ARCO Worldwide Services Limited (AWS) is a diversified indigenous company that leverages the latest UAV technologies and software to provide integrated high-tech solutions across multiple sectors in Nigeria including the Oil, Gas, Defense, Telecommunications, Agriculture and Power sectors. As a business, AWS is committed to delivering excellent customized services for Inspection, Mapping, Surveying, Photogrammetry and Data analysis in various onshore and offshore locations. The AWS Team brings together a unique blend of skills in technology, analysis and aviation, with a common interest in providing actionable data to deliver professional, high quality, and efficient services in real time to their clients.
About the job
The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and implementing effective safety measures to enhance the overall safety performance of our organization.
He/She will work closely with various stakeholders to assess risks, develop safety protocols, and promote a culture of safety throughout the organization.
The successful candidate must have a thorough understanding of NCAA and ICAO aviation safety rules, regulations, and procedures, with a sound knowledge of JARUS SORA along with relevant certifications and ISO audit compliance.
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with NCAA and ICAO aviation safety rules, regulations, and procedures.
Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s safety management system (SMS) in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Supports operational departments and managers on the use of Safety Management processes (e.g., assisting operational personnel in conducting risk assessments according to a common risk assessment methodology and assigning effective, operationally relevant controls).
Coaching and training staff in the use of Safety Management tools and methodologies as described in the SMS manual (or equivalent).
Conduct safety assessments, audits, and inspections to identify potential hazards and assess the effectiveness of existing safety measures.
Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Coordinate safety training and awareness programs for employees, contractors, and other stakeholders.
Monitor and analyze safety data, trends, and performance indicators to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to enhance safety performance.
Liaise with regulatory authorities, industry organizations, and other stakeholders to stay updated on relevant safety regulations, standards, and best practices.
Prepare reports and documentation for regulatory submissions, audits, and inspections.
Collaborate with internal departments, including operations, maintenance, and training, to ensure that safety requirements are integrated into all aspects of the company’s operations.
Foster a positive safety culture throughout the organization; includes promoting an open reporting culture and ensuring that punitive actions are not taken against individuals making voluntary or mandatory safety reports.
Monitors how the just culture policy is applied, and reports to the Accountable Executive when issues are identified.
Ensure that the reporting system is effective and that occurrences have been timely and properly analyzed; in particular, ensuring that identified root cause(s) of incidents, accidents, and failures within the system are relevant and mitigated accordingly to prevent recurrence.
Encourage operational departments and/or individuals to take ownership of safety issues and risks.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Aeronautical Engineering, Safety Management, or a related field.
M.Sc./MBA Degree is an added advantage.
Professional certification in aviation safety management (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, IS-BAO) is required.
Certification and sound knowledge in JARUS SORA would be an added advantage.
