Aviation Safety Specialist

Position Overview

Hamad International Airport is searching for an accomplished and well-organized Aviation Safety Specialist to reinforce their team. This role demands a dynamic individual with strong communication abilities and proven experience in enforcing and maintaining aviation safety standards. The appointed candidate will play a key role in upholding safety management system requirements and coordinating with various stakeholders to foster a secure airport environment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Line Manager in maintaining and reviewing operational aviation safety and investigation programs to ensure alignment with SMS requirements and prevailing safety standards.
• Collaborate closely with Aerodrome Departments and Airport Stakeholders to meet shared aviation safety obligations and promote teamwork among involved parties.
• Critically review and confirm that all aviation safety procedures comply with Qatar Civil Aviation Regulations (QCAR), guaranteeing regulatory conformity.
• Contribute towards the creation and management of the Hazard Log and Risk Register while supporting MATAR’s documentation in adherence to State Regulatory Standards.
• Define and record Threat and Hazard Identification as well as Risk Management methodologies consistent with MATAR’s SMS manual to provide clear hazard handling protocols.
• Prepare comprehensive risk assessments, safety cases, and assist in aeronautical studies to effectively address regulatory non-compliance issues.
• Coordinate and provide backing for aerodrome oversight inspections undertaken by QCAA Aerodrome Standards Directorate, assuring compliance readiness.
• Assist in aerodrome certification processes by ensuring all compliance criteria are met and documentation remains current.

Qualifications and Experience

• Educational credentials of High School, Vocational, and Diploma qualifications with no less than five years of relevant work experience;
• Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a minimum of four years’ relevant occupational experience;
• Completion of Safety Management Systems (SMS) training accredited by ICAO or ACI;
• Possession of ICAO Annex 14 training certification;
• Successful completion of Apron Management training endorsed by ICAO or ACI;
• Project Management training from an accredited institution;
• Demonstrated expertise in technical writing for developing procedural manuals and standard operating procedures;
• Proficiency in English communication, both verbal and written;
• Capable of translating complex aviation safety policies into clear, actionable procedures and feedback.