Joining Team Norse is more than getting a job. It is all about belonging.

Joining Norse at this phase means you will be heavily involved in the shaping of the company’s operational capabilities and contributing to the upholding of a safe working environment for all your colleagues. As Norse grows and evolves, so will the SMS, and it will be your responsibility to ensure this growth reflects Norse’s safety culture and values.

This is a unique opportunity to join the organisation and would enable you to play an invaluable part in continuing to build a robust SMS; supporting our day-to-day operations with a safety focus.

If you are excited at the prospect of joining a young airline with big ambitions, Norse Atlantic UK could be the airline for you. Flexibility, self-motivation and the ability to collaborate within a team are essential qualities. Norse is moving fast, if this is a role that suits you, apply now for the opportunity to be a part of our unique journey.

Responsibilities and Duties

The Safety Manager is the focal point for Norse Atlantic UK's Safety Management System (SMS) that is regulated by both the AOC and CAMO Approvals. This role is responsible for the development, administration and maintenance of the SMS and leads the UK Safety Team based at London Gatwick. The dedicated Safety Team lead by the Safety Manager is working to create a visible, transparent and effective SMS. In this role you will support and enhance Norse Atlantic UK's (Norse) safety profile across the organisation.

• Management of the SMS on behalf of the Accountable Manager, promoting and demonstrating commitment to the Safety
Policy
• Facilitation of, and support for, hazard identification, risk analysis and management
• Ensure implementation of actions to mitigate risks in safety action plans and evaluate their effectiveness
• Manage statistical reports on safety performance
• Ensure maintenance of all safety management documentation
• Actively promote corporate culture for safety
• Ensure safety management training meets acceptable standards
• Provide independent advice on safety matters
• Ensure initiation and follow-up of internal occurrence / accident investigations
• Ensure relevant safety related information from the UK CAA, industry and contracted organisations is disseminated
internally
• Manage the Flight Data Monitoring Programme
• Participate in the development of the Emergency Response Plan
• Ensure a structure of safety meetings is followed and complies with both company policies and regulatory requirements
• Manage Safety Performance Indicators and ensure that they are relevant and reflective of Norse's operations
• Develop and maintain the SMS
• Inform senior management of relevant safety performance data
• Ensure a relevant structure of safety publications is disseminated internally
• Liaise with regulatory authorities when required
• Facilitate regulatory authority audits of Norse UK when required
• Attend industry seminars/conferences
• Travel within the UK and overseas may be required on an adhoc basis

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

A relevant engineering degree or an aircraft maintenance technician qualification with additional education that is acceptable to the competent authority. ‘Relevant engineering degree’ means an engineering degree from aeronautical, mechanical, electrical, avionic or other studies that are relevant to the maintenance and/or continuing airworthiness of aircraft/aircraft components.

1. The above may be replaced by 5 years of experience. The 5 years should cover an appropriate combination of experience in tasks related to aircraft maintenance and/or continuing airworthiness
   management and/or surveillance of such tasks;
   • Demonstratable knowledge of UK CAA regulations including Part CAMO
   • Proficient in Office 365 modules (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
   • Proficient in the use of management system software (Centrik, IQSMS, SafetyNet)
   • Recognised industry training in the following areas:
   Safety Management Systems
   Root Cause Analysis
   Safety Investigation
   Human Factors

Operational experience in commercial aviation and good knowledge in all areas of SMS related to commercial aviation
• Have analytical problem-solving skills
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of risk-based safety management
• Have effective communication skills, both verbally and written
• Understand human and organisational factors

We offer

• The possibility of being part of a great team, working together to build one of the most exciting new airlines
• An informal and positive work environment
• Competitive benefits                                                                                                      

We believe that culture will be our competitive advantage.

Team Norse has identified three core values that we all should live and breathe.
They are:  

• Be inclusive
• Take ownership 
• Show kindness.

Deadline: 27th June 2025

Please note this is a office based role, 3 days in the office is required.

If you have questions about the position, you are welcome to send an email to: careers@flynorse.com

Please note: you have 2 days from submission to edit your cover letter before it can no longer be changed.