Job Summary:

Reporting to the Manager, SMS, this position supports the continuous improvement of safety at Porter Airlines by performing functions related to the Safety Management System and company audit program.

Duties & Responsibilities:

- Conduct thorough investigation of reported safety hazards, incidents, and accidents; define contributing and root causes of aviation safety issues or audit findings using root cause analysis tools;
- Collect, verify and record thorough documentation of all evidence gathered during investigation, analysis, or audit of safety issues;
- Audit the effectiveness of corrective action taken to remedy safety incidents and hazards;
- Adhere to all processes and procedures outlined in Porter’s SMS Manual and Audit Manual;
- Participate in the classification of aviation safety events in accordance with standard industry taxonomy;
- Maintain the confidentiality of organizational safety reporting systems and information acquired in the course of audit duties;
- Participate in periodic departmental safety meetings;
- Actively participate in Porter’s Safety Management System (SMS) including, reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understanding, complying with and promoting the Company Safety Policy and Non-Punitive Reporting Policy;
- Any other duties as assigned;

Behavioural Competencies:
- Concern for Safety: Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe workplace for self and others.

- Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.

- Passenger/Customer Service: Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers).

- Initiative:



Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.

- Results Focus: Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organization’s standards.

- Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.

Qualifications:
- Post-secondary academic degree in aviation safety risk management;
- A minimum of three years of working in the safety management system of a commercial airline or aircraft maintenance organization;
- Previous qualification as an aviation internal auditor;
- Excellent knowledge of safety management system requirements;
- Knowledge and demonstrated experience of investigation and root cause analysis tools;
- Excellent time management, written and verbal communication skills; keen attention to detail;
- Impartiality, integrity, tenacity, diplomacy and self-reliance are key attributes;
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and internet applications;
- Ability to secure restricted airport security clearance;
- Must maintain a valid passport and be able to travel when required;

Company Description:

Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com or follow @porterairlines on Instagram, Facebook and X.

📌 Safety Investigator/Auditor (Canada)
🏢 Porter Airlines
📍 Canada