approval supported by a valid Approval issued by an ICAO contracting state is considered as a valid qualification.

5. It is on the understanding that the civil aviation experience gained before attaining the Corporate Membership is recognized contributing towards the 2 years’ civil aviation experience.

6. For civil service appointment purpose, Grade C and Grade E in Chinese Language and English Language (Syllabus B) in the HKCEE before 2007 are accepted administratively as comparable to Level 3 and Level 2 respectively in Chinese Language and English Language in the 2007 HKCEE henceforth.

7. All applicants for civil service jobs will be assessed on their knowledge of the Basic Law and the National Security Law. A pass result in the Basic Law and National Security Law Test is an entry requirement for all civil service jobs. Only those candidates who have passed the Basic Law and National Security Law Test will be considered for appointment.

   For candidates who have not taken the relevant Basic Law and National Security Law Test or have not attained a pass result in the relevant Basic Law and National Security Law Test at the time of application, they may still apply for the job and arrangements will be made for them to take the relevant Basic Law and National Security Law Test during the recruitment process.

Duties:

Operations Officer (Airworthiness) is mainly deployed on aircraft airworthiness matters including –

1. conducting aircraft survey in hangar and ramp and investigations of significant defect;
2. assisting in the investigation of organizations and persons seeking approval under Part III of the Air Navigation (Hong Kong) Order;
3. conducting assessment of airworthiness standards for aircraft;
4. assisting in the investigation of aircraft accidents and incidents;
5. conducting assessment of applications for aircraft maintenance licences, and review, selection and marking of examination papers; and
6. conducting review and assessment of applicability of manufacturer service bulletins and airworthiness directives.

A new recruit will normally be appointed on civil service agreement terms for three years. A gratuity may be granted upon satisfactory completion of the contract with consistently high standard of performance and conduct. The amount of gratuity payable will be the sum which, when added to the Government’s contribution to the Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes, equals to 15% of the total basic salary drawn during the contract period. He/she will be required to serve on agreement terms for at least 3 years before they can be considered for appointment on the prevailing permanent terms.

Personnel Registry, Civil Aviation Department, Level 5, Civil Aviation Department Headquarters, 1 Tung Fai Road, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau, Hong Kong (Tel. No. 2910 6324).

1 August 2025

Ming Pao Daily News (11 July 2025) and South China Morning Post (12 and 19 July 2025)

1. Candidates must be permanent residents of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region at the time of appointment unless specified otherwise.
2. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, the Government is committed to eliminating discrimination in employment. The vacancy advertised is open to all applicants meeting the basic entry requirement irrespective of their disability, sex, marital status, pregnancy, age, family status, sexual orientation and race.
3. Civil service vacancies are posts on the civil service establishment. Candidates selected for these vacancies will be appointed on civil service terms of appointment and conditions of service and will become civil servants on appointment.
4. The entry pay, terms of appointment and conditions of service to be offered are subject to the provisions prevailing at the time the offer of appointment is made.
5. The information on the maximum pay point is for reference only and may be subject to changes.
6. Fringe benefits include paid leave, medical and dental benefits, and where appropriate, assistance in housing.
7. Where a large number of candidates meet the specified entry requirements, the recruiting department may devise shortlisting criteria to select the better qualified candidates for further processing. In these circumstances, only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend recruitment examination and/or interview.
8. It is Government policy to place people with a disability in appropriate jobs wherever possible. If a disabled candidate meets the entry requirements, he/she will be invited to attend the selection interview/written examination without being subject to further shortlisting. Applicants who have declared disabilities found suitable for appointment may be given an appropriate degree of preference over other applicants whose suitability for appointment is considered comparable to that of the former. The Government policy and other related measures on employment of persons with disabilities are set out in the booklet “Employ People Based on Their Abilities – Application for Government Jobs by Persons with Disabilities” which is available for reference on the Civil Service Bureau's website at https://www.csb.gov.hk under “Administration of the Civil Service – Appointments”.
9. Holders of academic qualifications other than those obtained from Hong Kong institutions/Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority may also apply but their qualifications will be subject to assessments on equivalence with the required entry qualifications. They should submit scanned copies of their official transcripts and certificates by email to recruitment@cad.gov.hk.
10. Civil service vacancies information contained in this column is also available on the GovHK on the Internet at https://www.gov.hk.
11. Towards the application deadline, our on-line system would likely be overloaded due to large volume of applications. To ensure timely completion of your application, it is advisable to submit the application as early as possible.

