Aviation Company — JOHN F KENNEDY AIRPORT, NY
SAFETY & TRAINING MANAGER (JFK Airport)
Starting Pay: $85,000 - $95,000/yr.
JOB DUTIES:
Lead safety, security, and training programs across warehouse and ramp operations.Promote a culture of safety through training, employee engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives.Ensure compliance with company policies, air carrier requirements, customer standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.Investigate safety incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.Provide safety guidance and training to managers and supervisors on safety best practices and incident prevention.Oversee training schedules to ensure timely completion of new hire and ongoing training programs.Manage training resources, facilities, and instructional personnel to support operational needs.Serve as the primary contact for workplace injury follow-up, recovery coordination, return-to-work processes, and workplace accommodations.Conduct physical security audits and investigate security incidents, policy violations, loss events, theft, fraud, workplace violence, and other critical incidents.Prepare and deliver reports related to safety, security, and investigation findings.Facilitate monthly safety meetings to identify hazards and enhance workplace safety.Lead strategic projects focused on injury prevention, risk reduction, and operational safety improvements.Promote a safety-first mindset throughout the organization.Support emergency response planning, crisis management, and incident response activities.Respond to safety and security events as required to support operational needs.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience.Minimum 5 years of aviation and warehouse operations experience.Minimum 5 years of ramp safety experience.Minimum 5 years of experience in law enforcement, loss prevention, security, investigations, or a related field.Minimum 3 years of experience in disability management, workers’ compensation, injury management, or a related field.Knowledge of OSHA regulations, ADA requirements, injury management practices, and ergonomics.Experience managing confidential and sensitive information.Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.Ability to analyze data and utilize Safety Management Systems (SMS).Experience conducting investigations and implementing corrective actions.Knowledge of crisis management and emergency response planning.Strategic, proactive, and hands-on approach to workplace safety and training.Ability to support a 24/7 operational environment as needed.