Job description

Overview

The Senior Safety Specialist will assist the Senior Manager Quality & Safety and Manager Flight Safety to implement the Safety Management System (SMS) within the Technical Department, supporting both fixed-wing and helicopter operations.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure full compliance with all applicable safety rules and regulations in technical and helicopter operations.
Adhere to Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) legal requirements alongside company frameworks, procedures, and standards.
Maintain accuracy, completeness, and currency of all safety-related documentation.
Lead and assist investigations into technical incidents, maintenance occurrences, and helicopter-specific events to identify root causes and contributing factors.
Recommend and monitor implementation of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
Prepare comprehensive investigation reports and coordinate with relevant teams.
Design and deliver training programs related to SMS for technical and operational staff, including helicopter-specific training modules.
Develop, update and maintain safety training materials, guidance documents, and e-learning content.
Drive safety promotion initiatives, facilitate awareness campaigns, and support continuous improvement in safety.
Conduct hazard identification and safety risk assessments covering fixed-wing and helicopter operations.
Maintain and update the Risk Register, tracking effectiveness of risk controls.
Support development and monitoring of Safety Performance Indicators (SPIs).
Process, analyze, and act on Technical Occurrence Reports (TORs).
Liaise with internal departments to address and mitigate safety concerns promptly.
Assist in technical audits, inspections, and safety reviews across aircraft and helicopter operations.
Represent the organization at internal and external safety meetings, including industry groups and engagements with regulatory authorities.
Undertake additional safety-related projects as assigned by senior management.

Qualifications and Skills

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Aviation Safety, or a related field.
At least 3 years of aviation safety experience focusing on technical operations, investigations, and safety data analysis.
Experience with Safety Management Systems (SMS) and conducting safety-related training.
Proficient knowledge of ICAO Annex 19, SMS concepts, and risk management practices.
Preferred background with Non-Commercial Complex (NCC) operators.
Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and e-learning development tools.
Exposure to helicopter safety or maintenance operations is an advantage.
Fluency in English, both written and oral.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Capability to prioritize and perform effectively in demanding operational settings.