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At Piedmont Airlines, our strength is the way we deliver industry-leading service to our customers and airline partners. To continue our standard of excellence, Piedmont is seeking a motivated, reliable leader to join our team as a Director, Ground Safety in our Safety Department. The primary responsibility of the position is leading the ground safety team and mentoring ground handling management to ensure and enhance compliance with safety and security procedures. The Director, Ground Safety should possess extensive operational experience and professional qualifications in aviation. The successful candidate will also possess regional airline experience, specifically ten years of ramp and gate management. This position will report to the Vice President, Safety and Regulatory Compliance.
Essential Duties:
Act as liaison between the Safety and Ground Handling Departments
Actively support the company’s Safety Management System (SMS) (14 CFR 5)
Develop and initiate innovative ways to increase the level of safety and security throughout the ground handling organization
Thoroughly manage the ground damage investigation and safety assurance process at all ground handling locations
Develop and initiate innovative ways to increase the level of safety and security throughout the company organization
Assign projects, tasks, follow-up to Senior Manager(s), Ground Safety, Ground Safety Manager(s), and Occupation Health Programs Manager, based on department need and trends regarding regulatory non-compliance to include Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), environmental, security, ground damage, and on-the-job (OJI) data
Program management of the ground handling employee injury and ground damage prevention programs
Develop and monitor programs designed for ground handling leadership on the application of safety procedures and ground damage prevention programs
Oversee employee OJI investigations, root cause identification, trend analysis, and reduction programs
Oversee and manage the Occupational Health, Respirator, and Hearing Conservation Programs
Assist in the development and monitoring of local corrective action plans in response to company and regulatory agency findings, to include composing responses to reporting agencies
Be a liaison between the company, other ground handling providers, regulatory agencies, and other airlines
Develop and champion effective safety committees for the system and individual locations
Manage Ground Safety Reports (GSR) investigations and follow-up actions
Support hub and key city safety recognition programs
Conduct safety evaluations, audits, and inspections
Develop and manage relevant budget
Actively participate in Eagle Ground Operations Manual (EGOM) and Eagle Ground Deice Manual (EGDIM) stakeholder activities
Job Qualifications and Competencies:
Experience within an airline safety department managing people and programs
Knowledge of Safety Management Systems and Security Management Systems (14 CFR 5)
Regional airline experience
Ten (10) years of ramp and gate management experience
Thorough knowledge of relevant government regulations to include OSHA, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Demonstrated experience developing and managing innovative incident prevention and safety recognition programs
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to defuse difficult situations and manage personnel related issues
A team player possessing the ability to work independently and excellent communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and desire to learn new automation tools
Preferred Qualifications:
Possession of an FAA Certificate, another similar aviation credentials, or a relevant undergraduate/graduate degree/course work
Three (3) years of civilian or military aviation experience in flight, technical operations, maintenance, ramp operations, or a combination of all
Previous airline auditing or safety/security investigation experience
Academic safety education or training
Work Environment:
Standard office environment, use of telephones, computers, and other office equipment
Some travel may be required
Physical Requirements:
The above statements provide a brief description of the general nature of work performed and are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Duties and expectations are subject to change as needed.
Employment is contingent upon a valid driver’s license and a clear driving record, 10-year Criminal History Records Check, and drug screen as required. We also require proof of high school or GED completion. Minimum 18 years of age.
Benefit package includes paid training, holiday pay, 401(k), vacation, and family travel on the American Airlines network. Medical and dental available.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer performance-based bonuses and relocation packages, subject to company policy and performance metrics.
Job Application Deadline:
April 30, 2024