Aviation Safety & Quality Leader

Texel Air Limited; Māngere-Ōtāhuhu; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Texel Air Limited in Auckland, New Zealand seeks a Director of Safety & Quality reporting to the Chief Executive. You will implement and continuously improve the Safety Management System (SMS), provide independent safety advice, and oversee regulatory compliance activities across NZCAA Part 119/Part 145 functions.

You will lead the Flight Safety Officer, Occurrence Investigators and Auditors, manage the safety department, and coordinate with external stakeholders to maintain high safety

Qualifications

• Lead auditing qualification and SMS/QA qualifications from a recognised training organisation or tertiary institution.
• At least 5 years' aviation safety management experience; CEO may waive this.
• In-depth knowledge of NZ Civil Aviation Regulations and aircraft/maintenance operations.
• Ability to meet fit and proper requirements for NZ CAA senior person under Part 119/Part 145.
• Strong leadership, communication, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Aviation or business-related degree is desirable but not essential. Cargo ops experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the SMS, manuals and safety procedures.
• Lead hazard identification, risk assessments, safety investigations and corrective actions.
• Oversee safety reporting and Flight Data Monitoring processes.
• Monitor safety performance and report to CEO and Safety Review Board.
• Maintain the Emergency Response Plan and coordinate training with Training Director.
• Deliver SMS induction and ongoing safety communications across the business.
• Liaise with NZCAA and external stakeholders on safety and regulatory matters.
• Lead the Safety Department's people, resources and budget; support WHS initiatives.

Skills

Lead auditing

SMS/QA

Aviation safety

Education

Aviation or business degree

Job description

Texel Air Limited in Auckland, New Zealand seeks a Director of Safety & Quality reporting to the Chief Executive. You will implement and continuously improve the Safety Management System (SMS), provide independent safety advice, and oversee regulatory compliance activities across NZCAA Part 119/Part 145 functions.

You will lead the Flight Safety Officer, Occurrence Investigators and Auditors, manage the safety department, and coordinate with external stakeholders to maintain high safety