Head of Aviation Safety

International Airport of Heraklion, Crete S.A. is currently looking for:Head of Aviation SafetyResponsibilitiesSupports and reports to the Safety & Compliance Manager in the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Airport’s aviation safety management system (SMS) in accordance with EASA Part-ADR.OR, and national regulations, focusing on airside operations.Monitors and analyses current and emerging aviation safety regulations, standards and best practices including those set by International (ICAO / EASA) and National (HCAA) aviation authorities.Facilitates the development, review, update, and implementation of aviation safety policies, procedures and associated documentation to reflect operational changes, identified hazards, infrastructure development, and company requirements.Provides day-to-day leadership and coordination of operational safety activities within the airside areas and assists line managers with safety management matters.Establishes, implements, and maintains processes for hazard identification, safety risk assessment, risk mitigation including the maintenance of relevant hazard registers and action plans, and safety performance monitoring. Maintains oversight of the Airport’s occurrence reporting system and ensures timely reporting, assessment, investigation, follow-up, root cause analysis, and closure of corrective/preventive actions and related safety actions.Aids the development and delivery of aviation safety training and awareness programs and initiatives for airport personnel, contractors, and stakeholders to promote safety awareness, safety culture as well as best practices.Prepares comprehensive safety reports, performance metrics, analyses, summaries, presentations, and performance information for management review, and participates in internal safety meetings, and other relevant safety fora.Plans and conducts aviation safety assurance activities, including safety audits, inspections, operational safety reviews, and safety observations.RequirementsUniversity degree in aviation, safety management, or another relevant disciplineCompletion of an SMS course or equivalent qualification would be considered an advantageMinimum of 7 years of working experience in an aviation environment, airside operations, or related roles, with demonstrated leadership and project management skillsProven ability to conduct thorough investigations into health and safety incidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actionsStrong knowledge of EASA, ICAO, and applicable national aviation safety regulations, as well as industry’s best practicesExperience with Safety Management Systems, including risk management, occurrence reporting, safety investigations, safety training, and safety assurance activitiesExcellent knowledge of English language, both oral and writtenCompetenciesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated ability to work under pressureHigh level of integrity, objectivity, and commitment to safety principlesAnalytical mindset, with the ability to assess complex information, identify trends, and develop practical, data-driven solutions

International Airport of Heraklion, Crete S.A. is currently looking for:

Head of Aviation Safety

Responsibilities

• Supports and reports to the Safety & Compliance Manager in the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Airport’s aviation safety management system (SMS) in accordance with EASA Part-ADR.OR, and national regulations, focusing on airside operations.
• Monitors and analyses current and emerging aviation safety regulations, standards and best practices including those set by International (ICAO / EASA) and National (HCAA) aviation authorities.
• Facilitates the development, review, update, and implementation of aviation safety policies, procedures and associated documentation to reflect operational changes, identified hazards, infrastructure development, and company requirements.
• Provides day-to-day leadership and coordination of operational safety activities within the airside areas and assists line managers with safety management matters.
• Establishes, implements, and maintains processes for hazard identification, safety risk assessment, risk mitigation including the maintenance of relevant hazard registers and action plans, and safety performance monitoring.
• Maintains oversight of the Airport’s occurrence reporting system and ensures timely reporting, assessment, investigation, follow-up, root cause analysis, and closure of corrective/preventive actions and related safety actions.
• Aids the development and delivery of aviation safety training and awareness programs and initiatives for airport personnel, contractors, and stakeholders to promote safety awareness, safety culture as well as best practices.
• Prepares comprehensive safety reports, performance metrics, analyses, summaries, presentations, and performance information for management review, and participates in internal safety meetings, and other relevant safety fora.
• Plans and conducts aviation safety assurance activities, including safety audits, inspections, operational safety reviews, and safety observations.

Requirements

• University degree in aviation, safety management, or another relevant discipline
• Completion of an SMS course or equivalent qualification would be considered an advantage
• Minimum of 7 years of working experience in an aviation environment, airside operations, or related roles, with demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Proven ability to conduct thorough investigations into health and safety incidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions
• Strong knowledge of EASA, ICAO, and applicable national aviation safety regulations, as well as industry’s best practices
• Experience with Safety Management Systems, including risk management, occurrence reporting, safety investigations, safety training, and safety assurance activities
• Excellent knowledge of English language, both oral and written

Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure
• High level of integrity, objectivity, and commitment to safety principles
• Analytical mindset, with the ability to assess complex information, identify trends, and develop practical, data-driven solutions

