Remote Aviation Safety Management SMS Expert

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting an experienced Aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS) Specialist for a fully remote role with a leading aviation safety consultancy. You will develop, implement, and maintain robust SMS programs for diverse clients, ensuring compliance with ICAO Annex 19, EASA, FAA and other international standards.

You will conduct hazard identifications, risk assessments, and develop SPIs while promoting a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Aerospace Engineering, Safety Management, or related field.
• 7+ years in developing, implementing, and managing Aviation SMS.
• In-depth knowledge of ICAO Annex 19, EASA, FAA SMS regulations, and other international safety standards.
• Proven experience in hazard identification, risk assessment, and safety assurance methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and investigative skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain SMS per ICAO Annex 19, EASA, FAA.
• Conduct hazard identifications and risk assessments (HIRA).
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and safety performance indicators (SPIs).
• Oversee safety reporting, investigations, and corrective actions tracking.
• Deliver safety training and promote a positive safety culture across clients.
• Conduct safety audits and surveys to assess SMS effectiveness.
• Prepare safety performance reports and recommendations for senior management.
• Stay current with evolving aviation safety regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Provide expert advice and consultation on SMS matters to clients.
• Facilitate safety review boards and safety action group meetings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Investigative skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder influence

Change management

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management

Tools

Safety management software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting an experienced Aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS) Specialist for a fully remote role with a leading aviation safety consultancy. You will develop, implement, and maintain robust SMS programs for diverse clients, ensuring compliance with ICAO Annex 19, EASA, FAA and other international standards.

You will conduct hazard identifications, risk assessments, and develop SPIs while promoting a strong safety culture.