CHC provides unmatched helicopter services that enable our customers to reach beyond – to work in remote and challenging destinations that limit others – and come home safely. We are dedicated to our purpose of getting our customers where they need to be, when they need to be there, anywhere in the world – safely and reliably. All you have to do is get on board!
At CHC, we pride ourselves on our values and culture:
Accountability: Take pride and ownership of our actions and results.
Collaboration: Working together with transparency and trust to drive continuous improvement.
Care: Creating a safe and sustainable environment for all.
Integrity: Doing what's right and fostering a culture of respect.
Excellence: Prioritizing quality services and setting industry standards.
Safety and Quality Specialist –
Perth, Western Australia
Reach Beyond!
CHC Helicopter is a leader in the provision of helicopter support to the offshore energy market, search & rescue, and government departments, as well as organisations requiring helicopter maintenance, repair, and overhaul services through its Heli-One division.
For more than 75 years, CHC Helicopter has provided safe, reliable, and cost-effective helicopter services in some of the most remote and challenging environments around the world. Our dedication to safety and reputation for quality and innovation help our customers reach beyond what they thought possible.
All you have to do is get on board.
Role Summary
CHC is expanding its Safety and Quality Team and is searching for a Safety & Quality Specialist to join us. As an S&Q Specialist you will be suitably qualified and experienced in Safety & Quality across an Aviation Organisation, and our ideal candidate will have a strong Aviation Airworthiness and Maintenance related background. The role will be based within our Perth or Adelaide offices with travel to our operational bases. The successful candidate will become a key contributor to the team's accomplishment and business objectives and will support the wider safety team in region and globally.
Key Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To
A visible safety advocate who will support and develop improvements in overall safety culture and behaviour.
Conduct, lead and coordinate team members to complete assigned audits in support of the quality audit program to provide effective oversight of the APAC operations.
Investigate relevant accidents, incidents and matters related to a specified area of expertise (Engineering, Airworthiness, or Flight Operations) including analysis and development of recommendations to prevent recurrence.
Deliver safety related training to staff and management to improve understanding and performance of the SMS.
Support local department managers to undertake specific safety related activities such as
Management of Change
Risk Assessment
HESS Activities
Corrective and Preventative Action (CPA) development
Monitor all pertinent Proactive and Reactive safety reports and where necessary, in conjunction with relevant department managers, ensure that appropriate support to deliver follow up action is taken.
Develop and update audit checklists, in collaboration with S&Q Management, to align with company procedures, regulations and customer requirements.
Actively contribute and cooperate toward continuous improvement initiatives and programs.
Coordinate, update and administer safety system infrastructure as directed, to meet operational requirements.
Develop effective and productive relationships with key stakeholders within the APAC management teams and externally with regulators, clients and industry affiliates.
Provide collection, collation, editing and disseminating of Safety information for the promotion of Safety awareness.
Update and support the control of the safety and quality database.
Skills, Experience And Attributes
Possess or have held professional aviation accreditations such as pilot licenses, maintenance engineer Cert IV or licenses Essential
Attained a tertiary Aviation qualification such as Bachelor/Masters of aviation management, Aviation Safety management etc Desirable
Knowledge of CASA (or similar) regulations applicable to an Air Operator, airworthiness, aircraft maintenance Essential
Accredited training in Aviation Safety Management disciplines Desirable
Auditor Accreditation to ISO9000 or aviation specific Essential
Incident Investigator qualification Desirable
Experience as part of or leading an Incident Investigation Desirable
Demonstrated experience in Rotary Wing Offshore / SAR Air Operators environment Desirable
Demonstrated experience in fixed wing charter, RPT or general aviation environments Desirable
At CHC we believe a diverse workforce makes us stronger. We want our people to be proud of who they are and where they come from. We will support our colleagues to work safely together, take care of each other and feel empowered and valued in sharing ideas as we create an organisation where we celebrate our differences.
Our commitment to maintaining and growing a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone can achieve their full potential, will ensure a strong and sustainable future for everyone.
We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all genders, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from diverse backgrounds.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Airlines and Aviation
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