Aviation Safety Management System (SMS) Manager

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will work as a SMS Manager performing various tasks including.

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Safety Management System across the organization.
• Collect, analyse, and act on safety data from operational teams to mitigate risks effectively.
• Maintain and update the Hazard Log and Risk Register, ensuring timely corrective actions.
• Prepare and distribute safety communications such as newsletters, bulletins, and alerts.
• Support Safety Action Group (SAG) and Safety Review Board (SRB) meetings with comprehensive reports, agendas, and minutes.
• Coordinate and oversee safety training programs and maintain the SMS training database.
• Develop and implement initiatives to raise safety awareness and promote a proactive safety culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Aeronautical, Mechanical, Electrical, or similar).
• Accredited Safety Management Systems certification or equivalent training.
• Senior aviation experience, with strong knowledge of ESAS and MRO Part 145 regulations.
• Familiarity with safety management software (e.g., Q-Pulse) and quality management principles.
• Excellent analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Strong presentation and communication abilities, with the skill to write clear, concise technical reports.
• Highly organized, reliable, able to manage multiple priorities under pressure, including night shifts.

Benefits and Work Arrangement

• Permanent full-time position, offering job stability.
• Fly-in fly-out arrangement with flights home once per year.
• Comfortable 2-bedroom apartment provided for accommodation.
• Transportation arranged and covered by the employer.
• 26 paid holidays annually.
• Opportunity to play a key role in enhancing safety standards and operational excellence