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About the role
Overview
QHSE Support Advisor
Location: Remote, but travel will be expected across United Kingdom and Ireland within this role
Contract Type: Permanent
Department: Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE)
Reports to: QHSE Regional Support Manager
Must be able to drive
Join us at one of the UK's busiest and most dynamic aviation hubs, where you'll have the chance to make a real difference every single day. As our QHSE Support Advisor at Heathrow, you'll be at the heart of creating a safer, more sustainable workplace for hundreds of colleagues whilst playing a pivotal role in shaping our Zero Incident and Zero Waste culture.
This is your opportunity to influence positive change, develop professionally in a fast-paced aviation environment, and work alongside passionate teams who are committed to operational excellence. If you thrive on variety, enjoy building relationships across all levels, and want a role where your contribution genuinely matters, we'd love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
What You'll Be Doing
Champion Safety and Excellence
Act as the go-to QHSE expert for managers and teams, providing trusted advice and practical support on all quality, health, safety and environmental matters
Partner with operational leaders to embed safe working practices and ensure we consistently meet Swissport's QHSE management systems
Lead by example through visible leadership, coaching and engagement that brings our Zero Incident and Zero Waste culture to life
Drive Continuous Improvement
Monitor and support the delivery of QHSE KPIs across people, equipment, facilities and aircraft operations
Identify opportunities for improvement, support corrective actions and help teams learn from both successes and challenges
Build QHSE awareness and capability across all levels through effective communication and knowledge sharing
Ensure Compliance and Manage Risk
Support internal audits, inspections and investigations, ensuring findings are documented, tracked and acted upon
Assist with incident investigations to identify root causes and share lessons learned across the station
Help maintain the operational risk register and ensure we stay ahead of legal and regulatory requirements
Build Strong Partnerships
Develop trusted relationships with colleagues, customer airlines, airport authorities and regulatory bodies
Communicate QHSE performance clearly and effectively to station management
Ensure local activities align with Swissport's global standards and strategic direction
Qualifications
You'll Bring:
Knowledge of UK aviation safety or operational regulations relating to Quality, Health, Safety and Environment
Experience supporting or implementing QHSE systems, processes or behavioural safety programmes
Excellent communication and influencing skills – you can engage and coach people at all levels with confidence
Strong attention to detail, personal integrity and organisational capability
The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, complex environment where priorities can shift quickly
Flexibility to work varied hours and spend time in operational areas alongside our teams
Must have a NEBOSH Certificate is essential
It Would Be Great If You Also Have:
Experience in aviation, logistics, cargo, workshop or similar operational environments
Exposure to ISO/OHSAS management systems or auditor certification
Experience supporting cultural change or continuous improvement initiatives
What you'll Gain
Make a Meaningful ImpactBe the trusted QHSE voice for our LHR station, where your expertise and guidance will directly improve safety outcomes and operational standards for your colleagues.
Diverse and Engaging WorkNo two days are the same. You'll work across operational areas, engage with frontline teams, support investigations, lead improvement initiatives and collaborate with airlines and airport authorities.
Professional DevelopmentDevelop your expertise in aviation QHSE management systems, gain exposure to international standards, and build valuable skills in coaching, audit management and cultural transformation.
Visibility and InfluenceWork closely with station leadership and be recognised as a key partner in driving safety performance and continuous improvement across the operation.
Be Part of Something BiggerContribute to Swissport's global QHSE strategy whilst helping to build a Just Culture environment where everyone feels empowered to speak up and do the right thing.
If you're passionate about creating safer, better workplaces and want to be part of a team that values your expertise and contribution, we'd love to welcome you to Swissport.
Apply today and help us build a culture where everyone goes home safely, every single day.
Swissport has strict obligations under the General Data Protection Regulation 2016/679 (“the GDPR”). Compliance is therefore a responsibility embedded in all roles. Specifically, however, you are required to actively support and assist the business with compliance, both in your daily duties and in respect of ad hoc projects and activities. You are expected to demonstrate good practice to direct reports, and actively promote a culture of compliance.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSIONSwissport and its employees have a strict duty under the Equality Act 2010, not to be discriminatory in their treatment of colleagues and customers, on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. Compliance with equality and diversity principles is therefore a responsibility embedded in all roles. Specifically, you are required to:
[NOTE: This is not exhaustive and may vary depending on location and operational / local customer requirements.]
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