Safety and Compliance Officer

About the Role * Managing the AOC and ATO Audit Plan and being the lead auditor for these approvals. * Undertaking Internal Audits and audits of sub-contractor organisations, primarily for the AOC and ATO. * Oversight of the management and closure of findings and observations so that they cover the corrective and root cause corrections required. * Prepare Compliance Monitoring performance data. * Generate audit checklists in Centrik, particularly for AOC and ATO audits. * Support the approval of Providers primarily to support operations and training. * Be pro-active concerning compliance issues to all Company management and personnel. * Providing advice on compliance issues. * Safety Support external auditors Deputising for the Head of Safety and Compliance when they are not available for the AOC and ATO * Working with the Head of Safety and Compliance and Safety Reporting Manager promoting aviation safety across all activities. * Carrying out investigations and associated root cause analysis related mainly to operational and training safety cases. * Supporting the process of identification, documenting and management of hazards through risk assessments and associated actions. * Supporting the provision of safety and safety performance data and the monitoring of Safety Performance Indicators. * Supporting the Safety Reporting Manager in the management of Safety Action Groups. * Supporting the production of Safety Documentation, Information, Notices and Newsletters. * Supporting the development and provision of safety training, including support to recurrent training in conjunction with other safety department staff. * Providing advice on safety matters Qualifications * Have a reasonable understanding of CAA Regulations with regard to Operations and particularly those elements related to the Management System Trained Auditor, experienced in undertaking internal audits covering CAA/EASA Regulations Experience in the investigation of occurrences (Trained Investigator) Experienced in the use of Centrik for Safety and Compliance management At least 2 years experience in a safety or compliance role for a helicopter company. * At least 5 years experience in either flight or ground operations, maintenance or continuing airworthiness management for a helicopter company. * Located within commuting distance of Biggin Hill. * Essential * Have the qualities to be able to improve the safety culture and gain the respect of staff in the way that they handle situations. * Have analytical and problem-solving skills. * Be effective at oral and written communication. * Have an understanding of human and organisational factors At least 5 years experience in either flight or ground operations, maintenance or continuing airworthiness management for an aviation related company. * Willing to undertake the required training to gain competency in safety and compliance tasks. * Located within commuting distance of either Liskeard, Gloucester or Boscombe Down. * Training will be provided to the right candidate