Aviation Safety Specialist

About Airbus Australia Pacific

Airbus Australia Pacific is part of Airbus Group, a global pioneer in aerospace and defence related services whose companies include Airbus, Airbus Helicopters and Airbus Defence and Space, employing people across sites in Australia and New Zealand. With the largest market share in civilian and military helicopters, the company supports more than 500 Airbus Helicopters and is well recognised as a leading Through-Life-Support provider in military fixed wing and helicopter platforms.

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated Aviation Safety Specialist to step up and act as our primary Subject Matter Expert across Australia and New Zealand. If you are passionate about creating a proactive safety culture, leading investigations, and driving the evolution of our Safety Management System (SMS), this internal role offers the chance to make a real impact on our operational integrity and strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and embedding our SMS network across the region, guiding local SMS Officers and driving a strong safety culture
• Serving as the primary expert for aviation safety investigations, working to identify root causes and ensure meaningful corrective actions are taken
• Working directly with operational teams to run risk assessments and manage change without sacrificing business efficiency
• Tracking global aviation incidents and safety intelligence to turn real-world data into practical training and lessons learned for our teams
• Shaping tailored Human Factors and operational safety training programs across our business units
• Partnering with global safety experts across Airbus Helicopters, Airbus Commercial, and Airbus Defence & Space to share best practices and continuous improvements
• Acting as a trusted advisor to management, contractors, and operational teams on all things safety and compliance

Essential Requirements

• A proven track record in an aviation environment (at least 10 years) with deep knowledge of civil and defence aviation regulations
• Demonstrated expertise in leading complex aircraft incident/accident investigations and conducting activity- or site-based risk assessments
• Formal qualifications in investigation methodologies (ICAO or equivalent), auditing standards (e.g. ISO 9001/45001), and safety/health disciplines or Defence Aviation Safety Officer (ASO) credentials
• Practical experience in Human Factors and a clear understanding of both leading and lagging safety metrics
• A collaborative, pragmatic leadership style able to communicate complex ideas clearly, resolve conflicts, and build lasting relationships across matrix teams

Desirable

• Qualifications in Human Factors or a Cert IV in Training and Assessment
• Familiarity with Airbus systems, including AH MyCES COM-16 and COM-20 standards

How to Apply

You must be eligible for an Australian Government Security Clearance and have the capacity to satisfy pre-employment medical screening which may include drug and alcohol testing. Applications close 11 October 2026.