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Director, Safety, Security, Compliance & Emergency Response Language of Work : English (Bilingual English/French is an asset) NOC : 00015 Wage range : $166,050- $184,500 Performance Pay : Eligible for annual performance-based Short Term Incentive Pay (STIP) bonus. Location : Calgary Airport Authority, 2000 Airport Road NE, Calgary Alberta T2E 6W5 Canada. Responsibilities Lead and oversee the Airport Operational Compliance & Assurance Program, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and continuous improvement. Develop and manage the Airport Safety and Safety Management System (SMS), including OH&S strategy and compliance. Oversee the Airport Security Program, liaising with Transport Canada and external security agencies. Provide strategic leadership and administration for the Safety, Security, Compliance and Emergency Response team, including budget management and stakeholder engagement. Lead the Emergency Preparedness and Response Program, including training, AEOC operations, and contingency planning. Manage contracts for ARFF and EMS services, ensuring compliance and performance standards. Liaise with external agencies to maintain mutual aid agreements. Report on KPIs and provide expert advice to executive leadership and stakeholders. Qualifications Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Aviation Studies, Industrial Health and Safety, Public Safety, Emergency Preparedness/Business/Risk Management or related field. Relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of formal education. 1015 years of experience in safety management within the aviation industry, including direct responsibility for regulatory compliance, Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S), and Safety Management Systems (SMS) at an airport or in an aviation environment. Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership role (such as Director or equivalent) overseeing safety, security, or emergency preparedness teams within an airport or aviation environment. Working knowledge of Transport Canada Canadian Aviation Regulations and standards related to aerodrome operations and safety. Experience reporting at executive and board level on compliance. As this position is considered safety-sensitive, candidates must successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process. This role includes driving as part of its duties; therefore, candidates will be required to provide a valid Class 5 drivers license and a current drivers abstract as part of the hiring process. Additional Skills / Assets Bilingual in English and French Graduate-level education such as MBA or specialized advanced degrees. Previous emergency service experience, preferably in airport firefighting. #J-18808-Ljbffr