Job Summary:
Reporting to the Manager, System Quality Assurance, this position supports aviation safety at Porter Airlines through focus on the effectiveness of safety critical processes.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Participate in the selection of audit projects based on corporate safety risk management objectives
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Conduct audits to evaluate of the effectiveness of safety-critical functions within the operation;
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Participate in the evaluation of the safety critical processes of alliance partners that are relevant to Porter aircraft
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Preparation of audit plans, checklists, sampling plans and other audit documentation related to assigned audits
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Develop detailed and evidence-based reports on all assigned audits
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and IATA operational safety standards relevant to a commercial air operator
- Maintain the confidentiality of organizational safety reporting systems and information acquired in the course of audit duties
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Serve as a Safety Ambassador and resource for all employees
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Actively participate in Porter’s Safety Management System (SMS) including, reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understanding, complying with and promoting the Company Safety Policy and Non-Punitive Reporting Policy
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Any other duties as assigned
Behavioural Competencies:
Concern for Safety: Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others.
Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.
Passenger/Customer Service: Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers).
Initiative: Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.
Results Focus: Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organization’s standards.
Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.
Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of Transport Canada requirements for quality assurance and the IATA operational safety audit program
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Experience in the IOSA certification of a commercial air operator
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Familiarity with commercial flight operations
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A minimum of five years of experience as an aviation internal auditor
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Excellent time management, written and verbal communication skills; keen attention to detail
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Impartiality, integrity, tenacity, diplomacy and self-reliance are key attributes
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Working knowledge of Safety Management Systems (SMS) and Safety Risk Management (SRM) principles
- Recent qualification as an Aviation Internal Auditor and/or acceptable combination of education, training and/or related work experience
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Ability to secure and maintain restricted airport security clearance
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Must maintain a valid passport; must be able to travel domestically and internationally when required on short notice
Company Description:
Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com or follow @porterairlines on Instagram, Facebook and X.
