Senior Manager QHSE

Jet Aviation Inc.; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jet Aviation in Paris is seeking a dynamic Senior Manager QHSE to drive the Safety Management System (SMS) across its European FBO network. Based in Paris, you will lead safety, quality and environmental initiatives with cross-border teams.

You will partner with regulators, deliver training, analyze performance data, and embed a future-focused safety culture across the organisation. Fluent French and English, 5+ years in aviation Q/EHS and SMS expertise are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or similar.
• 5+ years’ experience in Q/EHS roles within aviation or related industries.
• Proven leadership experience in quality and safety (minimum 2 years).
• Fluent in French and English.
• Deep expertise in Safety Management Systems (SMS) (Part ARGH, ISBAH or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of French EHS. Knowledge of Aviation FBO regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own and improve the SMS aligned with aviation standards.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with French EHS and European frameworks.
• Drive cross-network continuous improvement and practical process enhancements.
• Analyze Q/EHS data, identify trends, support decisions.
• Collaborate with local leaders to strengthen a proactive safety culture.
• Provide guidance and training on risk management and compliance.
• Lead regulator/auditor interactions with professional representation.
• Promote cross-border collaboration across a diverse team.

Skills

Bilingual FR-EN

SMS expertise

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Change management

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-cultural collaboration

Education

Engineering/Environmental/Safety degree

Job description

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Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to over 4,500 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Government Services, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers’ journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.

Position Summary

We are looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking Senior Manager QHSE across our European Fixed Base Operations (FBO) network. In this pivotal role, you will drive compliance with international standards (including Part ARGH) and French EHS regulations, while embedding a strong, future-focused culture of safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
Based in Paris, you will operate at a regional level, collaborating across borders and cultures to elevate standards and deliver operational excellence.

Your mission

• Own and continuously improve the Safety Management System (SMS) in line with aviation standards and best practices
• Ensure regulatory compliance, with strong oversight of French EHS requirements and relevant European frameworks
• Drive continuous improvement across the network, focusing on practical and effective process enhancements
• Analyze Q/EHS performance data, identify trends, and support informed decision-making
• Work closely with local leaders to strengthen a proactive and people-focused safety culture
• Act as a trusted advisor, providing clear guidance and training on risk management and compliance topics
• Lead interactions with regulators and auditors, ensuring professional and confident representation
• Promote alignment and collaboration across a multicultural and geographically distributed team

Your profile

• Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or similar
• 5+ years’ experience in Q/EHS roles within aviation or related industries
• Proven leadership experience in quality and safety (minimum 2 years)
• Fluent in French and English
• Deep expertise in Safety Management Systems (SMS) (Part ARGH, ISBAH or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of French EHS. Knowledge of Aviation FBO regulations is a plus.
• A track record of driving measurable improvement and operational excellence
• A modern leadership style, with high cultural intelligence and the ability to engage diverse teams
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, from frontline teams to senior stakeholders
• A data-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Experience leading transformation and change initiatives
• The ability to build trust and partnerships across internal and external stakeholders

If you are interested in a multicultural, challenging and innovative working environment and your profile matches our requirements, we are looking forward to receiving your online application in English.