Vice President Regional Quality EHS & Security - APAC - #1098638

Who we are?

Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to some 4,000 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Defence, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers’ journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.

Your Opportunity

As Vice President Regional Quality EHS & Security you are responsible for leading and managing operational risk, compliance, and SQEHS strategy across multiple APAC business units. This role ensures alignment with company policy, regulatory obligations, and strategic objectives, contributing to operational excellence and company growth.

Your Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and People Management

• Provide strategic direction to the SQEHS teams across the APAC region.

• Lead and develop a high-performing team to meet company compliance and quality targets.

• Define and implement EHS, Quality and Compliance strategies, ensuring they are understood and executed across functions.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives to embed a culture of quality and operational excellence.

• Provide coaching, training, and performance management to team members.

• Foster cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement.

Safety, Quality, Environment, and Compliance Management

• Ensure compliance with company, aviation, defence, and regulatory requirements.

• Build safety culture of continuous improvement supported by achievement of key metrics.

• Maintain and continuously improve quality systems, audit processes, and incident management protocols.

• Collaborate with international and national airworthiness authorities (NAAs), defence, environmental, WHS, and security bodies.

• Oversee and review incident investigations, analyze trends, and drive preventive measures.

Operational Risk Management

• Embed risk management practices into business decisions across APAC operations.

• Lead the implementation of risk mitigation strategies and compliance frameworks.

• Ensure effective systems are in place for hazard identification, reporting, and risk controls.

• Coordinate remedial actions for compliance or performance issues.

What You Will Bring

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s in Aviation Management, Quality, or related field preferred.

• 15+ years’ experience in senior leadership roles within aviation or defence industries.

• Proven ability to lead in complex, global, matrixed environments.

• Experience managing regulatory interfaces, audits, and defence sector compliance.

Key Competencies

• Visionary leadership with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Deep understanding of aviation safety, regulatory frameworks, and quality systems.

• Expertise in emergency response planning and risk mitigation.

• Skilled in continuous improvement methodologies, root cause analysis, and performance metrics.

Personal Attributes

• Strong ethical standards with a customer-first mindset.

• Resilient, adaptable, and collaborative in a multicultural environment.

• Embody Jet Aviation’s values: Trust, Honesty, Alignment, and Transparency.

Why Jet Aviation?

 At Jet Aviation, you’ll be part of a global community united by excellence, innovation, and integrity. In this pivotal role, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of aviation in one of the world’s most diverse and high-growth regions. If you're ready to lead with impact and purpose—this is your next flight path. 

Your Remuneration Package will include:

• Base Annual Salary - experience and qualification dependent

• Plus Transport Allowance

• Plus Variable Bonus up to 35% annually