Manager, Safety Management System

Metropolitan Airports Commission • Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

The Safety Management System Manager is an integral component of the Metropolitan Airports Commission’s (MAC) focus on safety for its system of airports, specifically for the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, to ensure compliance and promote a safe environment. This position develops and maintains the Airport Safety Management System (SMS) program consistent with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rule for MAC, airport tenants, and stakeholders, and guides and directs the planning, implementation, and operation of the SMS. This is a safety-sensitive position which will require a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in airport operations, business management, or a related field
• Five years of experience in aviation safety, airport operations, or safety/risk management in a regulated environment, with demonstrated experience with Safety Management System (SMS) concepts, processes, or applications.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding safety and employee information
• Demonstrated ability to analyze workflow processes and recommend solutions
• Excellent interpersonal and diplomacy skills
• Intermediate skill level using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Ability to respond to accidents and/or safety incidents any time of the day
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle to commute between job sites

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree
• Previous experience with Part 139 airport operations standards
• Strong knowledge of aviation safety as it relates to FAA, DOT, OSHA, etc.
• Previous experience developing employee safety training programs
• Previous supervisory experience
• Accreditation(s) from American Association of Airport Executives and/or International Airport Management Accreditation Program
• Experience with SMS planning, design, implementation and management

Responsibilities

• SMS Plan Design: Responsible for the Safety Management System program design and administration, including gap analysis, annual program reviews, implementation of new and/or plan changes, and ongoing monitoring of compliance to ensure established policies and procedures are met.
• Works with other departments for the completion of risk analysis of maintenance and construction projects and provides input for department safety program manuals.
• Builds an effective, integrated, and complimentary effort with MAC Risk Management to ensure safety compliance and demonstrates sound business practices.
• Focuses on strategic business practices, is outcome-oriented, focuses on continuous improvement, and demonstrates safety and training management experience at the enterprise level.
• Directs and organizes all phases of work necessary for completion of the SMS program.
• SMS Administration: Implements and administers the organization's SMS programs, processes, and policies.
• Responds to and prepares timely and comprehensive investigations in coordination with Risk Management of accidents and safety incidents.
• Prepares factual reports to appropriate divisions summarizing the circumstances and root causes of the accident or incident, and then follows up with recommended corrective and preventative action taken.
• Plans, develops, promotes, and administers safety education programs with respect to the SMS Manual and Safety Management Plan.
• Communicates information, trends, and safety statistics via reports to the CEO, Airport Executive Team, and Commission as needed.
• Acts as a liaison and resource between MAC departments, as well as external customers, vendors, contractors, and other regulatory agencies such as the FAA, National Transportation Safety Board, and other aviation industry safety organizations.
• Tracks safety recommendations, hazards, risks, findings, corrective actions, contributing factors, and causes to ensure accurate reporting and follow-up.
• Analyzes trends and statistics based on SMS data and makes recommendations to executive staff and organizes safety risk management panels.
• Conducts safety inspections and assessments.
• Develops employee safety training and department goals and procedures.
• Conducts other duties as assigned.
• Safety Advocate: Demonstrates excellent safety behavior and attitude, follows regulatory practices and rules, recognizes and promotes hazard reporting, and ensures effective safety reporting.
• Receives and resolves complaints in conjunction with the Risk Management and SMS operational issues.
• Promotes a safety culture amongst staff, tenants, and stakeholders through regularly scheduled safety meetings and inspections.
• Develops and maintains communication systems for distributing safety information to employees and tenants as part of safety promotion.
• Responsible for auditing each department’s safety training and reporting procedures and deficiencies.
• Builds and maintains excellent working relationships with airport safety committee(s) and all stakeholders.
• Represents the organization on local and national government and industry committees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior