Aviation Safety Manager

Cetec Energy; Esbjerg; On-site; DKK 822,000 - 1,121,000; Full time

Job summary

Cetec Energy is seeking an Aviation Safety Manager to lead the SMS for offshore aviation operations in Danish waters. You will develop, implement and maintain the SMS, ensuring compliance with BL 3-18 and CAA regulations, and drive safety culture across the operation.

You will coordinate audits, manage incidents, deliver safety training in Danish and English, report KPIs, and maintain offshore presence with helicopter operators.

Qualifications

• Experience with Danish BL 3-18 regulations and ICAO SMS principles.
• Proven ability to perform risk assessments, safety analyses and investigations.
• Strong understanding of human factors and safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the Aviation Safety Management System (SMS) per Danish BL 3-18.
• Ensure SMS approval and ongoing compliance with Danish CAA regulations.
• Manage safety reporting, incident investigations and risk assessments.
• Maintain SMS documentation, procedures and safety processes.
• Develop and deliver safety training in Danish and English.
• Promote Just Culture and positive safety culture.
• Coordinate CAA audits, inspections and regulatory matters.
• Monitor safety performance, establish KPIs and report to the accountable manager.
• Maintain offshore presence and collaborate with helicopter operators and offshore personnel.

Skills

Danish BL 3-18 knowledge

ICAO Annex 19 knowledge

SMS risk assessments

Human factors understanding

English fluency

Job description

WE ARE HIRING: Aviation Safety Manager

Location: Esbjerg / Onshore, Denmark | Start: ASAP | Duration: 6–12 months

Are you an experienced Aviation Safety professional with strong knowledge of Danish aviation regulations and offshore helideck operations?

We are currently looking for an Aviation Safety Manager to support offshore aviation operations in Danish waters.

In this role, you will take responsibility for developing, implementing and maintaining the Aviation Safety Management System (SMS), ensuring compliance with Danish BL 3-18 requirements and Danish Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulations.

You will play a key role in strengthening the safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance and driving continuous improvement across offshore helideck operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the Aviation Safety Management System (SMS) in accordance with Danish BL 3-18.
• Ensure SMS approval and ongoing compliance with the Danish Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
• Manage safety reporting, incident investigations and risk assessments.
• Maintain and continuously improve SMS documentation, procedures and safety processes.
• Develop and deliver safety training and awareness programmes in Danish and English.
• Promote a positive safety culture and Just Culture principles.
• Coordinate CAA audits, inspections and regulatory matters.
• Monitor safety performance, establish KPIs and report to the accountable manager.
• Maintain regular offshore presence and collaborate with helicopter operators and offshore personnel.

Your Profile

• Expert knowledge of Danish BL 3-18 and relevant aviation regulations.
• Understanding of ICAO Annex 19 and Safety Management System (SMS) principles.
• Experience in risk assessments, safety analysis and incident investigations.
• Knowledge of human factors and safety culture.
• Strong communication, coordination and decision-making skills.
• Significant change management experience and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Position Details

• Position: Aviation Safety Manager
• Location: Onshore, Denmark
• Start date: ASAP
• Duration: 6–12 months
• Department: Logistics & Shore Operations

Join us and help strengthen aviation safety across offshore operations in Danish waters.