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We're on a mission to bring new and uplifting experiences to our guests, transforming flying from simply 'nice', to something wonderful.

Like any good mission, this one starts with our people.

Which is why we encourage our team to embody the fun, laid back, authentic spirit we've become famous for. Because when they're free to be themselves, they're better able to own their personal responsibilities and go the extra mile to help our guests.

Job Overview

  • Work type:

    Full Time

  • Location:

    Perth

  • Job type:

    Health, Safety & Security

  • Applications close:

Safety/Auditor Investigator

Hello. We’re Virgin Australia. And we’re back (in a big way).

We’re the airline that’s always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. For us, flying is so much more than simply taking off and landing (although we understand that is quite important). It’s about going the extra mile, in the air and on the ground, to create authentic experiences that put our guests firmly at the heart of everything we do. 

About Virgin Australia Regional Airlines (VARA)

VARA operates out of Perth Airport and has a fleet of F100 and A320 aircraft that predominantly conduct charter operations throughout regional Western Australia. VARA continued to operate through COVID-19 and beyond to support our major clients in the mining industry and the future is exciting and prosperous.

What you’ll be doing:

The Safety Auditor/Investigator role is to ensure that all of VA and VARA's policies and procedures embedded within the airline's safety management system (and manual suite more broadly) are effective and compliant with regulatory standards. This role is a support function within the Safety Systems Department and partners with various internal and external stakeholders.

You’ll be great in this role if you:

  • Come with previous experience in an aviation operational role (Flight Operations, Ground Operations and/or Airworthiness, Engineering)
  • Are a critical thinking with excellent written and verbal communication
  • Enjoy Technical analysis / report writing
  • Understand:
    • Safety Management Systems
    • Australian Civil Aviation Safety Regulations (CASR) framework
    • International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) framework
    • International Aviation Transport Association (IATA) framework
  • Have completed:
    • Lead Auditor Qualifications
    • Head Investigator Course
    • Safety Management Systems Course

What you’ll get from us

We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):

  • Heavily discounted air travel for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year)
  • Flexible working arrangements (including work hours and work from home)
  • Discounts on travel insurance, car hire, accommodation and experiences worldwide
  • Discounted Virgin Australia Lounge membership
  • Hospitality, retail, technology, beauty services and wellness discounts
  • Wellness support, including the betterme digital wellbeing platform
  • A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, which offers confidential coaching and support from qualified professionals for all aspects of life – physical, mental, social and financial
  • Dress for Your Day – enjoy the freedom to wear whatever is appropriate for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you

Equality rules

We’re all individuals. We love that. That’s why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to join our family.

Ready to apply? We’re ready to hear from you. Apply now.

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