Senior Aviation Safety Manager

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 2,496,000 - 3,494,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Remote work with tech support

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development allowance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Senior Aviation Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives and drive a zero-incident culture. This fully remote role focuses on developing, implementing, and overseeing Safety Management Systems across the organization, ensuring compliance with ICAO, EASA, and FAA standards.

You will lead audits, investigations, and training while promoting a proactive safety culture. You will collaborate with all departments to integrate safety into operations, analyze data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Safety Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in aviation safety management or operations.
• Proven expertise in developing and implementing Safety Management Systems (SMS).
• Strong knowledge of aviation regulations (ICAO, EASA, FAA) and safety standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and leadership abilities, particularly in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the organization's Safety Management System (SMS).
• Conduct regular risk assessments and safety audits to identify potential hazards and implement mitigation strategies.
• Investigate safety incidents, accidents, and near misses, determining root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs to all levels of staff.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and ensure compliance with all relevant aviation safety legislation.
• Promote a positive safety culture through communication, engagement, and leadership.
• Analyze safety data to identify trends and inform strategic safety improvements.

Skills

SMS development

Regulatory knowledge

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Leadership

Data analysis

Remote communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Safety Science, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Aviation Safety Manager to lead their safety initiatives. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to drive safety culture and compliance from anywhere. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive safety management systems (SMS) across the organization. Your expertise will be critical in ensuring adherence to all national and international aviation safety regulations, fostering a robust safety culture, and minimizing operational risks. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of aviation safety principles and a passion for promoting a zero-incident environment. You will collaborate with all departments to integrate safety into every aspect of operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the organization's Safety Management System (SMS) .
• Conduct regular risk assessments and safety audits to identify potential hazards and implement mitigation strategies.
• Investigate safety incidents, accidents, and near misses, determining root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs to all levels of staff.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and ensure compliance with all relevant aviation safety legislation.
• Promote a positive safety culture through communication, engagement, and leadership.
• Analyze safety data to identify trends and inform strategic safety improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Safety Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in aviation safety management or operations.
• Proven expertise in developing and implementing Safety Management Systems (SMS) .
• Strong knowledge of aviation regulations (e.g., ICAO, EASA, FAA) and safety standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and leadership abilities, particularly in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary and performance bonus.
• Flexible remote work arrangements with full technical support.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous allowance for professional development and certifications.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on aviation safety standards.
• Access to cutting-edge safety management tools and resources.