Safety Analyst

About the opportunity The Safety Analyst role forms part of the Safety, Risk, and Intelligence Branch. It requires high levels of autonomy, judgement, and initiative to undertake analytical tasks that contribute towards CASA’s evidence-based decision‑making processes. The Safety Analyst reports to the Section Manager Safety Intelligence & Analysis and is responsible for analysing and converting data into valuable intelligence. The role will conduct analytical tasks, produce in‑depth reports, and provide key insights using contemporary analytical tools. The successful candidate will demonstrate analytical skills based on rich, diverse aviation‑related data collected through various avenues. Key Responsibilities Perform complex data analysis tasks to identify potential safety issues based on discovered data trends, patterns, themes, and emerging risks. Prepare papers, briefings and reports incorporating statistical techniques, methods and/or models to discover notable relationships or significant changes in safety data from a variety of sources through contemporary analytical tools. Design, develop and publish self‑serve reports and dashboards using data visualization tools such as Power BI for regular business area consumption. Produce and deliver presentations to share and communicate analytical findings to a variety of internal or external stakeholders at forums, meetings, or conferences. Communicate and make balanced recommendations using professional judgement, evaluating ambiguous and incomplete information, factoring in risks and being sensitive to the context. Engage, liaise and work proactively with internal and external stakeholders to collect, analyse and share safety data and information. Propose and facilitate innovative initiatives that contribute to improve analytical processes, methods, and tools to increase efficiency, accuracy, and data quality. Lead, manage, and coordinate key projects, research tasks and team deliverables. Review analytical briefs, research papers, self‑serve reports and associated code used for extraction/analysis, providing validation and constructive feedback. Promote workplace safety, equity and diversity, participative management and environmental management in the workplace and act in accordance with the CASA values and behaviours. Work supportively and cooperatively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to achieve shared outcomes. Other duties as required. Ideal Candidate Ideal candidates for this role are data‑minded leaders possessing proficient analytical and problem‑solving capabilities. They can use technical skills to analyse data, apply statistical analysis techniques, and present complex information effectively. Proficient analysis skills with the ability to explore data patterns and trends to identify aviation safety issues and make effective findings using statistical methods & critical thinking abilities. Strong problem‑solving skills, including the ability to manipulate and manage data to inform effective decision making. Knowledge and experience in contemporary analytical tools and programming languages (e.g., Power BI, SQL, R, Python). Demonstrated experience in conducting detailed analysis through technical skills and stakeholder engagement. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present data and information effectively in a complex technical environment and to a broad audience. Demonstrated experience in managing deadlines and working cooperatively with a broad range of stakeholders. Tertiary or similar qualifications in data analytics, data science, statistics, mathematics, or other relevant fields. Eligibility Requirements Employment with CASA is subject to conditions prescribed within the Civil Aviation Act 1988. Prospective employees must undergo pre‑employment screening, including police record check. Must be an Australian citizen. About the Civil Aviation Safety Authority “Safe skies for all—it begins with you.” CASA is established by and operates under the Civil Aviation Act 1988 and the Airspace Act 2007. Its primary function is to conduct the safety regulation of civil air operations in Australia and the operation of Australian aircraft overseas. CASA licenses pilots, registers aircraft, oversees aviation safety, promotes safety awareness, and ensures safe use of Australian airspace. It is a Corporate Commonwealth entity subject to the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013. CASA employs over 800 people across Australia. We are an engaged team and proud to work for CASA, strongly believing in the vision, mission, and goals of our agency. We are highly connected to CASA’s values and regulatory philosophy that underpin all we do. We understand how our roles directly contribute to aviation safety. We are a relationship‑based organisation and value the input and ideas of others. #J-18808-Ljbffr