HQA Regional QHSE Manager - Fueling

Swissport International AG•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

The Regional QHSE Manager – Fueling is responsible for implementing and maintaining Swissport’s Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental (QHSE) program for into-plane and M&O fueling operations. The role supports management teams and internal departments and reports to leadership on overall QHSE performance and improvement needs. The position reports directly to the QHSE Director and is responsible for station-level Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental activities, with the objective of reducing employee injuries and aircraft and equipment damage. The role leads regional QHSE programs, audits, performance improvement, risk assessments, incident learning, and compliance with company, client, governmental, and applicable ISO standards. It also supports staff training and development, supply-chain compliance, insured case management, and the development of targeted and strategic QHSE goals and improvement plans. Travel of up to 75%, sometimes with little notice, is required. The expected salary is $85,000–$100,000 per year. Swissport describes itself as a global aviation-services provider offering ground handling, cargo handling, and passenger services. It emphasizes the values “Show You Care,” “Do the Right Things,” and “Win as a Team,” and states a commitment to diversity, equal opportunity, and an inclusive workplace.

Requirements

Willingness and ability to travel up to 75%, sometimes with little notice.
Experience with ATA 103, NFPA, fueling, and/or bulk fuel storage.
Experience with SWPPP and EHS plans.
At least 3 years of experience in a management role.
Ability to prioritize and organize strategic and targeted projects or assignments.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to handle a wide range of situations and personalities.
Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a cooperative, team-oriented attitude.
Public-speaking ability and good presentation skills.
Attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and consistency.
Open-mindedness and commitment to continual improvement and change.
Ability to move between strategic and tactical work, set priorities, and deliver results under challenging conditions and tight deadlines.
Strong verbal, auditory, and written communication skills.
Computer literacy and proficient use of Microsoft Office programs.
Ability to contribute as both a team player and leader.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a QHSE discipline.
CSP, ASP, or CIH certification.
ISO Lead Auditor qualification.

Responsibilities

Lead cultural change within the business to support continuous improvement.
Implement and maintain programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with company, client, and governmental QHSE requirements.
Prepare and maintain required HSE records and reports.
Lead audits and facilitate regional quality performance improvements.
Audit company facilities and workforces in assigned regions.
Keep current with HSE industry trends, legislative changes, and customer requirements.
Develop and facilitate project HSE risk assessments, including HAZID and safety cases.
Communicate lessons learned and improvement opportunities related to non-conformities, root-cause analyses, incidents, near misses, damages, and customer complaints.
Develop and monitor QHSE performance and progress, and prepare and deliver professional presentations.
Monitor insured case management for job injuries, equipment damage, property claims, and environmental claims, working with the Risk Management Team and appropriate Third Party Administrators.
Work with regional leadership to develop targeted and strategic QHSE goals and improvement plans.
Support staff training and development to promote understanding of QHSE standards and business objectives.
Maintain a contract risk register, review QHSE risks, and escalate issues when appropriate.
Maintain quality, safety, and environmental systems and implement and audit them for compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001.
Support supply-chain management and QHSE compliance through Point of Work Assessments, audits, and reviews of operating practices and systems.
Oversee station QHSE activities with the objective of reducing employee injuries and aircraft and equipment damage.