Applicants must apply online through the G.F. 340 Online Application System of the Civil Service Bureau (https://www.csb.gov.hk) not later than 1 August 2025.

Applications which are incomplete or submitted in person, by post, by fax or by e-mail will not be accepted.

Candidates must state clearly the details of professional qualification obtained and the results of all relevant subjects obtained in the public examinations in the applications. For qualifications awarded by local institutions/Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority, copies of the relevant transcripts/diplomas/certificates/other qualification documents are not required to be submitted at this stage of application. As for qualifications obtained from institutions outside Hong Kong, scanned copies of the relevant transcripts/diplomas/certificates or other qualification documents should be submitted by email to recruitment@cad.gov.hk before 8 August 2025. The on-line application number should be quoted in the subject of the email.

If candidates fail to state clearly the details of professional qualification obtained or results of all relevant subjects obtained in the public examinations or fail to provide the supporting documents as requested by the deadline, their applications might not be considered.

Applicants are encouraged to provide their email addresses in the applications. Candidates who are selected for interview will normally receive an invitation (by) in about six to eight weeks from the closing date for application. Those who are not invited for interview may assume that their applications are unsuccessful. For enquiries, please call the telephone number indicated.

HK$53,980 per month

Candidates should have –

1. 1. have Level 3 or equivalent (See Note 1) or above in five subjects, preferably in Mathematics, Geography, Physics, Information and Communication Technology or Aviation Studies, in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSEE) (See Note 2), or equivalent; or
   2. have a pass in two subjects at Advanced Level in the Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (HKALE) and Grade C/Level 3 (See Note 3) or above in three other subjects in the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE) (See Note 2) preferably in Mathematics, Geography, Physics or Computer Studies, or equivalent;
2. have met the language proficiency requirements of Level 3 (See Note 3) or above in English Language and Level 2 (See Note 3) or above in Chinese Language in HKDSEE or HKCEE, or equivalent;
3. have possessed a Hong Kong Air Traffic Controller Licence, and have at least three years of post-licence work experience in performing air traffic control duties; and
4. be able to communicate effectively in English.

1. “Attained with Distinction” in Applied Learning subjects (subject to a maximum of two Applied Learning subjects), and Grade C in Other Language subjects in the HKDSEE are accepted as equivalent to Level 3 in the New Senior Secondary subjects in the HKDSEE. “Attained” in Applied Learning subjects (subject to a maximum of two Applied Learning subjects), and Grade E in Other Language subjects in the HKDSEE are accepted as equivalent to Level 2 in the New Senior Secondary subjects in the HKDSEE.
2. The subjects may include Chinese Language and English Language.
3. “Grade C” and “Grade E” in Chinese Language and English Language (Syllabus B) in the HKCEE before 2007 are accepted administratively as comparable to “Level 3” and “Level 2” respectively in Chinese Language and English Language in the 2007 HKCEE and henceforth.

Air Traffic Control Support Officer is mainly deployed:

1. to provide support to air traffic control (ATC) operations and services in Hong Kong;
2. to control aircraft flying at the Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), and aircraft operating within the Hong Kong Flight Information Region (HKFIR);
3. to control all aircraft and vehicles on the runway, and aircraft operating on the manoeuvring areas of HKIA;
4. to monitor and assist in resolving any track deviation of aircraft operating within HKFIR; and
5. to perform any other related duties as may be required from time to time by CAD.

An Air Traffic Control Support Officer is required to work shifts on 24-hour basis.

