Remote Aviation Safety Compliance Officer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Remote work

Career development

Certifications support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote Aviation Safety Compliance Officer to ensure adherence to national and international aviation safety standards. This role supports global client operations from a remote location, with leadership on audits, SMS development, and risk mitigation.

You will conduct audits, develop safety management systems, investigate incidents, and deliver compliance reports, while training client personnel on best practices.

Qualifications

• Degree in Aviation Management, Safety, or related field.
• 5+ years in aviation safety or regulatory affairs.
• In-depth knowledge of aviation safety regulations and SMS principles.
• Experience conducting audits and risk assessments.
• Strong reporting and communication skills, with self-management for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits to assess regulatory compliance (SACAA, EASA, FAA).
• Develop, implement, and maintain SMS for clients.
• Investigate safety incidents, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare detailed compliance reports and present findings to management and regulators.
• Provide training and guidance on aviation safety protocols.

Skills

Aviation safety

Auditing

SMS implementation

Regulatory affairs

Education

Aviation Management degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent aviation consultancy, is seeking a proactive and diligent Remote Aviation Safety Compliance Officer , ideally accessible from Pretoria , to join their expanding team. This role is critical for ensuring adherence to national and international aviation safety regulations across various client operations. You will be responsible for conducting audits, developing safety management systems, and advising clients on best practices to maintain the highest safety standards. As a fully remote position, you will have the autonomy to manage your workload and contribute to aviation safety globally from your chosen location.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct internal and external audits to assess compliance with aviation safety regulations (e.g., SACAA, EASA, FAA).
• Develop, implement, and maintain Safety Management Systems (SMS) for clients.
• Investigate safety incidents and occurrences, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Prepare detailed compliance reports and present findings to senior management and regulatory bodies.
• Provide training and guidance to client personnel on aviation safety protocols and procedures.

Requirements

• A relevant degree in Aviation Management, Safety, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in aviation safety, compliance, or regulatory affairs.
• In-depth knowledge of aviation safety regulations and SMS principles.
• Experience in conducting audits and risk assessments.
• Strong analytical, report-writing, and communication skills, with excellent self-management capabilities for remote work.

Benefits

• Competitive remote salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Flexible working hours and remote work flexibility.
• Significant opportunities for career growth and professional certification.

Be a key contributor to enhancing aviation safety standards worldwide.