Regional Safety & Compliance Manager

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Join Worldwide Flight Services. WFS employs over 22,200 professionals in ground handling across a global network of more than 170 locations and 22 countries on five continents. A career with us opens opportunities to develop existing skills, learn new skills, and experience working with different customers and cultures with the aim of delivering world-class service. WFS provides a full-service capability that includes Aviation cargo, Airline passenger, and Aviation ramp services. Our team is highly trained, skilled, and confident airport service professionals supported by local training and development. We are passionate, capable, and open to new opportunities presented by customers worldwide. Join our Worldwide Flight Services family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipments, luggage, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 164 airport locations, 18 countries, and on 5 continents. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us? Job Summary The Regional Safety & Compliance Manager is responsible for ensuring that all Express standard work is executed in accordance with corporate, airline, line of business, and regulatory safety/security requirements. This role drives consistency and continuous improvement across multiple stations by following up on safety/security incidents, analyzing incident trends, and developing proactive risk mitigation plans to maintain a safe, compliant, and high-performing operation. Responsibilities Partner with station leadership to ensure all Express standard operating procedures (SOPs) are understood, implemented, and audited for safety/security compliance. Facilitate regular safety and security audits and gap-closure actions to reinforce consistent execution of standard work. Serve as a regional SME during investigations, and assist local leadership with root-cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action tracking. Coordinate with Airline Partners, Corporate Safety and Security departments. Collect and analyze audit data across the region. Identify patterns, emerging risks, and lead indicators to prioritize focus areas. Develop, implement, and monitor regional safety and security action plans targeting identified risks and compliance gaps. Evaluate effectiveness of mitigation strategies and adjust plans based on performance data. Design and deliver safety and security training programs (e.g., new-hire safety orientation, refresher courses, leadership walk-throughs). Coach station managers and frontline supervisors on safety and security best practices, behavior-based safety, and incident prevention. Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement through recognition of safe behaviors. Act as the SME and liaison between station operations, corporate safety/security, and third-party service providers. Advise on facility design and layout changes to optimize traffic flows, ergonomics, and emergency egress. Represent WFS Express safety priorities in regional leadership forums. Minimum Requirements Candidates should ideally be located within 20 miles of major airports (e.g., PHL, ATL, JFK, EWR, BOS). Minimum 5 years of progressive safety experience in logistics, aviation, distribution, or high-volume warehouse operations. Demonstrated expertise in incident investigation, root-cause analysis, and corrective-action planning. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in safety data systems and MS Excel or comparable analysis tools. Excellent communication and coaching skills; ability to influence across all levels of the organization. In-depth knowledge of industry safety standards. Ability to travel regularly across the assigned region and work flexible hours as needed. BA in Safety Management, Industrial Engineering, Occupational Health, or related field (or equivalent experience). Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Standing/Walking/Climbing ladder 70%, Sitting 15%. Work environment is warehouse and ramp conditions with seasonal weather. Occasional requirement to lift/carry up to 50 lbs. Perks & Benefits Earn wage advances up to 50% of earned wages before payday through Branch app. On-the-spot recognition through Awardco for top performers. Health insurance options for full-time employees. Wellness programs offered to all employees. 401k program offered. Opportunity for internal mobility and transfers. WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals. Note: This description reflects the current job posting and does not include external job listings or unrelated content.

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