SMS Investigator / Analyst

Note : This role is based in Kelowna, BC and is 100% on-site.

It is not a hybrid or a remote role.

We’re all about the craft.

KF Aerospace is proud to deliver innovative aircraft services for corporate, commercial, and military customers worldwide. Launched in 1970 out of British Columbia’s beautiful city of Kelowna, KF has grown to specialize in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, cargo operations, military pilot training and aircraft leasing. With facilities across Canada, KF is home to over 1,100 highly skilled individuals. Our passion for our craft fuels every project we touch.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Safety Management System (SMS) Investigator / Analyst must investigate, analyze and identify the root cause or probable cause of all hazards, incidents or accidents reported or identified, create accurate factual chronological investigation reports as well as maintain the data entry and reporting system to ensure the timely collection of information. The SMS Investigator / Analyst must be respective of and have empathy for all those involved in each incident / accident and provide recommendations to improve safety and prevent recurrences.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review incoming daily Occurrencereports in the SMS database, gather additional information in support of such report and provide analysis
• Perform investigation of near-misses, incidents, and accidents
• Identify potential hazards and carry out risk analyses
• Work collaboratively with all departments, personnel, levels of management and Event Owners to provide investigation results, reports, and corrective / preventative actions
• Ensure timely and appropriate follow up on the outcomes of all SMS investigations
• Develop and present recommendations to reduce the likelihood of a recurrencefor approval
• Participate in the monitoring, tracking and analysis of data for effectiveness and trending
• Maintain Hazard Registry Database and other SMS related classification lists
• Maintain the SMS Awareness bulletin board postings
• Must maintain confidentiality and integrity of the SMS program.
• Participate in safety meetings, preparing notes and agendas

The SMS group is part of the Quality Assurance Department and based on the workload, the SMS Coordinator may be assigned additional Quality Assurance duties and responsibilities, or other related duties as assigned by the Quality Assurance Manager.

REQUIREMENTS

BENEFITS

Full-Time staff benefits include (but are not limited to) :

LOCATION

The successful incumbent would be based in our Kelowna, BC office.

This role is 100% on-site; it is not hybrid or remote.

SALARY

The wage band is level 10, $78,500-$98,000. The expertise and technical skill level of the candidate is assessed during the selection process for placement within the band. Note : The salary range maximum signifies full job knowledge.