Safety Management System Manager

3 weeks ago


Calgary, Canada De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited Full time

Safety Management System Manager

Calgary, AB, Canada Req #725 Friday, April 26, 2024 De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Ltd. (‘DHC’) is a proudly Canadian aerospace company currently transitioning its corporate headquarters to Calgary, AB. DHC is undertaking a consolidation of its underlying subsidiary companies under a single brand currently offering engineering, aftermarket, new aircraft manufacturing, modifications, parts manufacturing, and flight training. DHC currently has approximately 1,200 employees based in BC, AB and ON as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide. Our strong entrepreneurial spirit, together with a culture of empowerment, quality and innovation create opportunities to grow and succeed in an organization with a proud heritage and bright future.

Position Summary

We are currently seeking a Safety Management System (SMS) Manager to join our Quality Team located in Calgary, Alberta.

Key Responsibilities

Provide leadership and management within the department through a structural process of objective setting, performance appraisals and individual development plans as appropriate. Establish an accountable SMS organization across all our Transport Canada issued Certificates through embracing and demonstrating accountable leadership principles. Instill a culture of daily, weekly and monthly review of safety performance. Plan, manage and maintain the SMS across all our Transport Canada issued Certificates. Ensure our processes comply with Canadian Aviation Regulation (CAR) 107. Develop a strategic roadmap for increasing maturity of SMS that includes development of Safety Risk Management, Safety Assurance and Safety Promotion activities. Ensure appropriate SMS training roll out and effective communication on safety-related topics, including the development of related training and communication. Provide direction regarding safety assurance and process improvement activities related to product safety; address identified safety hazards through liaison across different departments as required. Monitor and measure the organization’s safety performance with special attention given to voice-of-the-customer related metrics. The safety of products delivered to internal and external customers are paramount to the SMS Manager, who advocates for exceptional product safety. Support continuous improvement initiatives to make aeronautical products safer. Develop and execute strategies to improve the safety of products delivered to the customer by translating opportunities into proactive actions. Manage the control of SMS documents and records. Oversee the administration of Document Control functions including maintaining document control policies and procedures as related to safety. Collaborate with Quality Assurance in relation to the internal audit program and address any preventative and corrective action assigned in a timely manner. Prepare annual budget for SMS activities, and manage the system for measuring Product Safety metrics, including leading initiatives for improvements.

Education required

Valid AME License or bachelor’s degree in engineering or an aerospace related program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in monitoring Safety Performance through the use of metrics and performing Safety Assessments. Experience and understanding of the Canadian Aviation Regulation 107. Equivalency will be granted for individuals who have experience and understanding of European, American or Military regulation related to Safety Management.

Experience required

Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in aerospace engineering or maintenance. Minimum 5 years of SMS related experience with pertinent regulations and international standards. At least 3 years’ working in an SMS Team as an investigator, auditor or other direct experience in the application of an SMS in a maintenance or engineering environment. 3+ years of experience applying risk management principles and tools. 3+ years experience leading a team; including managing performance, succession planning and team building. CRSP or RCAF qualification as a Flight Safety Officer will be considered an asset. Experience with Enterprise or Material Resource Planning software (, Visual Manufacturing, IFS, DRIMS, ADAM) is an asset. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Previous experience with SharePoint is considered an asset. Demonstrated ability to read and understand technical drawings. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage conflicts. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written. Solid organizational skills and ability to work independently with minimum supervision and direction.

At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence.

As such, it is an expectation that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals.

Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.

At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks.

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