Senior Aviation Safety Leader
Job Overview:
This senior leadership role provides strategic direction, governance, and ongoing enhancement of safety programs across Engineering, Ground Operations, and Dangerous Goods.
The ideal candidate will drive cross-functional collaboration to effectively manage risks in our operation.
The successful candidate promotes a proactive, learning-based approach to safety, emphasizing how work is successfully carried out under varying conditions to build greater system resilience.
* Demonstrated experience in a senior management role with strong background in airline operational leadership.
* Extensive knowledge of aviation compliance requirements, legislation, and industry regulations impacting all facets of Group operations.
* Significant experience engaging with regulatory authorities and government stakeholders, both domestic and international.
* Tertiary qualifications in relevant field with combination of technical undergraduate degree and postgraduate studies in business or management preferred.
* Proven expertise in developing and implementing aviation compliance programs.
* Strong capability in engaging and liaising with aviation regulators and officials in Australia and internationally, including jurisdictions where we operate.
* Highly developed interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
* In-depth, comprehensive understanding of our operations.
* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
* Exceptional attention to detail with methodical and thorough approach.
* Flexibility and adaptability to respond to evolving priorities and operational requirements.
* Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
* Effective time management and project delivery capabilities.
* High levels of motivation, innovation, and professional integrity.
* Ability to build and maintain constructive, respected, and effective relationships across both formal structures and informal networks.
* Consistent delivery against corporate and departmental service standards.
* Commitment to workplace safety compliance and best practices.
* Proven leadership skills, with track record of leading high-performing teams.
* Demonstrated ability to engage and operate effectively at Board and executive levels.
What We Offer:
* Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.
* Access to thousands of rewards through partnerships.
* Flexible leave options, including 18 weeks paid parental leave and additional purchased leave options for eligible employees.
* Salary packaging program, including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices, and professional memberships.
* We support your wellbeing, whether it's learning to better support your own and others' mental health, our interactive wellbeing app, or your very own tailored nutrition plan.