Engineer – Operational Safety, Quality & Risk Management

The Engineer – Operational Safety, Quality and Risk Management plays a key role in executing the safety and quality management processes essential to maintaining Sanad MRO’s operational approvals.

This includes conducting risk assessments, maintaining the risk register, monitoring risk levels, and supporting mitigation activities.

The role supports investigations into safety and quality events, ensuring root causes and contributing factors, including those related to human factors, are accurately identified.

This includes performing independent surveillance activities and ensuring alignment with applicable regulations, internal processes, and procedures.

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Aviation Regulations and Compliance: Advanced knowledge of aviation regulations applicable to MRO operations, including quality requirements, Safety Management Systems (SMS), and human factors.

Ensures full compliance with GCAA, EASA, FAA, CAAC, and UKCAA requirements.

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Safety and Quality Management Systems (SMS/QMS): Solid understanding and application of SMS and QMS frameworks to uphold high operational and regulatory standards.

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Investigation and Root Cause Analysis: Proficient in investigation techniques applicable to the maintenance environment, including interview methods, evidence review, and structured root cause analysis.

Supports timely and accurate resolution of safety and quality incidents.

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Risk Management and Mitigation: Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate operational risks.

Supports the maintenance of risk registers and completion of mitigation actions.

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Continuous Improvement and LEAN Methodologies: Strong knowledge of LEAN methodology and other structured improvement tools.

Capable of leading or contributing to projects that improve process efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance safety and quality outcomes.

6.Problem Solving: Skilled in applying structured problem-solving tools (e.g., 5 Whys, fishbone analysis) to identify root causes and drive preventive and corrective actions across technical and operational areas.

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Visual Management: Foundational knowledge of visual management techniques to support monitoring, communication, and decision-making in quality and safety operations.

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Data Analysis and Microsoft 365 Tools: Foundational skills in data analysis, visualization, and reporting using Microsoft 365 tools (Excel, Power BI, SharePoint, etc.) for effective performance monitoring and reporting.

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Technical and Product Knowledge: Foundational understanding of aviation product technology and MRO processes, particularly in engine shops, to support investigations and continuous improvement efforts.

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Human Factors and Behavioral Safety: Knowledge of human factors and behavioral safety principles, with the ability to assess behavior-related risks and contribute to a safety-focused culture.

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Communication and Stakeholder Engagement: Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly convey complex information, engage stakeholders at all levels, and facilitate cooperation during investigations, audits, and improvement initiatives.

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Analytical Thinking and Innovation: Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills to assess safety and quality challenges, draw insights, recommend effective solutions, and foster innovation in a fast-evolving operational environment.