Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.” 

We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe.  

Job Summary

As our Senior Safety Advisor, you will support safety standards across our Melbourne operations and partner with leaders to help foster a strong safety-first culture.

This role will support day-to-day safety activities across the operation, including hazard identification, risk management, incident support, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role will work closely with operational leaders and employees to promote safe work practices and support compliance with relevant legislation, organisational policies, and safety frameworks.

From time to time, the role may also provide ad hoc support to other operational locations as required.

Some flexibility may be required to support operational needs, including occasional travel and out-of-hours support where necessary.

Your profile

You will be a practical and collaborative safety professional who enjoys working closely with operational stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

You will bring the ability to:

• • Support a safe working environment and promote a strong safety culture
  • Build positive working relationships across operational teams
  • Prioritise work effectively and manage competing deadlines
  • Support compliance with relevant legislation, standards and organisational policies
  • Partner with staff, supervisors and managers to implement practical safety improvements
  • Provide guidance to leaders and employees on safety, security and environmental matters
  • Support reporting, reviews, and incident investigations as required
  • Assist with the delivery of safety-related training and inductions
  • Contribute to continuous improvement across safety systems and practices

Experience and Competencies

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• • Experience in a workplace safety, WHS or similar advisory role
  • Understanding of WHS frameworks, practices and principles
  • Experience supporting incident investigations, risk management and safety reporting
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • The ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
  • Solid Microsoft Office and database skills, including data analysis and reporting
  • Contractor management exposure
  • A practical, solutions-focused approach in operational environments

Desirable:

• Experience in aviation, ground operations, transport, logistics or another operationally complex environment
• Working knowledge of Australian aviation regulations, airport and airline operational procedures
• Exposure to ISO standards, auditing, risk management, or incident investigation frameworks

Qualifications

Relevant qualifications in one or more of the following will be highly regarded:

• Work Health and Safety (WHS) or equivalent
• Incident Investigation
• Quality Auditing
• Risk Management

What we offer

• Permanent secure employment
• Career development opportunities across Swissport’s global network
• Industry benefits and development opportunities
• The opportunity to contribute to a safety-first culture within a global aviation organisation

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you.

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive success. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Visit our website at https://careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport.

Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation!

Only Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, or New Zealand citizens with valid working rights in Australia may apply.