Aviation Safety Officer, Flight Ops & SMS Leader

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Híbrido; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

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Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks an Aviation Safety Officer for Stellenbosch, Western Cape, to oversee SMS development, risk assessments, and safety investigations. The role ensures SACAA and ICAO compliance while fostering a proactive safety culture across flight operations and ground handling.

You will conduct audits, deliver safety training, monitor regulatory changes, and prepare management reports. A strong safety background and excellent communication are essential in this dynamic aviation environment.

Formación

• Minimum 5 years in aviation safety management or related field.
• Strong understanding of SMS principles and application.
• Knowledge of SACAA regulations and ICAO standards.
• Experience in safety investigations and root cause analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, implement, and maintain the organization's SMS.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments of flight operations and ground handling.
• Investigate safety occurrences, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs to flight and ground crew.
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure compliance.
• Promote a positive safety culture through engagement and communication.
• Maintain safety records and documentation.
• Prepare safety performance reports for senior management.
• Liaise with aviation authorities and stakeholders on safety matters.
• Manage the incident reporting system and follow-up on corrective actions.

Conocimientos

SMS principles

Risk assessment

Safety investigations

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

MS Office

Safety software

Educación

Tertiary qualification in Aviation Management or Safety

Herramientas

SMS software

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 seeks an Aviation Safety Officer for Stellenbosch, Western Cape, to oversee SMS development, risk assessments, and safety investigations. The role ensures SACAA and ICAO compliance while fostering a proactive safety culture across flight operations and ground handling.

You will conduct audits, deliver safety training, monitor regulatory changes, and prepare management reports. A strong safety background and excellent communication are essential in this dynamic aviation environment.