Role summary
The Flight Safety Manager oversees and enhances safety across Flight Operations, Cabin Crew, and Integrated Operations Control Center (IOCC). The role ensures effective implementation of the Safety Management System (SMS), conducts investigations, manages safety programs, and drives risk mitigation initiatives to maintain the highest safety standards and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve safety processes and procedures
- Oversee the implementation and effectiveness of the Safety Management System (SMS) across Flight, Cabin, and IOCC
- Ensure all safety reports are properly risk assessed with corrective and preventive actions
- Conduct safety risk assessments, trend analysis, and recommend mitigation strategies
- Lead safety investigations to identify root causes and prevent recurrence
- Review and approve investigation reports with corrective actions and recommendations
- Manage Flight Data Analysis Program (FDAP) to proactively identify hazards and risks
- Oversee Line Operations Safety Audit (LOSA) program implementation
- Monitor safety performance indicators (SPIs, SPTs, SOs) and ensure effective tracking
- Collaborate with Training teams to support Evidence-Based Training (EBT) through safety insights
- Liaise with internal departments, regulatory authorities, and external stakeholders on safety matters
- Participate in safety forums, industry meetings, and conferences
- Promote safety culture through campaigns, workshops, and internal communications
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Aeronautical Science, or related field
- Minimum 6+ years of aviation experience
- At least 2 years in a safety-related role
- Valid Safety Management System (SMS) Certification
- Strong knowledge of Safety Management Systems (SMS)
- Familiarity with GACARs, ICAO SARPs, and IATA standards
- Experience in safety investigations, auditing, and risk management
- Exposure to Flight Data Monitoring / FDAP is highly preferred
- Airmen certification (Pilot or Dispatcher) is an advantage
- Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Education
Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Aeronautical Science, or related field
Experience
Minimum 6+ years of aviation experience, including at least 2 years in a safety-related role
Skills
- Safety Management Systems (SMS) knowledge
- GACARs, ICAO SARPs, and IATA standards
- Safety investigations
- Auditing
- Risk management
- Flight Data Monitoring / FDAP
- Analytical skills
- Communication skills
- Stakeholder management skills