Aviation Safety Specialist

What the work is

About the role: Hamad International Airport is seeking a highly skilled and organized individual to join our team as Aviation Safety Specialist . If you thrive in a dynamic environment, possess excellent communication skills, and have a proven track record in implementing and maintaining safety standards, leadership and stakeholder management and can help us to achieve this ambition by: Assist Line Manager in maintaining and reviewing operational programs related to Aviation Safety and Investigation, ensuring that programs align with SMS requirements and aviation safety standards. Liaise with Aerodrome Departments and Airport Stakeholders to address aviation safety requirements and ensure coordinated efforts across all relevant teams. Review and verify that aviation safety procedures comply with QCAR regulations, ensuring all procedures meet regulatory standards for safe airport operations. Contribute to developing and managing the Hazard Log and Risk Register, supporting MATAR’s documentation requirements, and tracking potential hazards in compliance with State Regulator standards. Define and document Threat/Hazard Identification and Risk Management processes in alignment with the MATAR Safety Management System manual to establish clear guidelines for hazard handling. Prepare risk assessments and safety cases and assist in aeronautical studies to support the handling of non-compliance situations, ensuring that all safety documentation aligns with operational requirements. Coordinate and support aerodrome oversight inspections conducted by the QCAA Aerodrome Standards Directorate, ensuring operational readiness and adherence to regulatory standards. Assist in aerodrome certificate processes by ensuring compliance requirements are efficiently met, and all documentation is up to date. About you: Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent with minimum of 4 years of job related-experience Safety Management Systems (SMS) Training completion from ICAO or ACI ICAO Annex 14 Training completion course Apron Management Training completion course from ICAO or ACI Project Management Training from recognized institution Technical Writing Proficiency experience in preparing and developing documents, manuals, and Standard Operating Procedures. Strong command of English Language – both written and verbal Policy Translation skills – ability to convert complex aviation safety policies into clear, concise procedures and actionable feedback. Attention to Detail and Analytical Skills: Skilled in analyzing audit reports, able to identify issues and provide actionable feedback. Aerodrome Certification and Renewal Procedures: Strong knowledge of aerodrome certification and certificate renewal processes. Airfield Auditing Competence: Ability to perform thorough airfield audits to verify compliance with safety standards. Proficiency in MS Office Applications: Skilled in using MS Office for documentation, reporting, and communication. Presentation Skills: Effective in delivering presentations, training sessions, and briefings. Preferred Skilled in using CDMS (AeroDocs) and other software/hardware relevant to safety documentation and reporting. Interpersonal and Workflow Management Skills. Ability to work effectively within a team, fostering a cooperative and supportive environment. Workflow Coordination: Skilled in managing workflows, setting priorities, and ensuring tasks are completed efficiently. Strong skills in interacting with various stakeholders, building positive relationships, and ensuring effective communication across departments.