What are the responsibilities and job description for the HQA Director, QHSE Field Safety position at Swissport International AG?
Overview:
Qualifications
Physical Demands
Work Environment
What we offer
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
The Director of QHSE - Field Safety NOAM is responsible for leading strategies for North American operations. They will oversee and be responsible for the Company safety, security and environmental processes; and understand business from both an operational and financial perspective. Have the leadership acumen to help drive a company culture that values the safety and security of employees and customers as a business imperative.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
- Strategically lead the Safety & Compliance programs for Ground Handling and Fueling operations.
- Promote a positive and just culture which recognizes, and rewards safe behaviors and safe work practices and drives accountability across the business.
- Mentor, lead, and develop QHSE managers within organization to provide quality consultative services to operations.
- Ensure that Swissport’s Global QHSE Management System is fully implemented within North America as a minimum standard, as well as contributing as a Subject Matter Expert to the evolution and improvement of Swissport’s global QHSE standards.
- Maintain currency of the safety program by monitoring legislative actions, evaluating new requirements and developing new programs as necessary.
- Oversee the Field Safety Program to support Operations safety culture and compliance with regulatory, company, and customer requirements.
- Support stations and Corporate Emergency Response preparedness
- Collaborate on response plans for all OSHA/TSA/FAA/EPA inspections/inquiries.
- Monitor and report out on all safety / security related incidents providing valuable trend analysis to drive risk-based resource allocation.
- Coordinate and develop corrective actions and internal consultative services with operation management.
- Review safety investigations relevant to events occurring within the company. Ensure corrective actions are purposeful, complete, and implemented.
- Investigate high profile accidents and coordinate with Insurance and Legal entities as applicable.
- Ensure change management in processes and procedures to provide and maintain safe work practices and environment.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in a senior leadership role within Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental management. Aviation industry/sector preferred.
- Certified Safety Professional certification preferred.
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, Safety Management, Operational Management, or related field.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior executives and cross-functional teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions and provide actionable recommendations.
- Expertise in sustainability practices and initiatives, with a strong understanding of environmental laws and compliance.
- Proven track record of driving operational excellence, risk reduction, and regulatory compliance in large organizations.
- Safety Management System experience preferred.
- Highly organized; superior time management skills.
Physical Demands
- Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl and crouch.
- Frequent travel, up to 50%
- Occasionally required to lift up to 50lbs.
Work Environment
- Job duties will be carried out in multiple environments including office, airport, customer location, and transportation vehicles.
- On call to handle all safety-related emergencies promptly.
What we offer
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where 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
Visit our website at www.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!