Part 145 Safety Manager

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and professional individual to step up into the leadership position of Part 145 Safety Manager. Reporting to our General Manager of Engineering & CEO, if you love a challenge in a dynamic, growing organisation, this role is an amazing chance to help shape the direction and outcome of Australia's fastest growing Airline. 

About the Role

The Part 145 Safety Manager will be a nominated CASA Form 004 holder as outlined in the CASA Part 145 Manual of Standards (MOS). The role will ensure effective implementation and compliance with the Company Safety Management Systems while providing positive engagement and support with Alliance Airlines department heads with relation to Safety and Compliance Requirements.

The Part 145 Safety Manager is responsible for but not limited to:

• Completion of assigned audits to acquit the audit schedule on time.
• Host external safety investigator and audit teams as required during organisational 3rd Party Audits
• Perform and complete Investigations as required
• Provide SME input to Safety Investigations as requested
• Provide an active safety interface with the AMO Departments and provide direction and advice as required to develop internal Policy, Process and procedures
• Analyse all safety occurrences to determine if investigation is warranted in accordance with CSM
• Report any significant or elevated safety risks to the CEO, GM Engineering and Head of Safety
• Develops and maintains organisational tools, procedures and methodologies for Safety Risk and Change Management System for the AMO.
• Assists with developing and implementing safety procedures consistent with the operational requirements of the AMO
• Ensures compliance with employment agreements and company policies in all activities
• Short notice travel to meet investigation requirements (when required)
• Provide coverage of Quality Manager – AMO/Part 147 in time where the post holder is unavailable

WH&S, Safety, Security, Environmental & Regulatory Compliance

• Promote and maintain a high standard of quality, safety and security compliance as required by the Alliance Airlines Company Safety Manual by all subordinate staff
• Promote safety & security reporting within the eSMS by all staff
• Liaises with CASA (as directed by the Executive Management) in relevant matters affecting AMO Safety. Complies with all mandatory incident and reporting requirements
• Builds and maintains strong working relationships with regulatory and other external customers/contractors as required
• Ensure a high standard of WH&S and environmental compliance in accordance with state law

Qualifications & Experience

• Hold an Aviation Lead Auditor certificate (Mandatory)
• Hold a Safety Investigator accreditation (Mandatory)
• Has Aviation experience and/or associated Tertiary qualification
• Hold an Environmental accreditation (Desirable)
• Hold an WH&S accreditation (Desirable)

Knowledge & Skills                                                            

• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary aviation safety Investigation procedures and policies
• Knowledge in an Australian regulatory environment including WH&S and Environmental requirements
• Knowledge of aviation fuel standards
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary aviation safety audit procedures and policies
• Knowledge of an operational airline environment and in particular Safety Management Systems
• Demonstrated interaction with CASA and 3rd Party organisations in regards to occurrence and Investigation management
• Dealing with suppliers of various company safety systems
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and in a team focussed environment
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy of work
• Ability to think laterally in order to problem solve
• Well-developed computing skills, particularly MS Office

Alliance Airlines

Alliance has world-leading operational performance, a key attribute sought by its customers. We are proud to be known as Australia’s leading FIFO charter and Wet Lease operator with a history of delivering the highest standards of safety, reliability, and operational performance for our clients.

Alliance’s core philosophy is to provide safe and economical solutions. Although we have grown rapidly, we know the importance of responding quickly to our clients' requests and understand the need to meet both short and long-term requirements.

At Alliance Airlines, we make it happen!

This is on-site position (5 days a week). Drug and Alcohol testing and police check clearance will be part of the recruitment process, as will the requirement to hold a valid ASIC card.

If this sounds like the ideal role for you and you have the skills we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.

**COVID safe practices will be complied with throughout the Alliance recruitment process and all applicants must also comply. ** 

All candidates must have full working rights within Australia, only candidates with a right to work in Australia will be considered. We thank you for your application however, due to the volume of applicants only successful applicants will be contacted.

Alliance Airlines is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We are a merit-based organisation that supports local communities to offer long term sustainable employment based on delivering a safe aviation operation