Who is Alliance Airlines? Alliance is Australasia's leading aviation provider, serving mining, energy, and government sectors with over 1,500 staff. Unique in owning its entire fleet, including 37 Fokker 70/100 and 44 Embraer E190 aircraft, Alliance holds top industry certifications like IATA's IOSA and the "BARS Gold" status. With operational bases across Australia, this locally owned company delivers world-class performance, setting the gold standard in safety and reliability.
What's the role on offer? Based onsite at our Head Office near Brisbane Airport, this is an exciting opportunity to join our Senior Management team as our Head of Safety. As the CASR Part 142 Quality Assurance Manager, you will oversee quality assurance activities, ensuring operations align with regulatory and company standards. This role demands authority, independence, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of safety and compliance.
Lead the implementation, maintenance, and administration of the Safety Management System (SMS) across the organization, fostering a strong safety culture.Ensure compliance with the Air Operators Certificate (AOC), regulatory requirements, and company standards, while managing the Corporate Emergency Response Plan and safety training programs.Oversee safety and security reporting, including analysis of incidents, hazards, and accidents, ensuring corrective and preventative actions are effectively implemented.Maintain communication with senior management, operational leaders, and regulatory bodies (CASA, ATSB) on safety performance, incidents, and compliance matters.Monitor the Safety and Quality Management Systems' objectives and ensure performance aligns with organizational goals, reporting updates to the CEO and Board of Directors.Manage safety performance of personnel, contractors, and third-party suppliers, ensuring adherence to safety policies, training requirements, and operational procedures. What's in it for me? Novated Leasing for Employees – This enables you to bundle all your car running costs into one regular ongoing tax effective payment!Salary Packaging – Another option to get more money into your back pocket!Discounted Qantas Club memberships!Discounted tickets to REDS (QRU) Games and merchandise!Discounted Hotels, Tours and Cruises - Qualify for discounts on just about every type of vacation you can imagine! Who are we looking for? We're seeking an accomplished aviation safety professional with the qualifications, skills, and experience to lead safety initiatives and drive operational excellence. You'll bring a proactive mindset, exceptional leadership capabilities, and a deep understanding of CASA regulations to this critical role.
Qualified Expert: Holds tertiary education in business or aviation safety, formal risk management training, and CASA-acceptable credentials.Proven Experience: Extensive aviation industry background with a strong focus on airline operations and safety management.Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of CASA regulations, ensuring compliance and operational alignment.Leadership & Collaboration: Demonstrates strong leadership, interpersonal, and staff management skills to inspire and guide teams effectively.Analytical Problem Solver: Excels in analytical reasoning, conflict resolution, and decision-making with attention to detail and urgency.Effective Communicator: Possesses outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to manage confidential matters professionally. Does this sound like you? A pivotal leadership role responsible for the performance, administration, and continuous improvement of the Safety and Quality Management Systems across the organisation.
If the sound of this role excites you and you have the skills we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you. Hit that Apply button and Verna will speak to you shortly.
At Alliance Airlines we value diversity, equality and inclusion, we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply. All candidates must have full working rights within Australia, only candidates with a right to work in Australia will be considered.
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