Air Traffic Control Support Officer is required to be medically fit to International Civil Aviation Organisation standards for Air Traffic Control Officers (Further information can be found on Civil Aviation Department website at https://www.cad.gov.hk).

Successful candidate will be appointed on non-civil service contract terms for one year. Renewal of contract will be subject to service need and the performance and conduct of the candidate.

An end-of-contract gratuity may be granted if the contract is completed with satisfactory performance and conduct. Such gratuity, if granted, will be the sum which, when added to the Government’s contribution to the Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) scheme in respect of the appointee as required by the MPF Schemes Ordinance, equals to 15% of the total basic salary drawn during the contract period. 14 days’ annual leave (in a 12-month period) and full pay sickness allowance, whereas rest days, statutory holidays, maternity/paternity leave, where appropriate, will be granted in accordance with the provisions in the Employment Ordinance.

Recruitment Team, Civil Aviation Department, Level 6, Office Building, Civil Aviation Department Headquarters, 1 Tung Fai Road, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau, Hong Kong (Tel: 2910 6607).

17 July 2025

Ming Pao Daily News (4 July 2025) and South China Morning Post (5 July 2025 and 12 July 2025)

1. Candidates must be permanent residents of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region at the time of appointment unless specified otherwise.
2. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, the Government is committed to eliminating discrimination in employment. The vacancy advertised is open to all applicants meeting the basic entry requirement irrespective of their disability, sex, marital status, pregnancy, age, family status, sexual orientation and race.
3. Non-civil service vacancies are not posts on the civil service establishment. Candidates appointed are not on civil service terms of appointment and conditions of service. Candidates appointed are not civil servants and will not be eligible for posting, promotion or transfer to any posts in the civil service.
4. The entry pay, terms of appointment and conditions of service to be offered are subject to the provisions prevailing at the time the offer of appointment is made.
5. Where a large number of candidates meet the specified entry requirements, the recruiting department may devise shortlisting criteria to select the better qualified candidates for further processing. In these circumstances, only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend recruitment interview.
6. It is Government policy to place people with a disability in appropriate jobs wherever possible. If a disabled candidate meets the entry requirements, he/she will be invited to attend recruitment interview without being subject to further shortlisting. Applicants who have declared disabilities found suitable for appointment may be given an appropriate degree of preference over other applicants whose suitability for appointment is considered comparable to that of the former. The Government policy and other related measures on employment of persons with disabilities are set out in the booklet “Employ People Based on Their Abilities – Application for Government Jobs by Persons with Disabilities” which is available for reference on the Civil Service Bureau's website at https://www.csb.gov.hk under “Administration of the Civil Service – Appointments”.
7. Holders of academic qualifications other than those obtained from Hong Kong institutions/Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority may also apply but their qualifications will be subject to assessments on equivalence with the required entry qualifications.
8. Non-civil service vacancies information contained in this column is also available on the GovHK website on the Internet at https://www.gov.hk.
9. Towards the application deadline, our on-line system would likely be overloaded due to large volume of applications. To ensure timely completion of your on-line application, it is advisable to submit the application as early as possible.

Application must be made on Application Form G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023) which is obtainable from any Home Affairs Enquiry Centre of District Offices, Home Affairs Department or any Job Centres of the Employment Services Division, Labour Department. The said form can also be downloaded from the Civil Service Bureau's website (https://www.csb.gov.hk).

The new version of application form for Government jobs G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023) has been in use with effect from 26 July 2023. Candidates who apply for Government jobs advertised on or after 26 July 2023 should use the new G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023). If candidates submit the old version form (G.F. 340 (Rev. 3/2013)), they will be required to fill in the new G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023) afresh and submit it within seven days upon request. If candidates fail to submit the new G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023) within the stipulated deadline, their applications will not be processed further.

