Deputy Head of Safety and Compliance

TN United Kingdom; Biggin Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Deputy Head of Safety and Compliance to oversee safety management and compliance monitoring systems. This pivotal role involves facilitating hazard identification, conducting audits, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a solid background in safety and compliance, with a willingness to travel. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to maintaining the highest safety standards and making a significant impact in the aviation sector.

Qualifications

• Experience as Deputy Safety Manager and Compliance Monitoring Manager.
• Knowledge of Operational and Aircrew Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain safety management and compliance monitoring systems.
• Conduct audits and monitor compliance actions.

Skills

Hazard Identification

Risk Analysis

Safety Management

Compliance Monitoring

Communication Skills

Auditing

Education

Health and Safety Qualifications

Job description

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Deputy Head of Safety and Compliance, Biggin Hill

Client: VHR

Location: Biggin Hill, Gloucester, or Liskeard

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: bff39ef013cd

Job Views: 7

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

Deputy Head of Safety and Compliance

Reporting to the Head of Safety and Compliance, the role involves developing, administering, and maintaining an effective safety management and compliance monitoring system that meets Regulatory and Company Requirements. The Deputy will deputise for the Head in their absence, covering both Regulatory and Company responsibilities.

The main functions include:

• Facilitating hazard identification, risk analysis, and management.
• Monitoring the implementation of risk mitigation actions and corrective measures.
• Providing safety performance reports.
• Ensuring safety management training standards.
• Advising on safety matters.
• Participating in safety reports and investigations.
• Disseminating safety information and data.
• Conducting safety audits and reporting findings.
• Ensuring incident reporting and safety communication.

Compliance Monitoring responsibilities include:

• Maintaining the Internal Audit Plan and conducting audits.
• Monitoring audit responses and compliance actions.
• Reporting on compliance performance.
• Managing compliance documentation and external audits.
• Monitoring regulatory changes and ensuring procedural updates.

Candidate requirements:

• Experience as Deputy Safety Manager and Compliance Monitoring Manager.
• Knowledge of Operational, Aircrew, and Continuing Airworthiness Regulations.
• Strong communication skills and trained auditor with at least 2-5 years of safety and compliance experience.
• Experience with ISO and non-UK aviation approvals; health and safety qualifications are advantageous.
• Willingness to travel.