Description:
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....
As a Safety Assurance Specialist, you will partner with the Engineering team to provide high value subject matter expertise on Safety. This is inclusive but not limited to investigations, audits, and support in the management of safety reports. One of the key attributes to this role is the ability to maintain strong relationships within the Safety Systems team as well as the key stakeholders that influence improved safety behaviours across the business. Driving change and continuous improvement helps identify key solutions to risk through the provision of findings and recommendations.
This position is based in our Brisbane Head Office located at South Bank. You will work closely with the Leader of Safety Assurance. This is a 12 month maximum term contract opportunity.
You will…
- Lead and conduct safety investigations and audits for internal and external stakeholders in accordance with the Virgin Australia SMS requirements.
- Support the Aviation Safety Advisors with the technical assessment for triaging and event reviews.
- Complete safety reviews and audits as required.
- Maintain accurate records and update the safety database (Intelex) as necessary.
- Provide input to further develop assurance processes, procedures, and work instructions.
- Identify potential and actual risk to operations and work collaboratively with stakeholders to minimise these risks
You’ll be great in this role if you have…
- Good knowledge of the ATSB Transport Safety Investigation Act 2003
- A Certificate IV in Aeroskills or equivalent (AME or LAME qualifications)
- Experience with aircraft of similar type or complexity
- Formal qualifications or equivalent experience in Safety Management Systems, risk management, investigations, and audits.
- Previous experience using a quality management application and/or familiarity with safety reporting systems.
- Exceptional written skills capable of producing safety investigation and audit reports.
- Demonstrated experience building relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
- Proficient in MS office suite of programmes and advance user of Excel.
We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):
- Discounted flights for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year)
- Discounts on travel insurance, lounge membership, car hire, accommodation, and experiences worldwide
- Cheaper hospitality, retail, technology, beauty, and wellness services
- Free counselling and access to a wellbeing app to support your physical, mental, social and financial health
- Dress for Your Day’ – enjoy the freedom to wear whatever makes you feel great for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you.
- Flexible, hybrid working arrangements
When everyone is included, everyone wins
We’re all individuals. And 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