Xolelwa Mblashwa
Safety And Risk Specilaist
Cape Town
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Safety and Risk Specialist with extensive experience in aviation safety management, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance. Adept at fostering a strong safety culture, implementing risk mitigation strategies, and conducting audits to ensure adherence to industry standards. Strong analytical skills combined with a proactive approach to hazard identification and incident prevention.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Safety and Risk Specialist
Global Load Control
03.2023 - Current
- Oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Safety Management System (SMS).
- Conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement effective mitigation strategies.
- Lead internal audits and assist with external audits to ensure compliance with aviation regulations and company policies.
- Facilitate incident investigations, perform root cause analyses, and develop corrective action plans.
- Promote a positive safety culture, encouraging open reporting and proactive safety engagement.
- Provide safety training and awareness programs for employees, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
- Analyze safety performance data, identifying trends and recommending improvements.
Load Control Agent
Global Load Control
08.2017 - Current
- Maintained detailed records of performed tasks to ensure accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
- Supported the airline''s on-time performance objectives through efficient load control management.
- Upheld strict confidentiality of sensitive flight information, ensuring data security at all times.
- Contributed to team success by providing training and guidance to new Load Control Agents on best practices and procedures.
- Successfully balanced competing priorities while maintaining focus on the ultimate goal of safe, efficient aircraft loading processes.
- Optimized aircraft weight and balance by diligently calculating load distribution.
Education
Bachelor of Social Science - Industrial Sociology And Economics
University of Fort Hare
East London, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS)
Risk Assessment & Mitigation
Regulatory Compliance (ICAO, IATA, FAA, EASA)
Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
Internal & External Audits
Emergency Response Planning
Safety Culture Development
Training & Safety Awareness Programs
Data Analysis & Safety Performance Monitoring
Confidential Reporting & Just Culture Implementation
Certification
Aviation Safety Management System (SMS) Certification
Timeline
IATA Dangerous Goods for ground personnel certification. CAT:C
03-2025
Certified Aviation Auditor
12-2023
Aviation Safety Management System (SMS) Certification
06-2023
Safety and Risk Specialist
Global Load Control
03.2023 - Current
Load Control Agent
Global Load Control
08.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Social Science - Industrial Sociology And Economics
University of Fort Hare
04.2001 -