Senior Quality & Safety Specialist - SPARAS

About the role

Toll Aviation is looking for a Senior Quality & Safety Specialist for its SPARAS programme (State Police, Ambulance and Rescue Aviation Services to the South Australian Government). You will report to the Head of Quality and Safety at Toll Helicopters - Rotary Wing and help deliver safe, compliant and effective rotary wing operations. The role contributes to developing and improving the Safety Management System (SMS) and Quality Management System (QMS), and drives continuous improvement and a positive safety culture.

Key responsibilities

• Support the delivery of quality, safety and business improvement initiatives.
• Maintain and enhance the SMS and QMS.
• Analyse safety and quality performance data and prepare reports and meeting packs.
• Conduct audits, investigations and risk assessments to support compliance and operational effectiveness.
• Facilitate Safety Action Group meetings and support quality and safety forums.
• Promote safety awareness, training and continuous improvement across the organisation.

Required profile

• Australian citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances.
• Entitlement to work in Australia and willingness to undergo pre-employment checks, including a criminal history check and medical.
• Demonstrated leadership, including leading teams and guiding others.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and a positive safety culture.

Required skills

• Experience in aviation safety management, quality management, risk management, assurance or a related discipline.
• Experience with aviation quality and safety management systems and knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practice.
• Experience conducting audits, investigations and risk assessments, or willingness to complete gap training.
• Experience using safety and quality management software; Air Maestro is highly regarded.