Major Blue Air is seeking an experienced and motivated Safety & Quality Manager to join our aviation operations in Perth, Western Australia.

This is a key leadership position responsible for maintaining and continually improving our Safety Management System (SMS), Quality Management System (QMS), compliance framework and operational safety culture across the organisation.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior management, flight operations, maintenance, engineering and other operational teams to ensure Major Blue Air maintains the highest standards of aviation safety, regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

About the Role

As Safety & Quality Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the organisation's safety and quality functions and ensuring effective systems are in place to identify, assess and manage operational risks.

Your responsibilities will include:

Managing and continuously improving the company's Safety Management System (SMS) and Quality Management System (QMS)

Monitoring compliance with CASA regulations, applicable aviation standards and company procedures

Conducting internal audits, safety inspections and compliance reviews

Managing hazard, risk and occurrence reporting and ensuring appropriate corrective actions are implemented

Investigating safety incidents, hazards and non-conformances

Maintaining safety and quality registers, reports and compliance documentation

Monitoring corrective and preventative actions through to completion

Preparing safety and quality reports for senior management

Coordinating safety meetings,



risk assessments and safety initiatives

Developing and delivering safety awareness and compliance training

Promoting a strong and proactive safety culture throughout the organisation

Liaising with CASA and other relevant regulatory bodies where required

Supporting the development, review and implementation of operational policies, procedures and manuals

Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement across the organisation

Ensuring audit findings and compliance issues are appropriately managed and closed out

Providing independent safety and quality advice to management and operational teams.

About You

We are looking for someone who is proactive, analytical and confident working across all levels of an aviation organisation.

You will ideally have:

Previous experience in an aviation safety, quality, compliance or assurance role

Strong knowledge of aviation safety management principles

Experience working with an SMS and QMS

Knowledge of CASA regulations and Australian aviation requirements

Experience conducting internal audits and compliance inspections

Strong risk management and investigation skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills





Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

The ability to work independently while also building strong relationships across operational teams

A practical, solutions-focused approach to safety and compliance.

Aviation industry qualifications in safety, quality, risk or compliance

Previous experience within a Part 145, Part 141, Part 135/138 or charter aviation environment

Experience with aviation maintenance and/or flight operations

Lead Auditor or internal auditor qualifications

Formal risk management or safety management qualifications

Previous experience working with CASA surveillance, audits or regulatory requirements.

Why Join Major Blue Air?

This is an excellent opportunity to take a key role within a growing aviation organisation where safety, compliance and operational excellence are central to everything we do.

You will have the opportunity to work directly with senior management and operational teams, influence safety culture and develop systems that support the company's continued growth.

Major Blue Air offers:

- A key leadership position within the organisation
- A varied and engaging aviation workplace
- Opportunity to influence and improve safety and quality systems
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
- The opportunity to work across flight operations, maintenance and aviation support functions.

Major Blue Air is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates.

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📌 Safety and Quality Manager (Western Australia)
🏢 Major Blue Air
📍 Western Australia