Safety Trainer Aviation

Safety Trainer Aviation

Role Overview
Safety Trainer will be responsible for training airport staff on protocols that ensure a secure apron environment and smooth terminal & cargo operations. Their role is governed by   DGCA   and   IATA   standards. The role focuses specifically training on the systematic approach to managing ground-level risks.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety Training Delivery:  Conduct Safety trainings – Safety Management Systems (SMS), Ramp Safety, Warehouse safety, Workshop Safety, Emergency procedures & Human Factors for the ground operations staff & Management.
Emergency Response:  Instruct personnel on fire-fighting, spill containment, and emergency evacuation protocols specific to Ramp, Terminal & Cargo operations.
Curriculum Development:  Design and update training modules & materials to reflect new aviation laws, safety management systems (SMS), industry trends and training need analysis. Create comprehensive training content, manuals, and supporting documents tailored to operational needs.
Compliance & Audits:  Conduct random   audits   and competency evaluations to ensure all ground operations are aligned with DGCA regulatory requirements. Face Airline/ regulatory audits with reference to Safety trainings and compliances.
Hazard Identification:  Training ground staff on how to proactively identify and report hazards related to Ramp, Terminal & Cargo operations.
Risk Assessment:  Training supervisors & Managers on how to use   risk matrices   to evaluate the severity and probability of ground incidents. To interpret safety performance indicators (SPIs) and safety performance targets (SPTs) to prevent future accidents.
Training Records:  Maintain training records:
Track, document, and manage training records in compliance with company & regulatory requirements.
Perform additional tasks as assigned:  Support operational and safety initiatives as required by management.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum
- Bachelor’s degree or higher education.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Staff should possess the following experiences:

A person must have worked in the capacity of Safety Manager for at least one year and preferably has undergone a Train the Trainer Course.
OR
Should possess technical background and at least five years of operational.
Experience in aviation to understand the systems that support operations or the
Product/ service provided by the organization. These personnel could be
Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer / Dispatcher/ Load & Trime Sheet
Personnel/ Cabin Crew/ Graduate Engineer, ATCO, Aerodrome operations/
Maintenance planning experts
Supervisor & above grade with Minimum Five years’ experience in Safety Management System Implementation
Preferably undergone Safety Management Systems training as per requirements of DGCA CAR Section 1 Series C Part 1.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS & BEHAVIOURS
For a successful role, he/she should have the following traits:

Strong knowledge of airside safety regulations, policies and procedures

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross‑departmental coordination

Ability to work in a fast‑paced, safety‑critical environment.

Flexibility to take on diverse tasks and responsibilities

Fluency in English and Hindi is essential for clear communication with diverse trainees

What Success Looks Like:
100% statutory and SOP training compliance.
Increased operational effectiveness and reduced safety errors through training interventions.
Recognition from BU leadership, Head - Safety and airline partners for training quality.