Senior Aviation Safety Officer - No

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Aviation Safety Officer for an on-site role in Klerksdorp, North West, ZA. You will lead the Safety Management System (SMS), oversee regulatory compliance, and drive safety improvements across all operations to protect passengers, crew, and assets.

The ideal candidate has deep knowledge of aviation regulations, strong analytical skills to review safety data, and the ability to present findings to senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aviation safety, risk management, or a related field.
• Extensive knowledge of aviation safety regulations and SMS.
• Experience in incident investigation and safety data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the SMS across all operations.
• Conduct risk assessments and investigate incidents/accidents.
• Produce management reports and present findings to senior leaders.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading commercial airline, is seeking a dedicated Senior Aviation Safety Officer to join their esteemed team. This is a critical on-site role based in **Klerksdorp, North West, ZA** focused on ensuring the highest standards of safety across all operational areas. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the company's comprehensive Safety Management System (SMS). This includes conducting risk assessments, investigating incidents and accidents, developing corrective actions, and promoting a strong safety culture throughout the organization. The ideal candidate will possess an in-depth understanding of aviation regulations, safety protocols, and hazard identification techniques. Your ability to analyze safety data, produce detailed reports, and present findings to senior management is essential. This position requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration and ensure widespread adoption of safety initiatives. Your commitment to aviation safety will be paramount in protecting our client's passengers, crew, and assets.