Reports to: General Manager

Location:  Various Locations | USA 

Menzies Aviation is looking for a Safety Security and Environment Manager for various new Businesses throughout the USA.        

Safety, Security, and Environmental stewardship are core values of Menzies Aviation (MA).  Quality Assurance and Quality Control are the means by which we ensure delivery of and adherence to those core values.

The Safety, Security, and Environmental (SSE) Manager position functions independently from Operations; and serves to lead the SSE Supervisors (Officers) and provide support to and unbiased oversight of the various Lines of Business (LOBs) and Business Units (BUs) at a given location.

Credibility, consistency, and fairness are paramount to effective safety promotion, advocacy, and accountability.

The purpose of this role is to promote, manage, and oversee safety, security, and environmental compliance at the base-level.  The position will be responsible to offer guidance for implementation and adherence to MA Safety, Security, Quality, and Training policies and SOPs as well as local, state, Provincial (CAN), and Federal regulations. 

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for the leadership, coordination, and assignment of duties of the safety team. Promotes the Safety-First Culture and encourages timely reporting of all incidents, hazards, and near misses. Leads by example and provides immediate and direct feedback to Employees and colleagues. Manages MA Safety Programs, Policies, and Procedures and other Safety, Security, and Environmental (SSE) related systems in accordance with approved manuals, bulletins, and briefings. Ensures proper communication of these MA programs and systems at the local level. Ensures implementation of and compliance with local, state, Provincial (CAN), and federal rules and regulations. Monitors local legislation for changes that may impact operations or present additional burdens. Assists with conducting Risk Assessments (RAs) for new/changing activities, and reviews existing RAs annually. Assists with the preparation of local operating procedures (LOPs) for base senior management approval. Conducts on-site inspections and audits of base operations, facilities, equipment, and materials to further develop, recommend and/or implement policies and procedures that promote safety. Assists in the development and implementation of the station Emergency Response Plan (ERP), Emergency Action Plan (EAP), Local Contingency Plan (LCP), Business Continuity Plan (BCP), Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan (SPCC), Facility Response Plan (FRP), Environmental Emergency Response Plan (EERP), and/or Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). Serves as the Safety, Security, & Compliance Manager/Officer assigned/delegated the responsibility for overseeing the implementation of the Menzies Aviation Safety Management System (SMS) and Health & Safety manual (H&S) policies at the base. Serves as the Principal Manager appointed for all matters relating to Security at the station per the MA Security Manual (SeMS). Serves as the primary delegate ensuring compliance with the Menzies Aviation Quality Assurance Manual (QAM). Serves as the primary delegate ensuring compliance with the Menzies Aviation Environmental Management System (EMS). Assists in the investigation of accidents, injuries, and near misses and cooperates in the preparation of material and evidence for use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations. Will also evaluate root causes and recommend corrective action. Monitors that approved corrective actions implemented by base senior management, are communicated to base employees, and are sustained as required to enable safe operation practices. Oversees the compilation of base accident reports and data required by regulatory agencies. Performs graphical and numerical analysis of accidents, injuries, and near misses to determine trends; and provides recommendations to base senior management in an effort to reverse negative trends. Coordinates SSE-related promotion activities. Develops briefings and ensures the cascade of SSE-related bulletins and alerts. Establishes, supports, and facilitates (as necessary) the station Safety Committee. Attends customer and airport safety meetings and forums to promote MA SSE-related initiatives and participate in shared learnings. Conducts people, process, facility, and equipment inspections and audits. Prepares reports and communicates unsafe findings to management (including root causes and recommended corrective action). Participates in audits and inspections performed by Corporate or outside personnel. Assists Base senior management with devising appropriate audit and inspection responses; and follows-up on all corrections to ensure appropriate action has been taken. Assists in reviewing equipment and material purchasing plans for compliance with applicable SSE-related rules, regulations, and best practices. Determines necessary mitigation measures to facilitate a safe work environment. Coordinates and manages the base Safety Business Plan (SBP) to address SSE-related issues, improve safety performance, and track key measurements. Updates the SBP monthly and reviews the SBP with management at least Quarterly. Consults with HR and the Leave Team to ensure proper administration of the Workers’ Compensation Program (Reed Group in CAN), to include timely reporting, Employee follow-up, and aggressive Return-to-Work promotion. Participates in training sessions to cover specific areas such as Safety First, Stop Work Authority, See Something – Say Something, Fair & Just Culture, Standard Safety Practices (SSPs), Health and Safety programs, Hazard Communication, and Personal Protective Equipment. Supports Quality Control Technicians and Fuel Farm Operators (as applicable). Performs other duties, as assigned by the Regional Risk Manager

Qualifications 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be 18 years of age or older Excellent interpersonal/communication skills Ability and willingness to work flexible shifts Computer Literate Strong team management, collaboration, and facilitation skills Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) from four-year College or university; or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write technical reports and correspondence.  Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Canadian Air Transportation Safety Authority (CATSA), and Transport Canada (TC) documentation, professional journals, and government regulations.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Possess/maintain a valid state driver’s license and other FAA Airport required identification/seals or authorizations. Must pass pre-employment Background and a drug-screen Ability to obtain required Security clearances Ability to obtain a Driving Icon/Authorization from local Airport Authority Ability to effectively prioritize. Excellent attendance, communication skills and the ability to work well under pressure. Must be able and willing to work flexible shifts.

Incident Investigation Training        Risk Assessment Training                First Aid/CPR Course

8 Hour HAZWOPER                        30-Hour OSHA General Industry      Canadian Labour Code 2 Training (CAN)

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to vibration.  The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold, extreme heat, and risk of electrical shock.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk or hear.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.