Head of Safety

Serco; Sharjah; On-site; AED 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco seeks a Head of Safety for Sharjah Airport to ensure the implementation of safety protocols in aviation. This role involves managing safety incidents, compliance with aviation standards, and fostering a strong safety culture among staff to enhance operational integrity and safety at the airport. Join us to contribute to a safety-first environment in aviation.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of aviation regulations and standards.
• Expert knowledge in aviation safety and incident management.
• ATC operational experience at managerial level.

Responsibilities

• Act as the designated ANS Safety Manager according to National Civil Aviation Regulations.
• Advise on safety-related issues and manage safety culture among staff.
• Oversee investigation of ATC-related incidents and compliance with quality management.

Skills

Safety Management Systems

Aviation Safety

Incident Investigation

Compliance Programs

Quality Management

Education

Knowledge of UAE GCAA CAR’s and ICAO Standards

Job description

Your Opportunity

The Head of Safety’s (HoS) role is required to investigate all Air Navigation Services (ANS) related incidents at Sharjah Airport and to implement measures to avoid incidents and accidents at Sharjah.

In addition, they are to ensure that a robust Safety Management System is maintained in Sharjah ANS. The overriding goal of the Head of Safety is to engender a safe and just culture at Sharjah ANS and to encourage this approach to safety incidents.

Serco has a profound understanding of the region, having been operating in the Middle East since 1947, where it delivers essential public services to customers in the UAE on behalf of governments, semi-governments and large private corporations. Be part of our journey to shape the future of public service.

This role will be based in Sharjah Airport.

Key accountabilities

• To act as the designated ANS Safety Manager for the purposes on National Civil Aviation Regulations;
• To ensure compliance with the Unit Quality Management System (QMS) with support from the Head of Quality (HoQ);
• To advise Sharjah DCA, Head of Operations (HoO) and AIS Lead on all safety related issues;
• To manage the investigation of ATC related incidents and accidents occurring at Sharjah ANS guidelines (Management Manual);
• To build and maintain a strong Safety Culture and Just Culture amongst Management and staff at Sharjah;
• To drive the maintenance and development of the Aviation Safety Management Systems and to advise Sharjah DCA on this matter;
• To review the overall performance of Sharjah, specifically by monitoring the performance of Sharjah in relation to its identified target levels of safety;
• To communicate with the Sharjah DCA as required in relation to incidents which have occurred at Sharjah;
• To drive the maintenance and development of the Aviation Safety Management Systems and to advise Sharjah DCA on this matter;
• To review the overall performance of Sharjah, specifically by monitoring the performance of Sharjah in relation to its identified target levels of safety;
• To communicate with the Sharjah DCA as required in relation to incidents which have occurred at Sharjah;

Specific requirements

• Comprehensive knowledge of UAE GCAA CAR’s, ICAO and Serco Middle East ASAG Standards and Recommended Practices pertaining to the operations and delivery of ATS and Safety Management;
• Expert Knowledge on Aviation Safety & Quality Management and Investigation.
• ATC Operational experience do you have at managerial level
• Experience in the implementation and maintenance of a standards and compliance programme

Join Us

At Serco, we believe there is a place here for everyone. A place where you can bring your authentic self to work every day. Our workplace culture is one that embraces diversity and fosters equity, respect, and belonging for every individual. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and creating an inclusive environment that proudly celebrates the perspectives and backgrounds that each of our employees bring to work every day.

Join Serco and be part of a values-driven organization that invests in the development and well-being of its employees and offers a rewarding and fulfilling career.