Vice President – Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE), dnata USA

About the role

dnata is a global air and travel services provider operating at 130+ airports in 34 countries. The Vice President – Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE) leads safety strategy across dnata USA’s network, based in Orlando, Florida, overseeing Safety Management Systems, HS&E programs, training, and compliance to ensure safety for employees, customers, and the travelling public.

Responsibilities

• Execute dnata’s safety strategy across all U.S. divisions in alignment with global standards; develop and continuously enhance Safety Management Systems, HS&E policies, procedures, training, and quality programs.
• Lead HSE initiatives (e.g., behavioural safety, campaigns, technology) through gap analysis and cross‑functional coordination; maintain annual plans aligned to business priorities.
• Oversee safety systems (including MetricStream), ensuring robust data capture, analysis, risk assessment, and reporting through dashboards to support decision‑making.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, legislative, and internal standards; conduct audits, manage HS&E records, and oversee incident reporting and investigations.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, tracking performance to ensure delivery against financial targets.
• Champion a proactive safety culture, embedding safety, quality, and sustainability across the organization; coach and support leadership on best practices.
• Provide insights and recommendations to executive and station leadership on safety performance, trends, and corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to “The dnata Way” and local regulations; maintain documentation, training materials, and effective communication of updates.
• Assess and mitigate risks, ensuring decisions are made with appropriate due diligence, authority levels, and stakeholder consultation.
• Set clear objectives, drive accountability, and enable team performance through effective support, resourcing, and development.
• Partner with HR on talent management and succession planning to address capability gaps and build a high‑performance workforce.
• Lead by example to embed safety‑first behaviours, accountability, and alignment with dnata’s Vision, Mission, and Values.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, Aviation Management, Risk Management, or a related field is preferable) plus 5–10 years of relevant safety, training, and/or HS&E experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

Qualifications

• Recognised certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or NEBOSH International General Certificate are advantageous.

Skills

• Strong experience with safety metrics, data analysis, reporting tools, and performance dashboards.
• In‑depth knowledge of safety management systems, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement practices.
• Proficient in relevant software applications and systems.
• Proven ability to build cross‑functional relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines independently.
• Decisive, detail‑oriented, and able to balance collaboration with firm compliance oversight.
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example, engage teams, and drive a strong safety culture.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Other company‑sponsored benefit programs.

Pay

• Compensation range: $150,000–$210,000 annually.
• Eligible for an annual performance bonus.