Safety Assurance Specialist

Hello. We’re Virgin Australia. We’re the airline that’s always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. We’re on a mission to make flying better than ‘nice’. And to do that, it takes a team of talented people who are passionate about customer experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on safety – in the air, on the ground and in our workplaces. A team who values real diversity and inclusion, in a big brand with big ambitions. What you’ll be doing: The Safety Assurance Specialist (generalist) role is to hold responsibility for: As a lead auditor completing operational and SMS audits in accordance with the SOS Audit Program Support the safety assurance team undergo regulatory audit compliance Carrying out high value operational safety investigations, as required, in accordance with the Safety Systems manual suite. Identify regulatory and procedural non-compliance and determine the reasons Through effective application of the SMS, identify potential and actual hazards to operations and work collaboratively with stakeholders to maintain risk to as low as reasonably practicable. Safety promotion and education – author safety briefs and articles from the learnings and outcomes of safety investigation reports, which will be communicated to front line team members or used in relevant training programs Drive a proactive approach to safety management across multiple operational divisions and work collaboratively with management teams to achieve targets Maintain continual improvement of the safety management system Provide input to the ongoing development of the Safety Systems manual suite, procedures and work instructions. Provide guidance and assistance to divisional management teams You’ll be great in this role if you have: Minimum 2+ years experience in a safety or safety audit/ assurance role Previous experience in the aviation industry or a similar safety critical industry Formal qualifications or equivalent experience in Safety Management Systems, Auditing, Risk Management, Investigation Previous experience using a quality management application to manage occurrences and trend safety data Analytical and written skills capable of producing an aviation safety audit and investigation reports Ability to multitask, with multiple audits and investigations being conducted at any particular time Experience in the interpretation and application of IOSA Standards and Recommended Practices (desirable) Experience in the application of IATA and CASA regulations We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to): Heavily discounted air travel for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year) Flexible working arrangements (including work hours and work from home) Discounts on travel insurance, car hire, accommodation and experiences worldwide Discounted Virgin Australia Lounge membership Hospitality, retail, technology, beauty services and wellness discounts Wellness support, including the Converge digital wellbeing platform A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, which offers confidential coaching and support from qualified professionals for all aspects of life – physical, mental, social and financial Dress for Your Day – enjoy the freedom to wear whatever is appropriate for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you Equality rules: We’re all individuals. We love that. That’s why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to join our family. Ready to apply? We’re ready to hear from you. Apply now.