Applications submitted in person or by post should reach the Recruitment Team, Civil Aviation Department, Level 6, Office Building, Civil Aviation Department Headquarters, 1 Tung Fai Road, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau, Hong Kong not later than 17 July 2025. Candidates must state clearly results of all subjects obtained in public examinations on the application forms or a separate sheet attached to the applications. Please specify the title of the post being applied for on the envelope. To avoid delayed or unsuccessful delivery of applications by post, please ensure that the correct address is clearly printed or written on the envelope and sufficient postage has been affixed before posting. Mail items bearing insufficient postage will not be delivered to this Department and will be returned to the sender or disposed of by the Hongkong Post, where appropriate. Applicants will bear any consequences arising from paying insufficient postage. The postmark date on the envelope will be regarded as the date of application. Applicants may also apply online through the Civil Service Bureau’s website (https://www.csb.gov.hk).

Applications which are late, incomplete, or submitted by fax or email will not be accepted. At this stage of application, all applicants are not required to attach any originals/copies of diplomas/certificates, transcripts and other qualification documents issued by the academic and professional institutions.

Applicants who are selected for interview will normally receive an invitation (by email) in about 6 to 8 weeks from the closing date for application. Invitation will be issued via email. Please ensure email address is accurately provided. Those who are not invited for interview may assume that their applications are unsuccessful.

1. 1. have Level 3 or equivalent (See Note 1) or above in five subjects, with at least one of them being Mathematics, Geography, Physics, Information and Communication Technology or Aviation Studies, in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSEE) (See Note 2), or equivalent; or
   2. have a pass in two subjects at Advanced Level in the Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (HKALE) and Grade C/Level 3 (See Note 3) or above in three other subjects in the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE) (See Note 2) with at least one of them being Mathematics, Geography, Physics or Computer Studies, or equivalent;
2. have met the language proficiency requirements of Level 3 (See Note 3) or above in English Language and Level 2 (See Note 3) or above in Chinese Language in HKDSEE or HKCEE, or equivalent;
3. have a current Hong Kong Air Traffic Controller Licence;
4. have at least five years of post-licence work experience in performing air traffic control duties; and
5. be able to communicate effectively in English.

1. "Attained with Distinction" in Applied Learning subjects (subject to a maximum of two Applied Learning subjects), and Grade C in Other Language subjects in the HKDSEE are accepted as equivalent to Level 3 in the New Senior Secondary subjects in the HKDSEE. “Attained” in Applied Learning subjects (subject to a maximum of two Applied Learning subjects), and Grade E in Other Language subjects in the HKDSEE are accepted as equivalent to Level 2 in the New Senior Secondary subjects in the HKDSEE.
2. The subjects may include Chinese Language and English Language.
3. "Grade C" and "Grade E" in Chinese Language and English Language (Syllabus B) in the HKCEE before 2007 are accepted administratively as comparable to "Level 3" and "Level 2" respectively in Chinese Language and English Language in the 2007 HKCEE and henceforth.

1. To provide support to air traffic control (ATC) operations and services in Hong Kong International Airport Aerodrome Tower.
2. To control aircraft flying in the Aerodrome Traffic Zone, aircraft landing and taking-off.
3. To control all aircraft and vehicles on the runway.
4. To control aircraft operating on the manoeuvring area.
5. To monitor and resolve any track deviation of aircraft operating within Aerodrome sector.
6. To control non-Instrument Flight Rules traffic, including flight information and alerting service, within the Control Zones and Uncontrolled Airspace Reporting Areas.
7. To perform operational ATC duties* including supervising the provision of ATC service by air traffic controllers undergoing training.

Contract Air Traffic Control Officer (Aerodrome) is required to work shifts on a 24-hour basis.

[*Contract Air Traffic Control Officer (Aerodrome) is required to be medically fit to International Civil Aviation Organisation standards for Air Traffic Control Officers (Further information can be found on Civil Aviation Department website at https://www.cad.gov.hk).]

