Safety Specialist Manager
@ Aer Lingus

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€90,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 4 hours ago

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Overview

The Safety Specialist Manager is a People Manager role responsible for leading a team of Corporate Safety Officers and overseeing the strategic development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Aer Lingus’ risk management policies and procedures. The role ensures regulatory alignment, integration with the company’s Safety Management System, and a proactive safety culture across operational and maintenance domains.

Key Accountabilities

  • Lead, mentor, and develop Safety Specialists including Flight Safety, Risk, Dangerous Goods, and Emergency Response Planning Officers.
  • Coordinate cross-functional safety initiatives and ensure consistent application of practices.
  • Own and evolve the corporate risk management framework including HIRA processes.
  • Develop and maintain risk management policies, procedures, and training programs.
  • Oversee analysis of safety reports, audits, investigations, and data management.
  • Support oversight of ACMI and wet-lease operations and act as key liaison with regulatory bodies.
  • Represent Aer Lingus at industry forums and promote Just Culture principles.
  • Support Emergency Response Planning through exercises and post-incident reviews.
  • Manage administrative tasks for the Safety & Security Office.

Qualifications & Key Criteria

  • Proven leadership in aviation safety or risk management.
  • In-depth knowledge of ICAO Safety Management Systems and EASA regulations.
  • Experience with safety data analysis tools like FDM and SafetyNet.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication skills and industry relevant academic background.
  • Desirable training in Fatigue Risk Management, Accident Investigation, and Dangerous Goods.

Key Competencies

Strategic thinking, analytical problem-solving, effective communication, stakeholder management, and commitment to safety excellence.

Additional Information

Apply by 27th October 2025. Aer Lingus embraces diversity and is dedicated to an inclusive work environment. For inquiries or accommodations, please contact recruit@aerlingus.com.

Key skills/competency

  • Leadership
  • Risk Management
  • Aviation
  • ICAO
  • EASA
  • Data Analysis
  • Emergency Response
  • Compliance
  • Safety Systems
  • Strategic Planning
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How to Get Hired at Aer Lingus

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Review Aer Lingus culture: Study mission, values, and recent achievements.
  • Customize your resume: Emphasize aviation safety and risk management skills.
  • Highlight relevant certifications: Include ICAO SMS and accident investigation details.
  • Prepare for behavioral questions: Practice examples of leadership and crisis management.
  • Network strategically: Engage with current employees on LinkedIn.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review ICAO Safety Management Systems guidelines.
Study risk assessment and HIRA processes.
Refresh skills on safety data tools like FDM.
Practice regulatory compliance protocols and standards.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging safety incident managed.
Explain your approach to team leadership.
Discuss your conflict resolution examples.
Illustrate handling cross-department communications.

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