SMS Risk Focal on Site

Job Description Summary

As SMS Risk Focal on Site you will be responsible for managing hazards within the assigned plant and serving as a key liaison among Compliance, Supply Chain, Product Quality, Operations, and SMS.

Working in close partnership with cross-functional teams, you will lead investigations and the hazard management process from a Safety Risk perspective, supporting teams in defining actions required to ensure residual risk acceptability in accordance with company procedures.

You will also coordinate mitigation activities, maintain hazard records, and support the organization in strengthening its Safety Management System (SMS), safety culture, and compliance readiness. In addition, you will participate in operational rhythms to help identify threats, hazards, and potential risk consequences related to products, services, and systems. This role reports directly to the Safety Risk Management Leader.

Essential Responsibilities

• Manage and update the hazard log and SAT records with accuracy and discipline
• Support cross-functional collaboration to ensure effective hazard read-across across processes, products, and organizations
• Lead preliminary investigations engaging risk owners, by gathering data, facts, and supporting evidence
• Collect and review reports, inputs, and operational signals related to potential safety hazards
• Evaluate incoming information and record identified hazards in the hazard log, including classification and traceability
• Support preliminary work preparation and present hazard cases to the Safety Action Team (SAT) for formal risk assessment
• Coordinate, track, and monitor risk mitigation action plans, including escalation when required
• Apply FLIGHT DECK standards in daily management and operational routines
• Support the SMS team with trend analysis, safety metrics, safety culture initiatives, and customer/regulatory audits
• Actively participate in daily shop floor operating rhythms to foster strong cross-functional collaboration and engagement

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in a technical discipline
• Previous experiencein the aerospace and defense organizations, in one or more of the following areas: Engineering, Manufacturing, Product Quality, Safety, Quality Management Systems
• Knowledge ofaviation regulations and standards
• Knowledge ofproblem-solving and LEAN methodologies
• Stronginspection and investigationcapability
• Understanding ofmanagement systems, including compliance monitoring systems
• Understanding ofrisk analysis and assessment methodologies
• Understanding ofSafety Management Systems (SMS)andHuman Factors
• Fluent Italian and English
• Work Visa, in accordance with local regulation, is required

Desired Characteristics

• Pragmatic, fact-based decision-making
• Ability to identify weak signals and emerging safety risks
• Systems thinking and cross-functional perspective
• Strong prioritization and decision‑making skills
• High attention to detail, traceability, and record quality
• Facilitation skills to drive alignment across functions
• Resilience and independence under operational pressure
• Sensitivity to human and organizational factors
• Experience in quality assurance and auditing
• Effective communication skills

• Flexibilityand adaptability in role execution

Why Join Us

At Avio Aero, people power our progress. That’s why we invest in an environment where you can develop professionally, feel valued personally, and enjoy a healthy balance between work and life. As part of the CCNLMetalmeccanico framework, you’ll benefit from a comprehensive package designed to support you and your family, including:

• Performance‑related bonuses and local bonus scheme.
• Flexible benefits platformwith company contributions.
• Employee pension planwith company contribution.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Private complementary medical coverage.
• Sponsoredcanteenormealvoucherswhereno canteenisavailable.
• Global wellbeing programtosupportthephysical,financial,social,andemotional wellbeingincludingEmployeeAssistanc…
• Recognition awards to celebrate service and achievements
• Localspecialagreements,discountsandspecialoffers.
• Englishandlanguagestrainingforyouandonememberofyourfamily..
• Ongoingtechnical…

Contract Level

CCNL metalmeccanico – B3

Salary range for this role

48,300.00 - 64,400.00 euro + Performance‑related bonus + PDR up to 6000 euro

Compensation

Compensationwill be defined within the published salary range, reflecting the candidate’s experience, developed skills, and overall alignment with the role’s responsibilities.