Aviation Safety Manager — Hybrid Role with Growth & Benefits

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks an Aviation Safety Manager to lead our SMS, ensuring compliance with ICAO/EASA/FAA standards and promoting a proactive safety culture across operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in aviation safety, strong auditing, investigation, training, and KPI reporting skills, plus the ability to work in a hybrid on-site/remote setup. Experience with regulatory liaison and data analysis is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Safety Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aviation safety management, operations, or related regulatory role.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing Safety Management Systems (SMS).
• In-depth knowledge of aviation safety regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in conducting safety audits and risk assessments.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the SMS in accordance with aviation regulations (ICAO Annex 19, EASA, FAA).
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments across operations.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses; determine root causes and preventative actions.
• Establish and maintain a proactive safety reporting system and just culture.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs for all staff levels.
• Monitor SPIs and KPIs; provide regular reports to management and authorities.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and stakeholders on safety matters.
• Promote a strong safety culture through leadership and engagement.

Skills

Aviation safety management

Safety audits

Risk assessment

Data analysis

Stakeholder influence

Training delivery

Regulatory knowledge

Investigations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management or related field

Tools

Excel

Regulatory reporting systems

Job description

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks an Aviation Safety Manager to lead our SMS, ensuring compliance with ICAO/EASA/FAA standards and promoting a proactive safety culture across operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in aviation safety, strong auditing, investigation, training, and KPI reporting skills, plus the ability to work in a hybrid on-site/remote setup. Experience with regulatory liaison and data analysis is highly valued.