Director of Safety - Saudi Arabia AOC (GACA)

About the role

Beond, a premium leisure airline with an all-lie-flat Airbus fleet, is setting up new Air Operator Certificates in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. It is looking for a Director of Safety for its Saudi Arabia AOC, based in Riyadh. The Director is appointed by and reports to the Accountable Executive.

Key responsibilities

• Own and administer the Safety Management System (SMS) across the Saudi AOC.
• Lead hazard identification, risk management, safety assurance and a just reporting culture.
• Manage safety performance indicators, the safety review board and safety promotion.
• Provide independent safety oversight of operations and maintenance activities.
• Interface with GACA on safety matters, audits and findings.

Required profile

• A management position under GACAR Part 121.45, full-time, with the candidate acceptable to GACA (the President) on experience, competence and knowledge.
• Qualified through training, experience and expertise in aviation safety management.
• Full understanding of the GACAR, operations specifications, applicable airworthiness requirements and the operations manual.
• Fluent English; Arabic is advantageous.

What we offer

• A competitive package with relocation support where applicable.
• The chance to build a premium airline certificate from the ground up as part of a fast-growing multi-AOC group.