Full time The Safety Performance Specialist is responsible for providing safety system expertise, particularly in relation to CASA regulatory functions. As such the position will analyse, design, recommend, and implement management strategies for safety issues and associated projects and taskings identified by CASA. The role will also involve development of safety related documentation, mentoring and facilitation of training for system safety. The Safety Performance Specialist works under broad guidance and utilises open and effective communication skills to provide high-quality advice to support the development of a complex safety management system (SMS) and associated material and process, including support to other CASA branches and key stakeholders. The Safety Performance Specialist will be responsible for the following deliverables: Ensuring the optimisation of system safety across CASA oversight functions both in general and more specifically with regards to safety management. Leading activities for the development of CASA SMS and associated regulations. Leading risk analysis activities and research into aviation safety systems performance, including making assessments and recommendations for CASA's response to safety risks. Providing advice and support to CASA, industry, and others regarding all aspects of the development, delivery, suitability and monitoring of safety management systems. Providing advice and support to CASA and others associated with the development, delivery and monitoring of Australia's safety program initiatives including the State Safety Program and related safety initiatives. Development and delivery of workshops and other training associated with system safety. Fostering a cooperative working relationship with exchange and input of operational and design safety data with other CASA Divisions and stakeholders. Development of CASA safety related documentation and other publications. Ensuring system safety oversight activities are conducted and continuously improved in accordance with CASA process and procedures. Providing operations technical input to the Safety Systems Section and to the development and improvement of CASA's safety plans and associated initiatives. Attending to general enquiries regarding safety management. As required, undertaking research activities as relevant to the role particularly across safety management related areas and more specifically with regards to International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) SMS requirements. Representational duties if required, attending domestic and international forums as an SMS expert. Working supportively and cooperatively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to achieve shared outcomes. Engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees in a sensitive, respectful and equitable manner. Other challenging safety management related tasks, reflected in regulatory complexity, or characteristics of the regulated entity, applying judgement and exercising capabilities in accord with the CASA Capability Framework at the Advanced/Guide level. Promoting workplace safety, equity and diversity and participative management and environmental management practices in the workplace and acting in accordance with the CASA Values and Behaviour. Eligibility requirements Must be an Australian citizen. Undergo pre-employment screening including a Police Check. Currently holds a Commonwealth security clearance to Baseline or have the ability to obtain and hold a clearance at this level. Hold a Tertiary qualification from a recognised institution in a discipline relevant to safety management (having established/managed a SMS to regulatory requirements would be highly regarded) or extensive SMS experience and associated training. As this position is safety sensitive, you may be required to undertake pre-employment alcohol and drug tests as part of CASA's Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy. About us The Civil Aviation Safety Authority's (CASA) primary function is to conduct the safety regulation of civil air operations in Australia. CASA is committed to having a flexible and inclusive workplace and recognises and values the diversity of the wider Australian community. We encourage and welcome applications from people with Disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people. Closing Date for Applications: 11:30pm, AEDT Sunday, 17 November 2024 For full details and information on the role please visit the Careers | Civil Aviation Safety Authority (casa.gov.au). Applications for all CASA vacancies must be submitted through the CASA e-Recruitment portal. #J-18808-Ljbffr