New Posting - Airports Council International

Assistant Manager, Airport Safety
Aiports Council International - Montréal, QC

I. Major Functions:  Assists the Director with the work of the section as a technical expert in the domain of airport safety and operations, liaising with ACI regions as required. II. Major Duties and Accountabilities:  Assistance with (as directed): Reviewing ACI APEX in Safety reports (e.g. to identify common problems and advise on follow-up actions) and other APEX –related work Support to the APEX programme – guidance materials etc Reviewing agendas and minutes of ICAO Panel and Study Group meetings to decide when and where to intervene Preparation of formal responses to ICAO, including State Letters, working papers, etc ACI input to ICAO documents such as Airport Planning Manual, where ICAO is asking the industry to provide input Production of ACI Safety Handbooks - e.g. early tasks will include bringing forward handbooks scheduled for 2017 (RFF, Winter Ops) and earlier publication of handbooks scheduled for 2016 (Apron Markings, Airport Construction Work) Consultancy – framework and opportunities: could include airport certification, SMS etc Events (safety) e.g. ACI World safety symposia, ICAO-ACI Wildlife Symposium (May 2016) Airport Safety Week, cooperation with Regions on their events (e.g. ACI-Europe/Asia-Pacific’s Airport Exchange, etc), ICAO, IATA etc Compilation of information on safety and technical issues – eg navigation issues, drones. Drafting ACI safety policies Collecting and processing ACI safety key performance indicators Collating safety information from ACI members Liaison with other industry groups Drafting of articles for publications III. Supervisory Responsibilities: None IV. Working Relationships: Internal : report to Director, Safety & Technical Affairs and Manager, Airport Safety and Operations liaise with other ACI staff as required liaise with ACI regional offices as required External : liaise with staff of other international organisations and agencies as required respond to queries from ACI members draft information to ACI members on safety related issues represent ACI at safety and operations forums Other duties as assigned V. Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge/Education : University degree in a technical subject, e.g. engineering, design, planning, safety (those with an equivalent qualification may be considered) Desirable: supplementary airport or aviation-related professional qualification Experience/Years and Type Required: at least two years’ aviation experience Desirable: experience in airport operations, operational safety and/or safety management systems at an airport, preferably working for an airport operator, with international aviation organization, CAA or other relevant organization Desirable: previous experience of working with ICAO, and knowledge of Annex 14 Desirable: experience in emergency preparedness, contingency planning and/or business recovery Desirable: experience in safety auditing and/or inspection Desirable: experience in workplace health and safety Desirable: experience as an instructor or presenter Skills and Abilities Excellent written (document-writing, e.g. policies, procedures, recommended practices, manuals) and spoken English skills, Working knowledge of other languages desirable –French and/or Spanish an advantage Pro-active, collegial, tactful, diplomatic and discreet in all dealings Establish and maintain good relationships with ACI staff members, Develop close relationships with ACI regional offices Ability to work in a service-orientated culture, delivering excellent service levels to ACI members Carry out all tasks required effectively, accurately and quickly Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office) Ability to communicate in a welcoming, effective and dynamic manner VI. Team Values Individual must display following values: Integrity Member Focus Professionalism Team Work Job Type: Full-time Required experience: Experience in airport operations, operational safety and/or safety management systems at an airport: 2 years Required education: Bachelor's For further information, or to apply, please click here