Welcome aboard!
Who We Are
SmartLynx Australia (formerly Skytrans), an Australian passenger airline and part of Avia Solutions Group, operates 13 regional aircraft specialising in Regular Public Transport (RPT), charter, and ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, Insurance) services across the Asia-Pacific. As the Group’s first ACMI provider in Australia, SmartLynx Australia is supported by the world’s largest ACMI fleet of 221 aircraft and 14,000 aviation professionals worldwide.
About the role
Reporting to the General Manager, Safety & Quality, the Safety Officer supports the implementation and continuous improvement of SmartLynx Australia’s Safety and Quality Management System (SMS & QMS). The role involves auditing, compliance assurance, safety data management, and safety promotion, while also assisting with Emergency Response Planning, Flight Data Monitoring, and maintaining relationships with regulators and stakeholders.
This position can be based either at our Cairns office (Cairns Airport) or our Southbank office (Brisbane City).
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and administer the company’s Safety and Quality Management System (SMS) in line with the SMM.
- Conduct audits, manage findings, and drive continuous improvement.
- Oversee safety data, reporting, and Flight Data Monitoring.
- Support risk management, safety promotion, and change management activities.
- Liaise with Air Services Australia, ATSB, CASA, foreign regulators, IATA, ICAO, ASG Group of companies, BARS and other key stakeholders.
- Prepare safety reports and assist with emergency response planning.
- Perform other duties as directed by the GM Safety & Quality.
- About You
- Qualifications in Aviation Safety Management Systems (or equivalent experience).
- Lead Auditor and Safety Investigator qualifications (or ability to obtain within 12 months).
- Strong understanding of CASA’s regulatory framework, safety and quality systems, and procedures.
- Experience with auditing, risk management (e.g. BowTie), and safety reporting tools such as Air Maestro.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
- Able to work collaboratively with crews, engineers, and external partners on safety and quality matters.
- Holds or can obtain an ASIC and Dangerous Goods Awareness Certificate.
- Flexibility to travel when required, including on short notice.
- Team-oriented, professional, and committed to confidentiality and SmartLynx Australia’s Just Culture principles.
What We Offer
- Permanent, full-time role (38-hour week, Monday to Friday) with flexible hours
- Option to work from home once a week based on arrangement
- Join an inclusive, supportive team and be part of a culture built on Safety, Integrity, Respect, and Customer Service.
- Work for a fast-growing airline under Avia Solutions Group, a global aviation services leader
How to Apply
If you are passionate about aviation safety and quality, and meet the above criteria, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join a team committed to excellence in safety and quality by submitting your resume and cover letter.
Please note: Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and successfully pass pre-employment and continuing medical, drug, and alcohol pathology screening. SmartLynx Australia is committed to equal opportunity employment through fair recruitment practices.
Cairns, Australia