Head of Safety and ComplianceMidlands Senior Leadership Opportunity Aviation Transport ServicesA well-established and highly respected aviation transport services organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Safety and Compliance to lead its safety, quality, and regulatory compliance function.Operating within a highly regulated environment, the business delivers specialist aviation services and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of operational safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.This is a critical leadership role, responsible for overseeing the organisation''s Safety Management System, managing regulatory relationships, and ensuring compliance across multiple operational and engineering functions.The RoleReporting into the senior leadership team, the Head of Safety and Compliance will provide strategic direction and operational oversight for all safety and compliance activities across the business.Key responsibilities include:Leading and developing the organisation''s Safety Management System (SMS)Driving a positive safety culture and continuous improvement initiativesActing as the primary point of contact for regulatory authorities and external auditorsManaging internal and external audit programmes and ensuring successful outcomesOverseeing compliance monitoring, investigations, non-conformances, and corrective actionsSupporting operational, engineering, and supply chain functions on regulatory and compliance mattersManaging supplier compliance a