Description
About [redacted]
[redacted], Inc. (BAI) is a trusted leader in private aviation, with a portfolio of services that includes Government, Scheduled and On-Demand Freight, Maintenance, and FBO operations. BAI was formed in 1983 in Austin, Texas. Shortly thereafter, in 1987, BAI extended its aviation services by becoming a Department of Defense CARB Approved Air Carrier with worldwide operating authority and has provided specialty aviation services to various branches of the U.S. Military and other U.S. Government organizations. BAI conducts CONUS and OCONUS operations with a fleet of over 31 aircraft, with past and current OCONUS operations including, Hawaii, Marshall Islands, Johnston Island, Afghanistan, Peru, and Africa.
Our customers include all branches of the U.S. Military, Fortune 500 companies, and other Part 135 and 121 Air Carriers. BAI has twice been awarded the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Award for Excellence. BAI has grown into a dynamic, customer-focused company with the knowledge, experience and manpower to operate on short notice with turnkey safe aviation services. All flight operations are conducted by comprehensively trained and experienced pilots working closely alongside our 24-hour dispatch personnel to maintain a thorough emphasis on safety and on-time arrivals.
We are experiencing continued success and growth as BAI is always expanding our operations into new markets. Services are provided with the utmost security and safety measures.
[redacted], Inc., an Acorn Growth Company, is a world-wide organization currently employing approximately 275+ employees. The corporate headquarters is located in San Marcos, TX.
Mission Statement:
\'To continuously raise the bar for safety and customer satisfaction while demonstrating an uncommon ability to execute under the most challenging circumstances and the most difficult client requirements\'.
Position Summary
The Director of Safety (DOS) reports directly to the Company President on safety-related matters and advises and assists company managers in complying with applicable Federal, State, and Local aviation and safety regulations and with company policies and procedures as outlined within the company manual systems. The DOS manages the company Safety Management System (SMS) in accordance with 14 CFR Part 5, the Internal Evaluation Program (IEP), the Emergency Response Program (ERP), all aspects of company Environmental Health and Safety, and any other current or future-implemented safety-related programs.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed below satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions Statement:
Safety Policy, Safety Promotion, Safety Assurance and Safety Risk Management IAW 14 CFR Part 5
Develop, implement, manage, and continually improve the BAI SMS
Design, publish, and implement program-specific addendums to the BAI SMS Manual.
Administer and continually improve the BAI Emergency Response Plan, inclusive of program-specific addendums.
Develop and implement applicable training materials to ensure the effectiveness of the BAI SMS, IEP, ERP, and the growth of BAI’s safety culture.
Maintain close contact with CONUS and OCONUS personnel to identify safety and environmental hazards, risks, and promote the reduction or elimination of potentially hazardous conditions that may lead to accidents, occupational injuries, illnesses, deaths, and safety-related financial losses.
Advise the executive management team on all safety related matters that could impact operations.
Initiate, oversee and participate in the BAI Aviation Safety Committee.
Administer BAI Internal Evaluation Program.
Administer internal safety audits in accordance with all applicable directives and regulations.
Responsible for ensuring all safety-related investigations are completed in a thorough and timely manner.
Perform routine environmental health and safety inspections/audits throughout all facilities.
Investigate and determine root cause; design and implement mitigation plan with associated department; and create reports and properly record incidents and accidents.
Work closely with Supervisors and Human Resources in coordination of information for all on the job injuries and prepare 1st Report of Injury form for submission to Worker’s Compensation Insurance Carrier.
Responsible for ensuring all applicable Safety and Environmental Health posters in all common areas are up to date and pertinent to industry.
Ensure all employees are issued and utilizing job specific Personal Protection Equipment as required.
Create and maintain a current Emergency Evacuation Route.
Responsible for training, maintaining and tracking employee requirements for health and safety regulations.
Provide support to management regarding safety regulations.
Manage accurate and timely reporting to Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) and other relevant organizations.
Conduct Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
Develop, implement and maintain programs as they pertain to workplace environmental health and safety.
Responsible for Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) compliance rainfall recording and sampling, site inspections and maintaining compliance records.
Work with management to develop safety related goals and targets and track progress towards them
Competency Statements
Must meet the minimum qualifications IAW 14 CFR Part 119.39 and 119.65
Must have extensive operational experience and professional qualifications in aviation.
Must have knowledge of aviation safety management policies, procedures, and best practices.
Must be able to continually evaluate the efficacy of the SMS and implements improvement processes, ensuring the growth of BAI’s SMS and safety culture.
Must have extensive knowledge in supporting aviation operations in austere locations.
Exercise strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately interface with military and civilian customers as well as contractors and aircrew.
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Strong understanding of industry rules, regulations, and legal codes.
Good mentoring, training, and feedback skills.
Good project management and budgeting skills.
Strong customer-service orientation.
Strong organizational and attention to detail skills to ensure programs and deadlines are maintained.
Exhibits a professional manner and attitude.
Strong interpersonal skills to successfully manage large, high-impact, multi-discipline teams.
Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
Required Education and Experience
Education: Associates degree in Aviation Safety and Industrial Safety or other related degree; or experience listed below in lieu of degree.
Experience:
2+ years of aviation safety management;
2+ years of facility environmental, health and safety administration or management
Computer Skills: Mastery of basic documents, spreadsheet and presentations programs; familiar with SMS management software and functionality; familiar with operating airborne mission computers and related systems without hesitation.
Preferred Education and Experience
Education: Bachelors of Science Degree in Aviation, Management or other related degree.
Experience:
Experience in supervisor position in an aviation safety management role
Aviation environment; FAA/DOT regulated industry
Laws/Regulations: State and Federal laws/regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.).