Description

There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?

At United, we fly into airports around the entire world. And we need a whole team of people to keep things running in tip-top shape! From the exceptional service at the check-in counter to the departure gate, and even behind the scenes making sure your checked bags arrive with you, our Airport Operations team keeps operations at our airports running smoothly every single day.

At United, we offer a competitive compensation package, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accident and disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, and flight privileges.

The salary for this position is $73,425 to $107,690, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, education and skills. This range is based on a full-time schedule.

Bonus eligible: yes

"Salary and benefits information is being included in this job posting in accordance with California state law."

Key Responsibilities:

The Senior Specialist - Airport Operations Safety Line Stations has responsibility to support safety oversight, programs, initiatives, and strategies to reduce and prevent injuries, damages, and incidents at the assigned Line Station Region(s). The senior specialist must possess a proven track record of operational knowledge, leadership skills, and people skills (ref. Leadership Model). The assistant manager must also possess general knowledge of Safety regulations, Safety Management Systems, Risk Management, Investigations, ATW and BTW procedures, as well as regulatory requirements to include FAA, OSHA, and local Safety requirements i.e. state, city. Must also be willing and able to travel up to 40% domestically.

• Acts as subject matter expert and assists with station investigations, root cause analysis for injuries, aircraft damages and issues of regulatory non-compliance

• Assists and leads risk analysis exercises for identified hazards, new and or modified safety policies and/or procedures

• Works with station Sr. Leadership to assist in implementing and managing proactive safety and compliance initiatives and to enforce standard operating procedures

• Develops and maintains Safety programs and initiatives

• Facilitates safety training to include OSHA 10, Accident / Incident Investigation, and Injury Management

• Interact with Business Partner safety leaders to address safety concerns, hazards, trends, and performance

• Works collaboratively with other stations and safety leadership to develop programs, review procedures

• Travel to stations within assigned portfolio to support safety program oversight, safety assurance, leadership calibrations, training, risk assessments, and the Safety Excellence Program

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant work experience

• 4+ years of related experience

• Knowledge of airport operations, ground handling, or airport ground servicing procedures

• General knowledge of safety management, risk management, occupational injury management, or quality systems

• Ability to work independently to meet deadlines, prioritize high workload, and be available for occasional last-minute travel

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification

• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Bachelor's Degree

• Occupational safety, Environmental, Aviation Management, Systems Safety, Industrial Engineering, Human Factors, Quality Management, Business Management, Science or Technical related fields

• 6+ years of related experience

• OSHA 30-hour, OSHA Instructor 511/501, Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or higher, ASQ, or similar professional safety, quality, or environmental accreditation

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.

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