Leslie Thomson

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About Leslie Thomson

Developing, managing and monitoring the Quality & Safety assurance programme that includes safety and quality auditing of safety-critical operational areas including the organization structure, Cargo and Ground operations and security both in Dubai and at the outstations. •Training of seconded safety auditors and airport managers in safety management. •Performing continuous risk assessments of the company's operations to ensure level of risk remains at an acceptable level. •Oversee the implementation of the Safety Management systems (SMS). Conducting IOSA and ISAGO audits internally within the Emirates Group. •Maintain and update the Safety Management Systems Manual to ensure currency and conformance to Regulatory Authorities requirements. •Investigation of incidents and accidents and compilation and analysis of reports. Compile safety data reports for management review. •Preside over quarterly departmental safety board meetings. •Represent Emirates at safety conferences. • Safety advisor and subject matter expert (SME) to the authors of operational manuals including the ground operations, passenger services and cargo manuals. •Part-time trainer in Auditing and Airside Safety, Health and Safety and Human Factors courses for airport staff. •Providing consultancy on Safety Management System Ran for Mayor of Gibsons B.C