1. Candidates must be permanent residents of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region at the time of appointment unless specified otherwise.
2. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, the Government is committed to eliminating discrimination in employment. The vacancy advertised is open to all applicants meeting the basic entry requirement irrespective of their disability, sex, marital status, pregnancy, age, family status, sexual orientation and race.
3. Non-civil service vacancies are not posts on the civil service establishment. Candidates appointed are not on civil service terms of appointment and conditions of service. Candidates appointed are not civil servants and will not be eligible for posting, promotion or transfer to any posts in the civil service.
4. The entry pay, terms of appointment and conditions of service to be offered are subject to the provisions prevailing at the time the offer of appointment is made.
5. Where a large number of candidates meet the specified entry requirements, the recruiting department may devise shortlisting criteria to select the better qualified candidates for further processing. In these circumstances, only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend recruitment examination and/or interview.
6. It is Government policy to place people with a disability in appropriate jobs wherever possible. If a disabled candidate meets the entry requirements, he/she will be invited to attend the selection interview/written examination without being subject to further shortlisting. Applicants who have declared disabilities found suitable for appointment may be given an appropriate degree of preference over other applicants whose suitability for appointment is considered comparable to that of the former. The Government policy and other related measures on employment of persons with disabilities are set out in the booklet "Employ People Based on Their Abilities – Application for Government Jobs by Persons with Disabilities" which is available for reference on the Civil Service Bureau's website at https://www.csb.gov.hk under "Administration of the Civil Service – Appointments".
7. Holders of academic qualifications other than those obtained from Hong Kong institutions/Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority may also apply but their qualifications will be subject to assessments on equivalence with the required entry qualifications.
8. Non-civil service vacancies information contained in this column is also available on the GovHK website on the Internet at https://www.gov.hk.
9. Towards the application deadline, our on-line system would likely be overloaded due to large volume of applications. To ensure timely completion of your on-line application, it is advisable to submit the application as early as possible.

The new version of application form for Government jobs G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023) has been in use with effect from 26 July 2023. Candidates who apply for Government jobs advertised on or after 26 July 2023 should use the new G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023). If candidates submit the old version form (G.F. 340 (Rev. 3/2013)), they will be required to fill in the new G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023) afresh and submit it within seven days upon request. If candidates fail to submit the new G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023) within the stipulated deadline, their applications will not be processed further.

Applications submitted in person or by post should reach the Recruitment Team, Civil Aviation Department, Level 6, Office Building, Civil Aviation Department Headquarters, 1 Tung Fai Road, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau, Hong Kong not later than 7 November 2024 (Thursday). Candidates must state clearly results of all subjects obtained in public examinations on the application forms or a separate sheet attached to the applications. Please specify the title of the post being applied for on the envelope. To avoid delayed or unsuccessful delivery of applications by post, please ensure that the correct address is clearly printed or written on the envelope and sufficient postage has been affixed before posting. Mail items bearing insufficient postage will not be delivered to this Department and will be returned to the sender or disposed of by the Hongkong Post, where appropriate. Applicants will bear any consequences arising from paying insufficient postage. The postmark date on the envelope will be regarded as the date of application. Applicants may also apply online through the Civil Service Bureau’s website (https://www.csb.gov.hk).

Applications which are late, incomplete, or submitted by fax or email will not be accepted. At this stage of application, all applicants are not required to attach any originals/copies of diplomas/certificates, transcripts and other qualification documents issued by the academic and professional institutions.

Applicants who are selected for interview will normally receive an invitation (by email) in about 6 to 8 weeks from the closing date for application. Invitation will be issued via email. Please ensure email address is accurately provided. Those who are not invited for interview may assume that their applications are unsuccessful.

General Requirements:

Candidates should be :

1. permanent residents of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region who are currently enrolled in full-time course of post-secondary institutions in or outside Hong Kong;
2. students who have completed the first, the second or the third year of study; and
3. students who are not studying in or have just completed the final year of study before the internship period commences.

 (1)

Job Title

Summer Intern (Administration)

Entry Requirements :

Applicants should :

1. be students majoring in any subjects;
2. have good command in written and spoken English and Chinese;
3. have good knowledge of computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft office applications; and
4. have interest in aviation.

Duties :

Summer Interns (Administration) are mainly deployed to:

1. assist in conducting review/research, including data compilation and analysis;
2. assist in the development and implementation of systems;
3. assist in records management;
4. assist in monitoring compliance by checking documents and follow up on documentation; and
5. provide administrative support.

