Quality System Specialist

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 A320 and Embraer E190-E2 aircraft that predominantly conduct charter operations throughout regional Western Australia. VARA is on a growth path and has a strong focus on supporting our major clients in the mining industry - the future is exciting

What you'll be doing

As a Quality System Specialist, you will support the Quality Manager within the Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation (CAMO) across a range of quality, risk, assurance, compliance, and training activities. Your responsibilities will include conducting audits and investigations, supporting risk and occurrence management, contributing to safety and quality reporting, and developing training content and competency frameworks. You'll take a system- and data-driven approach to help identify and address safety, quality, and compliance risks, working closely with managers and teams across the organisation.

You'll be great in this role if you bring

• A degree, diploma, or equivalent qualification in aviation, engineering, safety or related field
  
• A qualification in Quality Management Systems, the minimum required to gain certification as a lead auditor
  
• Aircraft accident / incident investigator qualification
  
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
  
• A minimum of 2 years' experience in quality and safety management
  
• Sound knowledge of regulations and standards applicable to continuing airworthiness
  
• Experience in an airline environment – safety, engineering, maintenance or operations
  
• Demonstrated ability to conduct quality audits and investigations
  
• A process-driven mindset with a strong understanding of management systems and continuous improvement methodologies
  
• Highly proficient in PowerBi and Excel for data analysis
  
• Strong ability to communicate complex issues and reports to Executive-level stakeholders
  
• Knowledge of an airline operation and an understanding of a safety and quality management systems
  
• Knowledge and / or experience in developing online training content
  
• Prior hands-on experience in aircraft maintenance, tertiary-qualified engineer, or equivalent (desirable)
  
• Have previously held or have the experience to hold a CASA Form 4 position (desirable)
  
• Experience leading projects or implementing change initiatives (desirable)
  
• A strong desire to contribute and be part of a great culture and high performing team (desirable)
  
• Understanding of Engineering & Maintenance (Part 42 and / or Part 145) regulatory framework (desirable)
  

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 Converge 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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