ANS SMS Specialist / Safety Specialist

Flightjobs / DVV Media; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aviation in the UAE is seeking a Safety Manager to support the Air Navigation Services' Safety Management System. The role includes oversight of SMS, conducting safety audits, and collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance aviation safety standards. Ideal candidates will possess a valid ATC license, extensive experience in safety management, and strong proficiency in English, with knowledge of Arabic considered an advantage. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to aviation safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as an ATCO, preferably at a busy, international airport.
• Air Traffic Control license with validated Aerodrome or Approach Surveillance ratings.
• Certificated training in SMS from a recognized provider (ICAO, IATA, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Support the ANS SMS Manager in maintaining oversight of the SMS.
• Conduct ATS investigations and trend analysis.
• Prepare and disseminate periodic safety performance reports.

Skills

English language proficiency

Knowledge of Arabic

IT proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Procedures relevant to ANS SMS

Safety Investigation

Education

Higher secondary school certificate

University Diploma or Degree in safety, quality, or aviation-related subjects

Tools

MS SharePoint

MS Teams

Job description

To support the Air Navigation Services (ANS) Safety Management System (SMS) Manager and Deputy Manager in the development, maintenance, and implementation of an effective SMS across the ANS.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Support the ANS SMS Manager in maintaining oversight of the SMS on behalf of the accountable manager.
2. Conduct ATS investigations and trend analysis to identify safety risks within the organization and in conjunction with external agencies, contractors, and stakeholders as appropriate.
3. Develop recommendations to address identified safety risks and collaborate with relevant departments for mitigation.
4. Perform / facilitate hazard identification and safety risk analysis in accordance with the SMS.
5. Assist all departments in development and oversight of unit safety cases and other safety assurance activities.
6. Conduct internal operations and safety audits for internal oversight and in preparation for regulatory audits.
7. Work in close collaboration with key stakeholders to provide additional oversight, assistance, and guidance as directed by line management.
8. Facilitate and participate in key internal and external safety meetings as per regulatory and company requirements.
9. Prepare and disseminate periodic reports on the organization's safety performance in accordance with customer and regulatory requirements.
10. Maintain safety records, data, and documentation in accordance with applicable aviation regulations and organizational policies.
11. Ensure safety training and promotion for all staff is delivered in compliance with regulatory requirements and reinforces a robust safety culture.
12. Monitor aviation industry safety concerns and initiatives to ensure leading-edge service delivery of safety management best practices.
13. Perform any additional responsibilities as directed by the ANS SMS Manager to support ANS operations, projects, and departmental objectives.

Educational Qualifications

• Higher secondary school certificate (Essential).
• University Diploma or Degree in safety, quality, or aviation-related subjects (Preferable).

Professional Certifications

• Air Traffic Control license with validated Aerodrome or Approach Surveillance ratings (preferably both).
• Certificated training in SMS from a recognized training provider (e.g., ICAO, IATA, IACT, GCAS, or equivalent).
• ATM Incident Investigation Course conforming to ATS Safety Investigator requirements of the GCAA (Preferable).
• Aviation Human Factors or Threat and Error Management Course (Preferable).
• Endorsement as an OJTI, Examiner, or Training Officer (or equivalent) (Preferable).

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as an ATCO, preferably at a busy, international airport.
• Experience within an aviation Safety Management Department or regulatory authority (preferable).
• Experience conducting internal audits and safety investigations within an ANS environment (preferable).
• At least 2 years of professional experience in aviation in the UAE (Preferable).

Special Technical Skills

• High standard of English language proficiency, both written and verbal, to produce technical reports and communicate complex aviation safety matters.
• Knowledge of Arabic is preferred.
• Working knowledge of GCAA Civil Aviation Regulations and ICAO documents related to ANS and its safety management, including ICAO Doc 9859.
• IT proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint; MS SharePoint and Teams experience is preferable.
• Procedures and systems relevant to the application of ANS SMS.
• Legal, Regulatory & Quality Compliance.
• Safety Investigation and Safety Assurance, including Audit and Inspection activities.