Director of Aviation Safety

Summary and Objective

The Director of Aviation Safety monitors all aspects of the safety system and acts with the authority of the Company President in all matters regarding safety, and as such, can designate any delegated resources to accomplish flyExclusive/flyExclusive International's stated safety goals and objectives. Monitors workplace activities to promote and ensure employee compliance with applicable safety regulations.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Maintain and manage the company Safety Management System (SMS) manual.
• Develop safety goals and objectives for the accountable executive's consideration:
• Revise and update the stated safety goals and objectives at least annually.
• Develop and implement the Emergency Response Program.
• Manage the Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) and facilitate all Event Review Committee (ERC) meetings
• Analyze, investigate, and provide recommendations for all ASAP and flight/ground hazard report submissions for the entire organization
• Monitor Exclusive Jets LLC's SMS performance and create performance reports for other managers and the accountable executive, as directed.
• Facilitate hazard identification and risk management.
• Determine the need for and coordinate development of required safety training materials prescribed by national, state, and local laws and regulations or industry best practices:
• Evaluate employee hazard identifications for risk and recommend action:
• Evaluate and process all employee hazard reports in accordance with this manual's requirements and recommend action to mitigate risk.
• Coordinate all safety activities and act as liaison between Exclusive Jets LLC (Limited Liability Company) and the flyExclusive proprietary SMS software, as well as applicable governmental agencies and insurance carriers
• Monitoring safety concerns in the aviation Industry and their perceived impact on Exclusive Jets LLC's operations
• Monitor employee training programs to ensure that aviation, safety, health, and environmental information presented is current and satisfies applicable government rules and meets Exclusive Jets LLC needs.
• Identifies opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health problems.
• Conducts employee training on applicable safety standards.
• Reviews safety training and recommends revisions, improvements, and updates.
• Conducts safety inspections and audits to assess employee compliance with safety regulations.
• Inspects safety equipment; recommends replacements.
• Drafts and implements internal safety standards and policies.
• Reviews accidents and incidents reported by employees and visitors to the facility.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of company safety policies and applicable Aviation Safety, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
• Must have knowledge of current 14 CFR Part 91 and 135 regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct training.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrate a high-level attention to detail.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

Competencies

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher
• Aviation, Health, Safety, and accident investigation certification

Supervisory responsibilities

• Responsible for supervising the daily responsibilities and setting tasks for the Safety Coordinator(s) and Safety Officer(s).
• Be able to coordinate cross department work for implementations of new policies and procedures.

Work environment

• Typical office and computer lab environment
• Mostly indoor office environment
• Some outside industrial environment and hangar

Physical demands

• Ability to see and hear clearly
• Ability to read, comprehend, and speak English clearly
• Ability to climb, twist, bend, crouch, stoop, kneel, and crawl
• Ability to move in tight quarters
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Ability to work in all weather conditions as needed
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 15 pounds
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Dress Code and Uniform

• Well-groomed appearance
• Adherence to department dress code

Travel required

• 25% of the time

EEO statement

flyExclusive does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sex stereotyping, gender identity, gender expression or transgender status), national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, age, protected genetic information, status as a parent, marital status, political affiliation, or retaliation based on prior protected EEO activity.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required education and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Safety Management, and Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or Safety related field required
• 5+ years of related experience
• 3 to 5 years in supervisory role
• Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States without sponsorship
• Candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background check prior to employment. This includes verification of previous employment, education, criminal history, and any other relevant information necessary to determine the suitability for the position.