Cargo Operations Safety & Compliance Manager - UK & Ireland

Air Canada; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major North American airline is seeking a Safety and Compliance Manager for their Cargo operations in London. The role focuses on ensuring adherence to safety standards and managing Health & Safety procedures at Cargo facilities. Candidates should possess prior experience in a management role, preferably within cargo operations, and be NEBOSH qualified. The position supports a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in an operational environment, 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Cargo experience preferred.
• Fluent in English with strong written and oral skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety standards at Cargo facilities.
• Manage Health & Safety documentation and procedures.
• Conduct station audits and manage corrective actions.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Risk Assessment

Teamwork

Education

NEBOSH qualification

UK DFT Security Manager Level G

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Being part of Air Canada is to become part of an iconic Canadian symbol, recently ranked the best Airline in North America. Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and vibrant team at the leading edge of passenger aviation.

To be responsible for the implementation and compliance of all aspects of Safety and Operational Compliance for our Cargo activities in the UK & Ireland. The role is accountable for all Operational and Occupational Safety at our Cargo facilities, including our outsourced 3rd party locations. Supporting the Manager - Cargo Operations, UK&I, the role will ensure Air Canada remain compliant with both regulatory and company standards.

Responsibilities:

• Safety
• Management of Health & Safety procedures and requirements within Cargo at LHR
• Manage and maintain H&S documentation to ensure regulatory compliance (Risk Assessments, Fire Emergency Plan etc.)
• Ensure company procedures are adhered to and safety protocols are followed
• Monitor the delivery of operational safety in accordance with Air Canada's safety standards, policies and procedures which includes emergency response and environmental plans
• Lead and embed IOSA standards and the application of SMS within each respective operation
• Investigate any reported safety incidents within the region and submit Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA) where necessary
• Organise and assist with staff training where necessary
• Complete regular Workplace Inspections with Union H&S representatives
• Responsible for organising regular H&S meetings with applicable stakeholders
• Organise and record fire drills as per regulatory requirements
• Develop appropriate CAPA response to any station audit findings within regions.
• Conduct station audits to ensure safety compliance
• Operational delivery / Compliance
• Management of quality procedures and requirements within Cargo facility at LHR
• Monitor compliance and delivery of agreed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and KPI performance.
• Ensure delivery of agreed operational service levels at all relevant locations
• Monitor operational Cargo iQ Measures
• Service Failure Resolution
• Manage and ensuring compliance with Border Force Temporary Storage (ITSF) requirements
• Provide support and guidance to the Operations team where required
• Conduct investigations in line with company disciplinary procedures
• Conduct audits to ensure SOP compliance
• Oversee station audits that are conducted by regulatory authorities such as Animal & Plant Health Agency, Environmental Health Agency, Health & Safety Executive and Border Force etc.
• Assist with follow up and corrective actions for any Audit findings at applicable GHAs

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years working in an operational environment, with at least 2 years at a management/supervisory level , Cargo experience would be an asset
• Qualified to UK DFT Security Manager Level G (asset)
• NEBOSH qualified (asset)
• Ability to communicate at a broad range of levels
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills
• Relationship building skills
• Ability to make decisions under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to assess, calibrate and take calculated risks
• Proficient user of MS Office Suite applications
• Collaborative team player
• Confident in own judgment and capable of justifying it retrospectively

Conditions of Employment:

• Candidates must be eligible to work in the country of interest, at the time any offer of employment is made and seeking any required work permits/visas or other authorizations which may be required is the sole responsibility of the candidates applying for this position.

Linguistic Requirements

Fluent in English language, oral and written. French and other languages are an asset.

Diversity and Inclusion

Air Canada is strongly committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding work environment which highlights employees' unique contributions to our company's success.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our customers, and communities, in which we live and serve.

Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest; however only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted