As a Ground Lighting Officer, you will need to master following:

• airport lighting equipment
• apply airport standards and regulations
• artificial lighting systems
• differentiate between airfield lighting
• ensure functionality of airport lighting systems
• exert a goal-oriented leadership role towards colleagues
• follow airport safety procedures
• manage risk of lighting failure
• supervise routine maintenance of airport lighting systems
• train staff in quality procedures
• train staff in safety procedures
• work in an aviation team

More generally, a ground lighting officer is also versed in:

• develop strategy to solve problems
• electrical engineering
• electrical wiring plans
• give instructions to staff
• lead inspections
• make independent operating decisions
• manage staff
• meet deadlines
• produce airport lighting system reports

It also helps to know the following:

• cartography
• conduct quantitative research
• design customised maps
• identify airport safety hazards