WFS, a member of the SATS Group, is a global air cargo logistics leader and best in class ground handling partner.
We offer services for Air Cargo, Ground Handling and specialist needs. 
SATS-WFS has a strong presence across a combined network of over 215 locations and employs over 46 000 of the finest professionals all over the world.  

Mission:

This position is responsible for the planning, implementing and operating the WFS EMEAA Safety Management System (SMS) including Aviation Safety and Employee’s Safety.

Responsibilities:

• Designs, implements, and manages the operation of the Safety Management System
• Works with WFS stakeholders to implement Manual, Policies, Standards, training materials and controls to support a culture of Safety
• Models and promotes an organizational culture that fosters safety practices through effective leadership
• Is Involved in the development and updating of emergency response plans and procedures
• Ensures regional Safety related Manuals are aligned with other applicable global/regional manuals (e.g., Cargo Handling Manual, Global Security Standard, GOM…)
• Ensures that Safety risk assessments are conducted when applicable and establishes/leads key risk reduction initiatives
• Administers any safety-related surveys at regional level
• Oversees Regional Safety Audit Program in partnership with EMEAA internal audit team
• Analyzes safety information in a timely manner
• Provides EMEAA Safety metrics/program performance monitoring and reporting to applicable business.
• Monitors and evaluates the results of corrective actions using Pulse
• Ensuring safety-related information, including organization goals and objectives, are made available to all personnel through established communication processes.
• Work closely with communication team and training departments to develop Safety promotion
• Develops/maintains strong and positive working relationships with airlines, customers, regulators, professional bodies, external experts, and WFS internal and external stakeholders
• Monitors the industry for safety concerns that could affect WFS
• Mentors/develops WFS Safety professionals, optimizes the competences of local Safety experts
• Liaise with other regional Safety experts representatives (North America, Brazil) to align SMS strategies

Qualifications:

• Full-time experience in Aviation Safety/Occupational Health in the capacity of an aviation safety investigator, safety/ quality manager or safety risk manager
• Sound knowledge of the WFS‘s operations, procedures and activities
• Broad aviation technical knowledge
• Extensive knowledge of Safety Management Systems (SMS)
• An understanding of Risk Management principles and techniques to support the SMS
• Experience implementing and/or managing SMS
• Experience in writing SMS Manuals
• Experience and qualifications in accident/ incident investigation and human factors
• Experience and qualifications in conducting safety/ quality audits and inspections
• Sound knowledge of aviation regulatory frameworks, including ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPS), relevant Civil Aviation Regulations and ISAGO
• Computer literacy and superior analytical skills

Competencies:

• Leads by example demonstrating an excellent safety behavior and attitude, following regulatory rules and practices and promoting effective safety reporting
• Very Good oral and written communication skills, excellent in interpersonal, presentation and communication skills and ability to communicate at all levels both inside and outside the company
• Ability to be firm in conviction, promote a just and fair culture and yet advance an open and non-punitive atmosphere for reporting
• Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership skills including the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop, and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues in a matrix organization to achieve meaningful outcomes and creates business impact
• Must be a self- starter and able to work independently
• Strong problem-solving skills, ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a matrix environment
• Teamwork: Working as part of a team, enjoying what (s)he does, collaborating with colleagues and relying on their expertise to make a valuable contribution 
• Customer Focus: Working proactively with customers (internal or external) to ensure the proper delivery of her/his role’s expectations
• Integrity: Communicating with respect and honesty, being aligned on the proper code of conduct and ethics
• Responsibility: Being trusted and accountable for her/his actions including the effect on people around, leading by example
• Safety & Security: always Consider S&S as the number one priority, respecting compliance, rules and regulations