Safety & Quality Analyst

Safety and Quality Analyst - Perth, Western Australia Reach Beyond! CHC Helicopter is a leader in the provision of helicopter support to the offshore energy market, search & rescue, and government departments, as well as organizations requiring helicopter maintenance, repair, and overhaul services through its Heli-One division. For more than 75 years, CHC Helicopter has provided safe, reliable, and cost-effective helicopter services in some of the most remote and challenging environments around the world. Our dedication to safety and reputation for quality and innovation help our customers reach beyond what they thought possible. All you have to do is get on board.Role SummaryThe Safety and Quality Analyst will be a suitably qualified and passionate individual to be based in our head office in West Perth. This role is responsible for the delivery and continuous improvement of CHC SMS systems within the business unit. The role will be required to provide an active interface between the Safety & Quality and the Engineering, Airworthiness and Flight Operations departments at CHC. The successful candidate will also be required to proactively promote and apply the principles of the CHC Integrated Safety Management System within these departments.Key Responsibilities include but not limited to:A visible safety advocate who will support and develop improvements in overall safety culture and behaviourConduct, lead and coordinate team members to complete assigned audits in support of the quality audit program to provide effective oversight of the APAC operationsInvestigate relevant accidents, incidents and matters related to a specified area of expertise (Engineering, Airworthiness, or Flight Operations) including analysis and development of recommendations to prevent recurrence.Deliver safety related training to staff and management to improve understanding and performance of the SMSSupport local department managers to undertake specific safety related activities such as: Management of Change, Risk Assessment, HESS Activities, Corrective and Preventative Action (CPA) development, SQID transactions, Hosting external auditors (Regulator, Clients etc)Monitor all pertinent Proactive and Reactive safety reports and where necessary, in conjunction with relevant department managers, ensure that appropriate support to deliver follow up action is taken.Develop and update audit checklists, in collaboration with S&Q Management, to align with company procedures, regulations and customer requirementsActively contribute and cooperate toward continuous improvement initiatives and programsCoordinate, update and administer safety system infrastructure as directed, to meet operational requirementsDevelop effective and productive relationships with key stakeholders within the APAC management teams and externally with regulators, clients and industry affiliates.Provide collection, collation, editing and disseminating of Safety information for the promotion of Safety awareness.Update and support the control of the safety and quality databaseSkills, Experience and Attributes: Essential:Knowledge of CASA (or similar) regulations applicable to an Air OperatorDemonstrated experience as an auditor or Lead AuditorPossess or have held professional aviation accreditation's such as pilot licenses, maintenance engineer licences, responsible person approval from an NAAStrong knowledge of MS Office software suiteAuditor Accreditation to ISO9000 or aviation specificDesirable:Incident Investigator qualificationAccredited training in Aviation Safety Management disciplinesAttained a tertiary Aviation qualification such as Bachelor/Masters of aviation management, Aviation Safety management etcExperience as part of or leading an Incident InvestigationExperienced with Safety Management SystemsHave evidenced training within an aviation support function such as Logistics & Supply Chain, cabin crew, ground operations, flight operations, engineering workshop MRO etcDemonstrated experience in Rotary Wing Offshore / SAR Air Operators environmentDemonstrated experience in fixed wing charter, RPT or general aviation environmentsAt CHC we believe a diverse workforce makes us stronger. We want our people to be proud of who they are and where they come from. We will support our colleagues to work safely together, take care of each other and feel empowered and valued in sharing ideas as we create an organisation where we celebrate our differences. Our commitment to maintaining and growing a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone can achieve their full potential, will ensure a strong and sustainable future for everyone.We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all genders, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from diverse backgrounds.