Deputy Head of Safety & Compliance

Aims International Malta

  • Malta Island
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Our client, a well-known commercial airline company, is seeking to recruit an experienced aviation professional for the position of Deputy Head of Safety & Compliance.The role supports the Head of Safety & Compliance in maintaining full regulatory compliance within an EASA-regulated and IOSA environment. The selected candidate must be capable of immediate operational deployment with minimal onboarding.Responsibilities:
  • Support the Head of Safety & Compliance in maintaining the Compliance Monitoring Programme in accordance with EU Regulation 965/2012 (Air OPS), EU Regulation 1321/2014 (Part-CAMO / Part-145), and IOSA Standards.
  • Plan, coordinate and conduct internal and external compliance audits across operational departments.
  • Develop and maintain audit plans and audit checklists.
  • Monitor and ensure timely closure of audit findings and corrective actions.
  • Oversee compliance of contracted and subcontracted organisations.
  • Liaise with the Competent Authority during regulatory surveillance activities.
  • Monitor regulatory changes and ensure appropriate internal dissemination.
  • Support operational risk oversight and Safety Management System activities.
  • Assist in safety data monitoring, occurrence reporting oversight, and trend analysis.
  • Maintain compliance and safety documentation and support governance meetings (SRB/MRB).
Requirements:
  • Proven experience in Compliance Monitoring or Safety role within an EASA AOC environment.
  • Strong working knowledge of EU Regulation 965/2012 and EU Regulation 1321/2014.
  • Working knowledge of Occurrence Reporting requirements.
  • Working knowledge of IOSA Standards (Preferred)
  • Demonstrated audit experience and management of corrective actions.
  • Experience with Flight Operations audits will be considered an asset.
  • Experience liaising with aviation authorities.
  • Solid understanding of Safety Management Systems and risk assessment principles.
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken).
  • Proficient in MS Office applications.
  • Strong analytical, reporting, and organisational skills.
  • High level of integrity and professional judgement.
Benefits:
  • Flexible working hours.
  • Health insurance coverage

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