New Posting - West Jet

WestJet is an organization recognized by its delivery of a remarkable guest experience resulting in us achieving over $3B in sales. In order for our best-in-class airline to be this successful, we require the skills and talents of professionals like you to ensure our ongoing growth. In an industry that is dominated by legacy competitors, you have the opportunity to build your career with an organization driven by progressive strategies, leadership and practices. If you are looking to break out of the status quo by joining a company with a strong growth plan, which consistently ranks as one of the most profitable airlines in the world, and which has a vision to be a top five international airline, WestJet is the place for you!

Posting Open Date: 12/19/2013

Posting Close Date: 01/05/2014 (Please note the posting will close at 11:59pm EST)

SAFETY INVESTIGATOR  

The Safety Investigator is responsible to investigate safety files as assigned by the Manager, Safety and Security. The Safety Investigator is also responsible to assist operational departments conduct risk assessments, and track/validate the effectiveness of corrective actions plans.

RESPONSIBILTIES:

·         Conducts accident/incident investigations in accordance with described process in the Encore Safety Manual (ESM)

·         Investigative assignments will include files relating to: Flight Safety, Airport Safety, Inflight Safety, Maintenance Safety, and OH&S

·         Conducts safety auditing of airport operations

·         Conducts follow up on all safety concerns reported to the WestJet Encore safety department and operational management

·         Obtains and reviews aircrew, air traffic control, weather data and aircraft maintenance history

·         Ensures investigation actions are accurately documented in the company safety database

·         Trending of occurrences in the company safety database

·         Recommends, tracks and verifies the effectiveness of corrective action plans

·         Notifies the Manager, Safety and Security and the responsible manager immediately if a regulatory violation is discovered during the course of an investigation

·         Liaises with Maintenance Quality Assurance Auditors when maintenance compliance issues are detected to ensure they are captured with the appropriate Corrective Action Plan (CAP)

·         Assists with and/or conducts proactive risk assessments

·         Attends, participates and/or leads workplace health and safety committees meetings

·         Act on behalf of the Manager, Safety and Security in his absence, including; carrying out daily responsibilities including but not limited to liaising with Transportation Safety Board of Canada and immediate escalation of any significant risk to safe flight operations.

·         Performs other duties as assigned by the Manager, Safety and Security

REQUIREMENTS:

·         Holds or has held an AME license or Pilot license preferred

·         Aviation/technical diploma or equivalent combination of education/experience

·         Formal accident/incident investigator training preferred

·         Technical Operations/Flight Operations and/or Airports below the wing experience

·         Experience participating in and leading OH&S committees

·         Strong knowledge of CARs relating to airline operations, airworthiness, and SMS preferred

·         Excellent communication skills – both written and oral

·         Ability to prioritize quickly and efficiently

·         Ability to travel at short notice

WestJet is Canada's most preferred airline, operating over one hundred aircraft to destinations in North America, Central America and the Caribbean.  We are recognized as a Top Employer in Canada and our more than 9000 employees work hard to ensure we maintain our position as one of Canada's most respected corporate cultures.  With the launch of WestJet Encore, we will continue our steady growth by offering flights and jobs to more cities in Canada.
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest in WestJet.  We believe in enriching the lives of everyone in WestJet's world and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.  If you inspire greater creativity and innovation towards reaching new altitudes and meet the qualifications for the position in which you are interested, we welcome you to complete an online application.  WestJet is a great place to land - powered by Talent and Growth.  Safety comes first at WestJet.