Airfield Safety Officer - Birmingham, United Kingdom - Birmingham Airport Ltd

Birmingham Airport Ltd

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Birmingham, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Title:
Airfield Safety Officer
Contracted Hours: 42

Report to (Role): Airfield Duty Manger

Main Purposes of the Job
The Airfield Safety Officer (ASO) is responsible for providing front line operational oversight of all airfield activities.

The ASO will also provide assurances that a safe environment is being maintained by ensuring that relevant assets and infrastructure are operated safely in line with the requirements of the Aerodrome Licence.

The role also provides a 24/7 presence on the airfield in order to manage and mitigate any wildlife control hazards that may pose a risk to aircraft safety.

The ability to undertake tasks independently within a fast paced, dynamic and operational environment whilst demonstrating strong communication skills within a diverse team is essential to be successful in this role.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Safety Management

Ensuring all available equipment and techniques are utilised effectively to meet the requirements of the Wildlife and Habitat Management Plan, reporting any potential risks to aircraft safety without delay to the ADM.

Fulfil all responsibilities as defined within the BAL Emergency Plan and Snow Plan.

Ensuring all Aerodrome Works are carried out in accordance with aerodrome procedure and Risk and Method Statements through the undertaking of live and post work inspections.

Attendance and participation in safety meetings as required.

Ensure the airfield remains safe and operational during periods of adverse weather including high winds and low visibility through effective implementation of procedures

Maintain comprehensive knowledge of all relevant departmental and BAL documentation, peer reviewing as required

In the event of any safety occurrence, ensure that all perishable evidence is gathered without delay and comprehensive information is collated and submitted within required safety reports

Participate and actively contribute towards safety promotion activities and events

Ensure daily activities on and around the airfield are conducted in accordance with standards and recommended practice to ensure that a safe, efficient, and effective airside operation is maintained.

Undertake safety and compliance audits and inspections as required.

Ensure that the security of the airfield boundary is monitored and maintained at all times

Identify and dynamically manage operational safety risks in accordance with company procedure

Ensure all airside Near Miss events and hazards are captured and recorded within recognised platforms.
Performance

Ensure that all daily duties and monitoring activities are completed in accordance with company procedures

To support in the delivery of KPI's and SPI's as published in the annual Aerodrome Safety Plan

Leading the Team
Ensure that good communication is maintained both internally and with external stakeholders, and that a Just Culture is promoted

Demonstrate the highest levels of integrity at all times
Identify areas for continuous improvement and development opportunities within the team

Demonstrate a commitment towards addressing and resolving any areas where performance or behaviours may fall below levels of those that are expected

Undertake relevant training as required, ensuring competence is maintained to undertake all ASO functions.

Participate and contribute towards the effective implementation of BAL's FOD prevention procedures

Ensure that all non-operational assets are removed from service without delay and reported in line with company procedure
Ensure all movement area inspections are completed in line with local procedure

Carry out such other duties commensurate with the grading of the post which may be determined from time to time

Birmingham Airport Limited reserves the right to vary the duties and responsibilities of employees under conditions prescribed in local agreements. Thus, it must be appreciated that the duties above may be altered in line with the changing needs of the business.

Birmingham Airport Limited requires all employees to comply with the Company's Equal Opportunities Policy.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
£38,014.00 per year

Benefits: