[Safety Management Systems Manager in Birmingham, UK]STS Aviation Services is actively seeking an experienced Safety Management Systems (SMS) Manager to join our UK team in Birmingham. As a key player in our rapidly expanding business, you’ll ensure compliance with regulatory standards while driving a culture of safety excellence across our operations.If you’re passionate about aviation safety and have a proven track record in SMS compliance, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and Document SMS: Lead the development of operational risk and safety risk management processes by documenting the Safety Management System.
* Identify and Address Risks: Assess areas of compliance risk and business vulnerabilities, implementing corrective action plans to address potential threats.
* Incident Investigation: Investigate incidents to establish root causes, assign corrective actions, and ensure resolution through root cause analysis.
* Policy Development: Maintain and develop company policies in relation to compliance assurance and SMS.
* Reporting and Analysis: Report daily safety performance metrics to the Head of Safety & Compliance, proactively identifying risks and areas for improvement.
* Training and Education: Create training materials and deliver engaging training sessions on SMS compliance, human factors, and safety principles.
* Continuous Improvement: Coordinate site reporting and investigation processes to drive the close-out of improvement actions in accordance with SMS requirements.
* Readiness Assessments: Regularly assess the organization’s state of readiness for audits and compliance reviews.
Skills and Experience
* Regulatory Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of CAA & EASA Part 145 and SMS regulations.
* Safety Expertise: Strong grasp of aviation safety principles, risk management practices, and behavior-based safety (human factors).
* Investigative Experience: Lead investigator training and familiarity with the FAIR 3 process.
* Training Aptitude: Proven ability to develop and deliver effective safety training and procedures.
* Communication Skills: Strong reporting and analytical skills, with the ability to effectively communicate risks and corrective actions.
* Proactive Problem-Solving: Ability to identify risks and implement strategies to mitigate them.
Why Join STS Aviation Services?
* Be a Leader in Safety: Shape the safety culture of a fast-growing MRO business with a global reputation for excellence.
* Exciting Growth Opportunities: Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development.
* Make a Difference: Contribute to industry-leading safety practices that set the standard for aviation maintenance operations.
About STS Aviation Services
STS Aviation Services is a global leader in aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO). With a commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence, our teams around the world deliver innovative solutions that keep the aviation industry moving forward.Learn more at www.stsaviationgroup.com.
EEOC Statement
STS Aviation Services is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.#IndeedAM