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 expected pay rate is $90k-$135k/year. Full-time employees are offered a range of health and wellness benefits as well as 401(k) with company match paid vacation time, sick time, and company paid holidays.

This role requires an innovative and experienced self-starter with the confidence and capability to guide and shape a forward-thinking safety assurance strategy with multiple facets. Through proactive stakeholder management, this leader is a true business partner to key departments to drive strategic safety practices across the enterprise creating a risk based approach to safety mitigation and compliance.

Employee may also be responsible for performing other job duties occasionally as assigned.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain a QHSE audit team and program ensuring oversight and validation of SOP compliance of all regional stations operational lines of business including Ground Handling, Fuel, and Cargo as applicable
Act as the lead Security representative for Swissport NOAM
Represent as Swissport NOAMs Security subject matter expert during interactions with the Transportation Security Administration and customers
Oversee Environmental Program, Security Program, and data analysis processes
Assist in attaining and maintaining ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certifications
Be an agent for and lead cultural change within the business to ensure continuous improvement
Drive behavioral based safety initiatives through risk-based safety assurance and safety promotion programs
Implement and maintain programs, policies and procedures to ensure full compliance with company, client and governmental QHSE requirements
Prepare and maintain required QHSE records and reports
Lead auditor and facilitator of Quality performance improvements in the region
Audit company facilities and workforce in the assigned region
Keep abreast of current QHSE industry trends, new legislative impacts and customer requirements
Work with stations directly to ensure effectivity of corrective actions for all audit findings or external commitments
Develop and facilitate project QHSE risk assessments (e.g. HAZID, safety cases)
Communicate lessons learned from incidents or other opportunities for improvement by performing or facilitating:
o non-conformity reports
o Contributing factor analysis
o Investigations of incidents, near misses and damages
o Customer complaints
o Key Performance Indicators
Develop and monitor safety performance and progress
Prepare and deliver professional presentations
Align with region leadership to develop QHSE Goals & Improvement plans both targeted and strategic
Performs other related duties as assigned

Key Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

In depth knowledge of TSA regulations as they apply to Ground Handling, Fueling, and Cargo operations Extensive knowledge of current company safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Strong supervisory and leadership skills Computer proficient, specifically with Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications and Competencies

7 years experience in QHSE leadership role Bachelors Degree in QHSE disciplines preferred Passenger Airline experience preferred CSP, ASP, or CIH Certification preferred ISO Lead Auditor preferred Self-Starter, able to prioritize and organize targeted and strategic projects or assignments Able to deal with a wide range of situations and personalities, good interpersonal skills Able to work well under pressure and maintain a team spirit and cooperative attitude Able to conduct public speaking, good presentation skills Detail-oriented, excellent organizational and consistency skills Open minded, committed to continual improvement Ability to influence culture and be a change agent Ability to move back and forth between the strategic and tactical aspects of the role, set priorities and produce results under challenging conditions with tight deadlines Strong verbal, auditory & written communication skills Team player and leader Ability to travel up to 50%, sometimes on short notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Swissport as an equal opportunity employer bases its hiring decisions on business needs and the best qualified candidates available and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of any protected category. Candidates who are offered employment may be subject to a criminal record and other background checks as permitted or required by company policy or applicable law.

What we offer

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance