Aviation Advisor

Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

The Aviation Advisor provides aviation safety advice, conducts operational and technical audits, and completes aviation projects for SGS Aviation Compliance clients. They provide clients with advice based on regulatory requirements and the best international practice and is supported by professional in-hour peer review. In addition, the Aviation Advisor works directly with client representatives on aviation matters in accordance with the SGS Compliance Aviation standards and procedures.

• Plans and conducts aviation audits and assesses operator safety for SGS Compliance Aviation Clients.
• Manages aviation projects for Clients.
• Provides technical and commercial aviation advice.
• Prepares written audit and project reports with recommendations for the conduct and continuous improvement of Client aviation activities.
• Follows up and resolves issues raised in the course of their duties.
• Maintains professional contact and effective working relationships with Clients.
• Maintains professional qualifications through company training and participation in SGS Compliance Aviation Seminars.
• Discharges the administrative duties required for the efficient conduct of their position.
• Be compliant to all SGS QHSE and HR policies and procedures.
• At all times, complies with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Required:

• High school diploma,
• 15+ years of hands-on aircraft technology experience
• 15+ years of Aviation experience
• Commercial Pilot Certificate
• Helicopter experience
• Oil, Gas, Mining industry experience
• Quality Assurance experience in the aviation industry, including experience relevant to SGS Compliance Aviation activities
• People management experience
• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) – intermediate user proficiency

Preferred:

• Management systems auditing experience at Lead Auditor level

Licenses/ Certifications

• Aircraft Mechanic License
• Airline Transport Pilots License
• Advisor, participating in the Basic Aviation Risk Standard (BARS) auditing program, must meet all the requirements set out in the BARS Procedures Manual.
• Flight Engineer License or Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licenses or such other professional Licenses
• Valid Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET) training certificate for travelling offshore – could be obtained after being hired, while working for SGS as business demands

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

• Language Skills: English Advanced Highest level of knowledge (other languages are beneficial)
• Mathematical Skills: Intermediate Highest level of knowledge
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Intermediate level required – Logical system approach to problem solving
• Financial management knowledge
• Initiative to seek new solutions and new ways of doing things with a focus on continuous improvement
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition.
• Advanced presentation skills and ability to interact effectively with senior government officials, and senior management of organizations / clients
• High level of leadership skills
• Analytical, decisive, adaptable, ethical, problem solver, persuasive, commercially sensitive
• Technical and commercial focus
• Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner
• Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment
• Ability to work well with others & independently
• Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively under pressure with multiple competing priorities

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts
• Wealth: Competitive pay ($100,500-$134,000 USD based on experience), matching 401(k) with immediate vesting upon enrollment, generous employee referral program

Physical Demands of the Job

Frequency (Never = 0%; Seldom = 1 to 5%; Occasional = 5 to 33%; Frequent = 34 to 66%; Constant = 67 to 100%)

• Stand Occasional (5% – 33%)
• Move or traverse Occasional (5% – 33%)
• Sit Frequent (34% – 66%)
• Use hands Constant (67% – 100%)
• Reach with hands and arms Occasional (5% – 33%)
• Climb or balance Occasional (5% – 33%)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Occasional (5% – 33%)
• Talk/hear Frequent (34% – 66%)
• Taste/Smell Never (0%)
• Lift/carry/push or pull Occasional (5% – 33%)

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a call back. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information, but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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