Safety investigator job description
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Example safety investigator requirements on a job description
Safety investigator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in safety investigator job postings.
Sample safety investigator requirements
- Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Safety, Engineering, or related field
- At least 3 years of experience in safety investigations or related field
- Familiarity with relevant federal and state regulations
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Sample required safety investigator soft skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
Safety investigator job description example 1
Delta Air Lines safety investigator job description
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
Corp. Safety, Security & Compliance
26-Aug-2022
Ref #: 15652
How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)
The Co-Op Flight Safety Investigations responsibilities include providing support to the Flight Safety Accident/Incident Investigation Team, Flight Operational Quality Assurance (FOQA), and Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP).
The data collected through these programs supports Delta's Safety Management System (SMS), which is a cornerstone of Delta's proactive accident and incident prevention system to track, trend and resolve aviation hazards.
T his position will include exposure to the full investigati ve process, in which a successful candidate will be responsible for collecting factual data, such as damage data, injury information, meteorological conditions, crew background, human performance data, flight recorder data, and other relevant investigative data.
Students must be able to work the following semesters as a co-op, prior to graduation:
Spring 2023
Fall 2023
Summer 2024
*Must graduate August 2024 or later
What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)
+ Applicants must be in a degree seeking program, with a concentration in one of the following programs: Aviation Safety, Professional Flight, Aeronautics, Aviation Management, Aviation Engineering, Aerospace Occupational Safety
+ Student must have strong written and verbal communication skills, possess a current passport, and be willing to travel as required.
+ Applicants must have at least three (3) work semesters available.
+ The ideal candidate will have a passion and foundational knowledge in aviation safety investigation
+ Applicants must have at least three (3) work semesters available
+ Applicants must have strong written and verbal communication skills, possess a current passport, and be willing to travel as required.
+ Where permitted by applicable law, must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by date of hire to be considered for U.S.-based job, if not currently employed by Delta Air Lines, Inc.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)
The following are preferred qualifications: high proficiency with MS Office applications, especially Excel, Project, Visio, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
A successful candidate should be highly motivated with the desire to learn and have a passion for safety and flight.
Delta Air Lines, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodation in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a qualified individual, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings through this site, apply for jobs through Delta's online system, or at any point in the selection process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please click here
Corp. Safety, Security & Compliance
26-Aug-2022
Ref #: 15652
How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)
The Co-Op Flight Safety Investigations responsibilities include providing support to the Flight Safety Accident/Incident Investigation Team, Flight Operational Quality Assurance (FOQA), and Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP).
The data collected through these programs supports Delta's Safety Management System (SMS), which is a cornerstone of Delta's proactive accident and incident prevention system to track, trend and resolve aviation hazards.
T his position will include exposure to the full investigati ve process, in which a successful candidate will be responsible for collecting factual data, such as damage data, injury information, meteorological conditions, crew background, human performance data, flight recorder data, and other relevant investigative data.
Students must be able to work the following semesters as a co-op, prior to graduation:
Spring 2023
Fall 2023
Summer 2024
*Must graduate August 2024 or later
What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)
+ Applicants must be in a degree seeking program, with a concentration in one of the following programs: Aviation Safety, Professional Flight, Aeronautics, Aviation Management, Aviation Engineering, Aerospace Occupational Safety
+ Student must have strong written and verbal communication skills, possess a current passport, and be willing to travel as required.
+ Applicants must have at least three (3) work semesters available.
+ The ideal candidate will have a passion and foundational knowledge in aviation safety investigation
+ Applicants must have at least three (3) work semesters available
+ Applicants must have strong written and verbal communication skills, possess a current passport, and be willing to travel as required.
+ Where permitted by applicable law, must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by date of hire to be considered for U.S.-based job, if not currently employed by Delta Air Lines, Inc.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)
The following are preferred qualifications: high proficiency with MS Office applications, especially Excel, Project, Visio, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
A successful candidate should be highly motivated with the desire to learn and have a passion for safety and flight.
Delta Air Lines, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodation in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a qualified individual, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings through this site, apply for jobs through Delta's online system, or at any point in the selection process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please click here
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024