Aviation Safety & SMS Lead (Helideck)

Kintec Global Recruitment; Esbjerg; On-site; DKK 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kintec Global Recruitment seeks an Aviation Safety Manager to lead the SMS for all helideck operations in Danish waters. Based in Esbjerg, Denmark, you will ensure compliance with BL 3-18 and Danish CAA requirements while driving a positive safety culture.

This role demands expert knowledge of SMS, risk assessment, incident investigation, and change management in a fast-moving offshore environment. Fluency in English and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of Danish BL 3-18 and related regulations.
• Understanding of ICAO Annex 19 and SMS principles.
• Experience with risk assessment and safety analysis methodologies.
• Incident investigation techniques.
• Understanding of human factors and safety culture.
• Good listening skills, communication skills, and decision-making ability.
• Significant change management experience, and the ability to deal with multiple tasks simultaneously in a high volume of constantly changing activities.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Aviation SMS across helideck operations.
• Ensure SMS covers four pillars: Safety Policy, Risk Management, Safety Assurance, and Safety Promotion.
• Obtain and maintain Danish CAA SMS approval.
• Create and maintain SMS documentation including safety manual and procedures.
• Integrate SMS with existing company management systems.
• Support the use of the IQSMS system and related training and processes.
• Develop and deliver SMS training for all levels of the organization.
• Create safety awareness programs in Danish and English.
• Conduct specialized training for helideck operations personnel (HLOs, assistants, radio operators).
• Promote positive safety culture through campaigns and communications.
• Lead incident investigations per Danish requirements.
• Coordinate with authorities during serious occurrences.

Skills

BL 3-18 knowledge

SMS principles

risk assessment

incident investigation

human factors

communication skills

change management

English fluency

Job description

Kintec Global Recruitment seeks an Aviation Safety Manager to lead the SMS for all helideck operations in Danish waters. Based in Esbjerg, Denmark, you will ensure compliance with BL 3-18 and Danish CAA requirements while driving a positive safety culture.

This role demands expert knowledge of SMS, risk assessment, incident investigation, and change management in a fast-moving offshore environment. Fluency in English and strong communication are essential.