Assistant Safety Officer

The Recruitment Group; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK aviation engineering organisation is seeking an Aviation Safety Officer to manage safety reports and analyze safety data. This role is excellent for entry-level applicants with a passion for aviation and offers full training. Benefits include a competitive salary and private medical insurance. Candidates should possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, and be eligible for DBS clearance. Join a respected helicopter operation supporting civil and military customers.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)

Pension scheme

Share schemes and performance bonus

Employee purchase schemes

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in aviation, engineering, or safety is desirable or a strong interest for entry-level route.
• Understanding of CAA / MAA regulations and safety systems is beneficial.
• Eligible for DBS / BPSS clearance and able to travel within the UK.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assess safety reports, ensuring timely closure.
• Analyse safety data to identify trends and risks.
• Maintain and update safety documentation.
• Lead or support investigations into maintenance and operational occurrences.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies (CAA / MAA).
• Promote safety, quality, and compliance across the organisation.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Proactive approach

Job description

A leading UK aviation engineering organisation is seeking an Aviation Safety Officer to support and enhance its Safety Management System. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected helicopter operation supporting both civil and military customers.

Entry-level applicants with a strong interest in aviation, engineering, or related industries are encouraged to apply. An Assistant-level pathway with full training and development is available.

The Role

• Manage and assess safety reports, ensuring timely closure.
• Analyse safety data to identify trends and risks.
• Maintain and update safety documentation.
• Lead or support investigations into maintenance and operational occurrences.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies (CAA / MAA).
• Promote safety, quality, and compliance across the organisation.

About You

• Experience in aviation / engineering / safety is desirable or a strong interest for entry-level route.
• Understanding of CAA / MAA regulations and safety systems (SMS / QMS) is beneficial.
• Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach.
• Eligible for DBS / BPSS clearance and able to travel within the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)
• Pension scheme
• Share schemes and performance bonus
• Employee purchase schemes (tech, bikes, cars)
• Health and wellbeing benefits

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