Reporting to the EHS Director, the Aviation Safety Management Systems, Manager is responsible for assisting with the continued development, implementation, management and integration of the Safety Management System by ensuring that the program framework meets local Aviation Regulations.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Maintain the Safety Management System (SMS) framework
• Ensure that the SMS program and processes meet regulatory requirements, facilitate internal audits as per the Aviation Safety Management System Manual
• Participate in the identification of aviation safety objectives, goals, and performance measures
• Facilitate and assist Hazard and Control Owners in the Risk Assessments and Incident Review process while identifying causal factors as well as root cause analysis. Ensure corrective actions and agreed timelines are outcomes
• Support, coordinate, conduct and lead investigations into airside safety incidents and/or identified systemic issues in partnership with an identified Single Point of Contact from the SMS Working Group
• Maintain the SMS database of incidents/hazards and reviewing Safety Performance Indicators (SPIs) monthly and monitoring the progress of corrective action plans and system review follow ups
• Assist and support the Manager, Aviation Safety Management Systems on preparing for committee and industry meetings

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Post-secondary diploma in Airport Management and/or five (5) years of combined equivalent work experience in airport airside operations and the US Aviation Regulations
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in the development, implementation, and administration of a Safety Management System which includes auditing
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in aviation operations with a working level knowledge of airport airside operations and programs, as well as an understanding of protocols and procedures related to aviation safety at USVI Airport
• Valid driver’s license (class G) with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a licensed driver
• Ability to obtain a ‘D’ AVOP
• Ability to obtain and retain a Transportation Security Clearance
• Knowledge of Safety Management legislation, policies, procedures and relevant acts, regulations, standards, recommended practices and procedures related to SMS
• Ability to maintain concentration and attention to detail, conduct and analyze audit reports, and provide feedback and recommendations
• Ability to discover and assess contributing and causal factors associated with airside incidents, accidents or safety reports
• Knowledge of Safety Management legislation, policies, procedures and relevant acts, regulations, standards, recommended practices and procedures related to SMS
• Ability to maintain concentration and attention to detail, conduct and analyze audit reports, and provide feedback and recommendations
• Ability to discover and assess contributing and causal factors associated with airside incidents, accidents or safety reports
• Ability to clearly impart knowledge and understanding of SMS requirements to a wide audience
• Ability to develop and facilitate training courses and surveys
• Solution and result-oriented mindset, with strong analytical, planning and communications skills (oral, written, and computer)
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills and be meticulous, resourceful, detail oriented and a self-starter who works well as an individual and as a strong member of a dynamic team
• Ability to produce reports for executives
• Intermediate level proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Extent of Public Contact  

• Lessees/Licensees
• Taxi drivers, shuttle drivers and other transportation service providers
• Passengers and airport users
• Public and private sector stakeholders
• Aviation/airport industry associations and colleagues

Working Conditions & Environment 

• Fast-paced business environment
• Airport offices and terminal building
• Local travel for meetings/events with external resources, stakeholders, and airport users
• International travel for meetings