 (2)

Job Title

Summer Intern (Technical Support)

Entry Requirements :

Applicants should :

1. be students normally majoring in Information Technology / Information Engineering / Information System / Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Computer Programming / Statistics / Engineering / Electronics Engineering / Aviation Management / Aeronautical Engineering / Aerospace / Aviation-related subject;
2. have good command in written and spoken English and Chinese;
3. have good knowledge of computer skills, programming and database management; and
4. have interest in aviation.

Duties :

 Summer Interns (Technical Support) are mainly deployed to :

1. assist in conducting study/research, including statistical analysis and developing new data analytical model;
2. provide technical logistics support in data management, records management and enhancement of systems; and
3. assist in devising digitization and enhancement initiatives.

Allowance :

HK$11,200 per month

Terms of Appointment :

Summer interns are engaged under non-civil service appointment. The employment period will last for about two months between July and August 2025. They are normally required to work 44 hours per week, inclusive of meal break.

Fringe Benefits :

Rest days, statutory holidays, general holidays and sickness days, where appropriate, will be granted to successful candidates in line with the provisions in the Employment Ordinance (Cap. 57). They are subject to the Mandatory Provident Fund Scheme Ordinance (Cap. 485).

Contact Address :

Recruitment Team, Civil Aviation Department, Level 6, Office Building, Civil Aviation Department Headquarters, 1 Tung Fai Road, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau, Hong Kong

Enquiry Telephone :

2910 6607

Closing Date :

14 April 2025 at 23:59 Hong Kong Time

General Notes :

1. Candidates must be permanent residents of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region at the time of appointment unless specified otherwise.
2. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, the Government is committed to eliminating discrimination in employment. The vacancy advertised is open to all applicants meeting the basic entry requirement irrespective of their disability, sex, marital status, pregnancy, age, family status, sexual orientation and race.
3. Summer interns are not posts on the civil service establishment. Candidates appointed are not on civil service terms of appointment and conditions of service. Candidates appointed are not civil servants and will not be eligible for posting, promotion or transfer to any posts in the Civil Service.
4. The allowance payable, terms of appointment and conditions of service to be offered are subject to the provisions prevailing at the time the offer of appointment is made.
5. Where a large number of candidates meet the specified entry requirements, the recruiting department may devise shortlisting criteria to select the better qualified candidates for further processing. In these circumstances, only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend recruitment examination and/or interview.
6. It is Government policy to place people with a disability in appropriate jobs wherever possible. If a disabled candidate meets the entry requirements, he/she will be invited to attend the selection interview/written examination without being subject to further shortlisting. Applicants who have declared disabilities found suitable for appointment may be given an appropriate degree of preference over other applicants whose suitability for appointment is considered comparable to that of the former. The Government policy and other related measures on employment of persons with disabilities are set out in the booklet “Employ People Based on Their Abilities – Application for Government Jobs by Persons with Disabilities” which is available for reference on the Civil Service Bureau's website at https://www.csb.gov.hk under “Administration of the Civil Service – Appointments”

How to apply :

1. Hong Kong students studying in local post-secondary institutions should apply through the Student Affairs Offices/Career Centres of their respective institutions. They are advised to note the deadlines set by the respective institutions.
2. Students studying in non-local post-secondary institutions should download and complete the following documents -
   
   1. The application form; and
      
   2. The questionnaire on Academic Qualification，
      
   
   and send them with a copy of the academic certificates and official transcripts to the contact address listed above or email to summer_intern@cad.gov.hk on or before the application deadline.
3. Applications that are incomplete or without the above required supporting documents will not be further processed.
4. The Job Title must be clearly marked on the application form. Each applicant can apply for one post only. If an applicant applies for more than one post, all his/her applications will not be considered.
5. Students will normally need to attend a selection interview to be held tentatively in May 2025 in Hong Kong.
6. Those who are not invited for interview may assume that their applications are unsuccessful.