The Safety Manager is responsible for overseeing and continuously improving the MJets's Safety Management System (SMS) and Flight Data Analysis Program (FDAP), coordinating safety investigations, ensuring compliance with aviation safety regulations, and leading safety risk management activities across operations and maintenance. This includes compliance with TCAR Part OPS, Part M, Part CAMO and Part 145 as well as relevant ICAO and CAAT safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and oversee the implementation, performance, and continuous improvement of the Safety Management System (SMS) across flight operations and maintenance.
- Supervise safety databases and Flight Data Analysis Program (FDAP) for proactive risk management in operations and maintenance including;
- 1. Analyze flight data to identify trends and anomalies
- 2. Prepare detailed reports on flight performance and efficiency
- 3. Generate flight data analysis reports for hazard identification and assist with corrective action
- 4. Conduct safety analysis to ensure compliance with regulations
- 5. Assist in safety investigations to determine root causes and preventative measures.
- 6. Maintain a comprehensive database of flight safety related information
- 7. Manage, maintain, and secure trend and event databases.
- Direct and support occurrence/defect reporting, internal investigations, hazard identification, safety risk assessments, and corrective/preventive actions, aligned with TCARs, and other applicable regulations.
- Lead and participate in Safety Action Group meetings to support decision-making and system enhancement for Safety Review Board and Management Evaluation Review meetings.
- Liaise with CAAT and other aviation authorities on safety compliance, audits, inspections, and documentation concerning TCAR 8 Part 145 (Maintenance), TCAR OPS (Operations), aircraft state registration of aircraft management, and other safety requirements.
- Oversee the safety management aspects of Aircraft Management, ensuring all activities comply with the requirements of the aircraft's state of registration, including adherence to the relevant regulations and safety standards of the state authority.
- Develop, track, and report Safety Performance Indicators (SPIs) and Safety Performance Targets (SPTs) and recommend improvements where safety objectives are not being met.
- Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in aviation safety management, including ICAO Annexes and international standards.
- Ensure the Emergency Response Plan (ERP) is established, implemented, exercised, and maintained effectively.
- Coordinate and support external safety audits and inspections, including documentation and follow-up actions related to operational, maintenance, and aircraft management safety.
- Develop safety training programs and awareness campaigns to staff on safety procedures, regulatory compliance, and aviation safety principles per TCAR, ICAO, and state registration requirements.
- Foster a strong safety culture throughout operations, maintenance, and aircraft management teams.
- Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, Flight Operations, Ground Operations, Training, and Aircraft Management teams to ensure timely identification and resolution of safety issues.
- Maintain current knowledge of international best practices, including ICAO Annex 19 (SMS), FAA, EASA, TCAR OPS, TCAR 8 Part 145 and other applicable frameworks.
- Other duties as assigned by the Head of Quality and Safety.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in aviation safety management or related roles in airline/aviation operations, maintenance, and aircraft management.
- Certificates in Internal Auditor, Safety Management Systems (SMS), or related qualifications preferred.
- Comprehensive knowledge of safety related to TCARs Part OPS, Part M, Part CAMO and Part 145 as well as relevant CAAT safety regulations, and requirements related to aircraft state registration and aircraft management.
- Strong familiarity with international safety management standards.
- Experience managing occurrence/defect reporting, safety investigations, and risk assessments covering flight operations, maintenance, and aircraft management.
- Proven ability to lead safety audits, analyze safety data, and promote safety culture.
- Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
- Proficient in MS Office and safety/compliance management software.
- Experience in GE C-FOQA system will be given special consideration.
- Proficient in written and spoken English.
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to safety culture.
Personalities Requirement:
- Able to work both independently and as a team player in a multi-cultural work force
- Excellent attention to details
- Goal oriented
