Senior Safety Specialist

Zenon is delighted to be commissioned by a VVIP Operator based in the Middle East who is looking to engage a Senior Safety Specialist on a permanent basis.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the organisation’s Safety Management System in compliance with all regulatory requirements including helicopter‑specific frameworks.
• Ensure strict adherence to all governing Safety Rules and Regulations across technical and helicopter operations.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory legal requirements, company legal frameworks, processes, and procedural standards.
• Ensure all safety‑related documentation is accurate, complete, up to date, and properly maintained.
• Conduct and support investigations of technical incidents, maintenance occurrences, and helicopter‑specific events.
• Identify root causes and contributing factors; propose and follow up on Corrective and Preventive Actions.
• Document all investigation outcomes thoroughly and coordinate reports with relevant departments.
• Design and deliver SMS‑related training programs for technical and operational personnel, including helicopter modules.
• Develop, maintain, and update safety training materials, guidance documents, and e‑learning content.
• Support safety promotion activities, awareness campaigns, and continuous safety improvement initiatives.
• Participate in hazard identification and conduct safety risk assessments (including fixed‑wing and helicopter operational risks).
• Maintain and update the Risk Register; track risk controls and monitor their ongoing effectiveness.
• Contribute to the development, monitoring, and continuous improvement of Safety Performance Indicators.
• Process, analyse, and follow up on the submitted Technical Occurrence Reports.
• Coordinate with internal teams to address safety concerns, ensuring timely and effective mitigation.
• Support technical audits, inspections, and safety reviews across aircraft and helicopter operations.
• Attend internal/external safety meetings, including industry working groups and regulatory authority engagements.

Minimum Skills and Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Aviation Safety, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant aviation safety experience, with exposure to technical operations.
• Experience in technical investigation and safety data analysis.
• Experience in SMS or safety-related training.
• Strong knowledge of ICAO Annex 19, SMS principles, and risk management practices.
• Preferred with experience in a Non-Commercial Complex operator environment
• Experience with Learning Management Systems or e‑learning development tools
• Required experience in technical safety oversight with a specific focus on fixed wing and/or Helicopter safety.

Why Choose Zenon Aviation?

In the ever changing and dynamic marketplace, Zenon Aviation knows that the support and care we provide to candidates is vital in assisting you in achieving your career aspirations.

Our team of dedicated consultants will deal with your application efficiently and more importantly confidentially, providing a professional and reliable service.

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