Safety Investigator

Employment Type: Full-time Temp Contract 6+Mos

City: Calgary, AB (YYC)

Posting Open Date: 12/19/2024

Posting Close Date: 01/12/2025 (Please note the posting will close at 9:59pm MST)

Why WestJet:

Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.

WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.

Join us, this is where your career story takes off.

Hybrid Work:
This is a hybrid work position in Calgary, Alberta and requires in-person collaboration at the WestJet Campus (22 Aerial Place NE) 3 days per week. This provides flexibility the remaining 40% of the work week. This hybrid work plan allows for critically important learning, collaboration and networking with our colleagues. Specific days in the office are agreed upon by the team.

The Safety team is looking for a dedicated team player with excellent technical knowledge and experience to join our ranks as a Safety Investigator. Safety Investigators are responsible for investigating safety files for all operational groups including Flight Operations, Airports, Inflight, and Technical Operations as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducts accident/incident investigations in accordance with the described process in the Company Safety Manual (CSM) and/or the Encore Safety Manual (ESM). Investigative assignments may include files relating to: Flight Safety, Airport Safety, Inflight Safety, and Tech Ops Safety
• Obtains and reviews investigative evidence in support of the investigation, which may include but is not limited to employee interviews, air traffic control recordings, weather data, and/or aircraft maintenance history
• Liaises with external governing investigative bodies (Transportation Safety Board/NTSB/EASA) and industry partners including but not limited to Transport Canada, Nav Canada, Airport authorities, WestJet (WEN/WS/WSW) contractors
• Ensures investigation actions are accurately documented in the Company Reporting System (CRS)
• Trending of occurrences in the Company Reporting System (CRS). Notification of specific trends to responsible leadership
• Recommends, tracks, and verifies the effectiveness of corrective action plans
• Notifies the certificate holders or delegates immediately if a regulatory non-compliance is discovered during an investigation
• Assists with and/or conducts risk assessments
• Liaises with Maintenance Quality Assurance when maintenance compliance issues are detected to ensure they are captured with the appropriate Corrective Action Plan (CAP)
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Senior Manager, Group Audit, Investigations & Safety Data and the Program Manager, Safety Investigations that support the operational safety management system

Experience & Qualifications:

• 3-6 years of airline experience required. Flight Operations, Technical Operations, Inflight, and/or Airports below-the-wing experience required
• Holds (or has held) a pilot license, flight dispatcher certificate, or AME license or commensurate knowledge, skills, and experience required
• Aviation/technical diploma or equivalent combination of education/experience
• Experience with the Company Reporting System (CRS) is considered a strong asset
• Strong understanding of safety management principles such as operational risk management processes, investigation practices, safety culture, human and organizational factors analysis, and continuous improvement
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, and ability to communicate at all levels within the organization as well as external stakeholders
• Strong relationship-building skills with experience in coordinating the expectations of a diverse set of stakeholders
• Formal accident/incident investigator training preferred
• Formal root cause analysis training preferred
• Strong knowledge of the CARs relating to airline operations, airworthiness, and SMS preferred

Additional Notes:

• Safety Investigators are required to respond to urgent matters outside of working hours and will be responsible for on-call rotations
• Travel is expected where required to support investigative activities; the ability to travel to all WestJet destinations is required

The benefits of being a WestJetter:

WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:

• A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
• Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
• Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs

Think we are a fit? Apply now!

About WestJet Group of Companies

Together with WestJet's regional airline, WestJet Encore, we offer scheduled service to more than 100 destinations in North America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe and to more than 175 destinations in over 20 countries through our airline partnerships.

Our Safety Promise

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.

WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility and if you require accommodation during the selection process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.

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