Ο Όμιλος ΓΕΚ ΤΕΡΝΑ συγκαταλέγεται στους μεγαλύτερους επιχειρηματικούς Ομίλους στην Ελλάδα με σημαντική παρουσία στο εξωτερικό. Με περίπου 9.000 εργαζομένους παγκοσμίως, ο Όμιλος κατέχει ηγετική θέση στην Ελλάδα στους τομείς υποδομών, παραχωρήσεων, παραγωγής, προμήθειας και εμπορίας ηλεκτρικής ενέργειας, και διαχείρισης αποβλήτων.Μέσα από έργα και επενδύσεις που προσφέρουν πραγματική αξία στον τόπο, ο Όμιλος ΓΕΚ ΤΕΡΝΑ υποστηρίζει σταθερά τις τοπικές κοινωνίες, συμβάλλει στην ενίσχυση της απασχόλησης, στέκεται δίπλα στη νέα γενιά, συνεισφέρει στη φροντίδα κοινωνικά ευάλωτων ομάδων και δηλώνει πάντα "παρών" σε έκτακτες ανάγκες όπωσ στην αντιμετώπιση κρίσεων και φυσικών καταστροφών.O Όμιλος υλοποιεί έργα και επενδύσεις ύψους άνω των 10 δισ. ευρώ ενώ το ανεκτέλεστο κατασκευαστικό υπόλοιπο του Ομίλου ανέρχεται σήμερα στα € 6,7 δισ.Η ΓΕΚ ΤΕΡΝΑ (www.gekterna.com) είναι εισηγμένη στο Χρηματιστήριο Αθηνών (FTSE / Athex Large Cap).GEK TERNA Group is one of the leading business Groups in Greece with a significant presence abroad. With approximately 9,000 employees worldwide, the Group holds a leading position in Greece in the fields of infrastructure, power generation, supply and trade, concessions and waste management. Through projects and investments that offer real value to the country, GEK TERNA Group consistently supports local communities, contributes to the enhancement of employment, stands by the young generation, contributes to the care of socially vulnerable groups and always declares itself "present" in emergencies such as dealing with crises and natural disasters.Currently the Group promotes investments of €10 billion and has a significant construction backlog at the high level of €6.7 billion.GEK TERNA (www.gekterna.com) is listed in the Athens Stock Exchange (FTSE / Athex Large Cap).

Ο Όμιλος ΓΕΚ ΤΕΡΝΑ συγκαταλέγεται στους μεγαλύτερους επιχειρηματικούς Ομίλους στην Ελλάδα με σημαντική παρουσία στο εξωτερικό.

Με περίπου 9.000 εργαζομένους παγκοσμίως, ο Όμιλος κατέχει ηγετική θέση στην Ελλάδα στους τομείς υποδομών, παραχωρήσεων, παραγωγής, προμήθειας και εμπορίας ηλεκτρικής ενέργειας, και διαχείρισης αποβλήτων.

Μέσα από έργα και επενδύσεις που προσφέρουν πραγματική αξία στον τόπο, ο Όμιλος ΓΕΚ ΤΕΡΝΑ υποστηρίζει σταθερά τις τοπικές κοινωνίες, συμβάλλει στην ενίσχυση της απασχόλησης, στέκεται δίπλα στη νέα γενιά, συνεισφέρει στη φροντίδα κοινωνικά ευάλωτων ομάδων και δηλώνει πάντα "παρών" σε έκτακτες ανάγκες όπωσ στην αντιμετώπιση κρίσεων και φυσικών καταστροφών.

O Όμιλος υλοποιεί έργα και επενδύσεις ύψους άνω των 10 δισ. ευρώ ενώ το ανεκτέλεστο κατασκευαστικό υπόλοιπο του Ομίλου ανέρχεται σήμερα στα € 6,7 δισ.

Η ΓΕΚ ΤΕΡΝΑ (www.gekterna.com) είναι εισηγμένη στο Χρηματιστήριο Αθηνών (FTSE / Athex Large Cap).

GEK TERNA Group is one of the leading business Groups in Greece with a significant presence abroad.

With approximately 9,000 employees worldwide, the Group holds a leading position in Greece in the fields of infrastructure, power generation, supply and trade, concessions and waste management.

Through projects and investments that offer real value to the country, GEK TERNA Group consistently supports local communities, contributes to the enhancement of employment, stands by the young generation, contributes to the care of socially vulnerable groups and always declares itself "present" in emergencies such as dealing with crises and natural disasters.

Currently the Group promotes investments of €10 billion and has a significant construction backlog at the high level of €6.7 billion.

GEK TERNA (www.gekterna.com) is listed in the Athens Stock Exchange (FTSE / Athex Large Cap).