The Area Safety Manager will assist the field-based operations teams in ensuring a safe environment and regulatory compliance. Additionally, this role will be responsible for routine visits to numerous Signature Aviation locations, appropriately managing incidents and investigations, and conducting compliance assessments.

*Open to travel and ability to be on call 24/7/365

• Lead, influence, and drive best in class behavioral based safety practices
• Act as the subject matter expert for all matters as they relate to applicable Aviation, Occupational, and Environmental regulations to assist the Operations Department
• Provide in-person and remote coaching and Safety/Security assistance to an applicable network of bases as appropriate.
• Conduct internal or external safety assurance practices, including audits and investigations.
• Promote and implement Safety Management System standards, furthering Signatures Safety Culture.
• Lead major investigations as necessary related to property damage or injuries.
• Partner with leadership to impart and promote safety requirements and best practices
• Manage applicable portions of the Safety Database supporting the Safety/Security and Operations Departments.
• Assist with Quality Control for deicing and fuel, including coaching base Team Members.
• Assist with local emergency preparation and response as needed
• Assist with operational planning during major events
• Analyze and interpret U.S. and foreign government safety-related regulations
• Recommend enhancements to safety-related policies and procedures
• Active involvement to support the implementation of strategic safety business plans to support operations
• Promote and develop clear and open communication throughout the company and all departments
• Participate and assist, as requested, in organizing the company participation for programs and functions, including but not limited to conventions, seminars, Senior Management Committee, Advisory Board, etc.
• Assist, as needed, in developing technology to support business development, efficiencies, and positioning for expansion.
• Ability to be on call 24/7/365

Minimum Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelors’ degree for a four-year college or university; five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional knowledge and skills:

• Preferable experience includes working knowledge of U.S. Occupational Health and Safety (OSHA) regulations and/or Canada’s Occupational Health and Safety Standards (OH&S).
• In-depth knowledge of aviation operations, specifically business and general aviation and FBO operations.
• Working knowledge of Environmental Protection Agency standards.
• Working knowledge of National Fire Protection Agency requirements.
• Working knowledge of Transportation Security Agency regulations.
• Computer and MS Office skills.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status.