At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead aviation safety management and ensure compliance with regulations while supporting operations.
- Company: Join Windracers, a pioneering company in the uncrewed aircraft logistics industry.
- Benefits: Exciting career in a cutting-edge field with a focus on safety and innovation.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in aviation safety and be part of a transformative team.
- Qualifications: Experience in aviation safety management and knowledge of UAS regulations required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Windracers are looking to welcome a new role into our Regulations team to support our ever-increasing growth. Within this dual-role, we are looking for an individual to act in the first instance as the Aviation Safety Manager, a nominated Post Holder who understands the UK CAAs Regulations relating to Safety Management Systems (SMS), and has experience in developing and delivering a mature SMS, driving safety culture, conducting investigations and ensuring safety reports are produced in a correct and timely manner. This could be expected to take 50% of their time. For the other half of the role, the individual would act as a general operations specialist. They must have a broad understanding and depth of experience in the broader aviation environment. A comprehensive understanding of airspace, uncrewed aircraft operations, regulations and licensing requirements is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Act as the nominated Safety Manager for Windracers.
- Ensure Windracers SMS complies with all appropriate regulatory requirements and incorporates industry best practices. Implement SMS improvements.
- Administering all Occurrences including AAIB and MOR Reporting via ECCAIRS. Liaise with CAA on reporting processes.
- Prepare and facilitate the Windracers’ quarterly Safety Review Board.
- Provide Expertise on and develop Windracers’ Safety Culture.
- Develop an Internal Safety Audit Plan and conduct audits, safety risk assessments, and hazard identification.
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and safety reports; recommend corrective/preventive measures.
- Serve as the focal point for safety communication across all departments. Promote a safety culture through developing publicity materials and recommending training, awareness programs, and continuous engagement.
- Report routinely to the Windracers Accountable Manager on all aspects of the SMS activities.
- Stay current with local, regional & international regulations & standards related to uncrewed aircraft operations.
- Develop spectrum licensing protocols.
- Develop & implement strategies to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.
- Advise on standard requirements from the aviation authorities & collaborate to integrate innovative technology.
- Coordinate with the flight operations team to enable future operations.
Skills, Experience & Knowledge
- Knowledge of local and international UAS regulatory frameworks such as CAP722, CAP1616, and SORA framework.
- Knowledge of national and international SMS standards.
- Experience working with EASA regulations.
- Understanding of airspace change processes and airspace regulations.
- Understanding of Air Traffic Management.
- Knowledge of communications, navigation, and surveillance (CNS) systems.
- Strong interest in aviation technologies.
- Experience in obtaining aviation permits, licenses, and certifications, preferably in the Uncrewed Aircraft sector.
- Familiarity with Uncrewed Aircraft technology, operations, and the current regulatory landscape.
- Confident in risks assessment and safety management, and the ability to apply them to Uncrewed Aircraft operations.
- Strong understanding of ATM procedures & practices and airspace constructs.
- Degree-level (or experience to match) within aviation, regulatory or safety orientated.
What you'll get:
On offer is a fantastic opportunity to join a business leading the way in the logistics uncrewed aircraft industry to be the low-cost champion of the sky. Our mission and ethos underpinned by our values of a pioneer mindset, agility, respect, achieving together and delivering safely. Please note applicants will need to obtain BPSS security vetting.
Aviation Safety Manager in Hampshire employer: Windracers
Windracers is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of the uncrewed aircraft logistics industry. With a strong commitment to safety and innovation, employees benefit from a collaborative work culture that values agility and respect, alongside opportunities for professional growth in a rapidly evolving sector. Joining Windracers means contributing to a pioneering mission while enjoying a supportive environment that prioritises safety and teamwork.
