JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE
SMS Director - Part 145
Aviation Safety Leadership Role
Full Time - Middle East
Salary - Competitive, with excellent benefits and relocation support
V-HR Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading aviation operator in the Middle East to recruit an experienced SMS Director with extensive expertise in Part 145 maintenance operations.
This is a senior leadership opportunity for an accomplished Safety professional who thrives in dynamic environments and has a proven record of implementing, managing, and improving Safety Management Systems in accordance with EASA Part 145 standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Safety Management System within the Part 145 Maintenance organisation.
* Develop and enforce safety policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and promote a proactive safety culture.
* Monitor and evaluate safety performance through audits, investigations, and data analysis.
* Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on all safety-related matters.
* Oversee safety training programs and ensure effective communication across all levels of the maintenance organisation.
* Champion risk management and promote a just culture focused on learning and development.
Requirements:
Candidate Requirements:* Proven leadership in SMS roles within aviation, specifically under EASA Part 145 regulations.
* Deep understanding of maintenance operations and safety oversight in a regulated aviation environment.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of influencing across departments and at executive level.
* Experience in safety reporting systems, risk management tools, and quality assurance processes.
* Relevant qualifications in Aviation Safety, Engineering, or a related discipline.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Created in 2003 by technical engineers and experienced recruiters, VHR delivers a partner-orientated approach. We are passionate about the industries where we operate, the career-enhancing support we provide and the people with whom we work.
Whether one permanent vacancy or a team of contract specialists, VHR strives to deliver the best possible staffing solutions.
As a recruitment company, we see our clients as our partners and our services as an extension of our clients’ businesses. We operate with a set of core values at the heart of everything we do.
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