Manager of Safety and Training
Worldwide Flight Services
|
Queens, NY
Full-time
On-site
$
85,000 - 95,000
The Manager of Safety and Training leads comprehensive safety, security, and training programs across warehouse and ramp operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Champion a culture of safety excellence through innovative training and engagement initiatives.
- Ensure safety protocols are consistently followed across warehouse and ramp operations, aligning with corporate, airline, and regulatory requirements (FAA, TSA, OSHA).
- Lead investigations for safety incidents to identify root causes and implement corrective measures to prevent future occurrences.
- Provide guidance and training to station managers and supervisors on best practices in safety, behavior-based safety, and incident prevention.
- Oversight of the training schedule to ensure new hire training aligns with operational requirements and recurring training is completed on time.
- Manage training resources to allocate and optimize training facilities and instructional personnel.
- Conduct routine physical security audits and investigate policy breaches, security incidents, and loss events. Lead confidential investigations and deliver timely reports on theft, fraud, workplace violence, and incidents.
- Hold structured monthly safety meetings to maintain a strong safety culture, meet regulatory requirements, and identify hazards before they cause incidents.
- Drive strategic projects aimed at injury prevention and risk reduction across the organization.
- Influence behavior and foster a safety-first mindset at all levels of the division.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
- Supports 24/7 operations, may need to respond to safety and security events outside of regular business hours.
- 5 years of experience in operations in aviation and warehouse
- 5 years of ramp safety experience
- 5 years of experience in law enforcement, loss prevention, or other related field
- 3 years of experience in disability management, worker’s compensation, or related field
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations, ADA, and best practices in injury management and ergonomics
- Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive information
- Strategic thinker with a proactive, hands-on approach
- Crisis management and emergency response planning expertise
