Tevita Fotu
Brisbane,Australia
Summary
A seasoned aviation professional with extensive experience in quality assurance, safety management, and regulatory compliance. Demonstrates strong leadership in overseeing quality management systems, performing internal audits, executing root cause investigations, and delivering compliance-based training. Skilled at driving continuous improvement initiatives within highly regulated aviation environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Manager
Air Terminal Services (Tonga) Limited
05.2023 - 04.2025
- Quality Management Systems: Developed, implemented, and maintained comprehensive quality and reliability processes, mirroring the oversight required at a high-standard facility.
- Internal Audits & Investigations: Coordinated regular process evaluations, identified recurring issues, and recommended corrective actions—skills transferable to managing internal audits and root cause analysis investigations.
- Team Leadership: Hired, trained, and managed quality assurance staff; conducted performance evaluations and managed corrective actions to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Civil Aviation Officer – Airworthiness
Ministry of Infrastructure
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Regulatory Compliance: Evaluated aircraft maintenance programs, conducted ramp surveillance, and ensured adherence to airworthiness protocols aligned with CASA and other regulatory frameworks.
- Investigative Oversight: Executed detailed investigations to assess compliance with safety directives and issued recommendations, laying the groundwork for robust risk and change management processes.
ATS Instructor – OJTI/CHK
Tonga Airports Limited
11.2015 - 09.2021
- Training & Compliance: Designed and delivered training curricula, led proficiency assessments, and ensured that operational practices met strict regulatory standards.
- Quality Improvement: Developed performance evaluation instruments and contributed to process enhancements, reinforcing a culture of continuous improvement and safety.
Education
Graduate Certificate & Master of Aviation Management -
Griffith University
06.2026
Safety Lead Auditors Course -
Southpac Aerospace
09.2023
Air Traffic Management Safety Investigation & Analysis -
Singapore Aviation Academy
12.2021
ATS Instructor Upgrade -
Tonga Airports Limited
01.2021
SMS Implementation Course -
Airways Limited NZ
03.2020
Skills
- Quality Management Systems
- Auditing
- Regulatory Compliance
- Safety Compliance
- Aviation Regulatory Frameworks
- ISO Standards
- Safety Management System
- Root Cause Analysis
- Analytical Tools
- Risk Management
- Change Management
- Leadership
- Training
- Effective Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Computer Literacy
- Quality Management Software
- Microsoft Office Suite
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with the Management team to develop the ISAGO Accreditation Project
- Achieved ISAGO Accreditation by completing the ISAGO Audit with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved SMS implementation by introducing the SERA system for reporting incidents & Accidents.
Languages
English
Tongan
Timeline
Quality Assurance Manager
Air Terminal Services (Tonga) Limited
05.2023 - 04.2025
Civil Aviation Officer – Airworthiness
Ministry of Infrastructure
09.2021 - 05.2023
ATS Instructor – OJTI/CHK
Tonga Airports Limited
11.2015 - 09.2021
Safety Lead Auditors Course -
Southpac Aerospace
Air Traffic Management Safety Investigation & Analysis -
Singapore Aviation Academy
ATS Instructor Upgrade -
Tonga Airports Limited
SMS Implementation Course -
Airways Limited NZ
Graduate Certificate & Master of Aviation Management -
Griffith University
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