Job Opportunities at Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA)

Description

• Responsible for Licensing standards and regulations for all aircrew licenses, oversight of designated flight examiners, approval and oversight of examination centres. 

CATS and CAR development

• Develop and implement CARs and CATS for Part 141 and Part 64 in compliance to the standards and recommended practices of ICAO Annex 1

Operational Management

• Approve and conduct audits on all Part 141 Certificate holders conducting aviation training as per the Master Surveillance Plan to establish compliance.
• Qualify FSTDs regulated by Part 60 and conduct audits as per the Master Surveillance Plan to establish compliance.
• Conduct audits and inspections as per SACAA Procedures to establish compliance
• Provide oversight the activities of designated
• Make relevant recommendations pertaining to safety management systems.
• Recommend enforcement measures with respect to regulatory non-compliances
• Provide factual reports of audits and inspections conducted on the training organisations.
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of corrective action and the closure of action within allocated time frames.
• Facilitate approval, and their maintenance with respect to Training and Procedures Manuals
• Support the Licensing Administration function within SACAA, including the assessment of applications, against legal requirements in accordance with the provisions of the Civil Aviation Regulations 2011, Parts 60,61, 62, 63, 64, 68, 69, 71 and 101
• Investigate and recommend action to the Director on any deviations to the requirements.
• Introduce adequate control measures to enable SACAA to effectively carry out its mandate of Safety and Security Oversight
• Update and amend all documentation, checklists and procedures to ensure compliance with the regulations.
• Recommending the approval/denial/withdrawal of exemptions and special approvals.
• Provide direct entry support to the legal system on enforcement issues

Communications and Safety Promotion

• Project a professional and positive image of the CAA to all stakeholders.
• Provide industry feedback to the Manager
• Industry Liaison and Client Service Standards
• Participate with industry through workshops and conferences in the development of:
• ­Practical examination/testing/training standards
• ­The oversight system to portray a positive image of the SACAA.
• Liaise with industry to record problem-solving solutions and convey knowledge to the industry to allow for the improvement of standards.
• Resolve customer issues while abiding by regulations and internal policies

Requirements

• Commercial Pilot License with ATPL subjects or Frozen ATPL plus SA Air Force Flight Instructor rating or Flight Instructor rating issued under Part 61 or Part 62 of the Civil Aviation Regulations 2011
• 300 hours - 500 hours flight instructor training experience

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• Responsible for the development of Pilot Examinations (Part 61, 62, 68 and 71). Remark of Examinations. Regulations Development for Part 61, 62, 66, 68 and 71. Processing of all new ATO/DTO for Parts 66, 68, 69, 61, 62, 68 and 71 training and FSTD applications under Part 60 of the regulations, auditing all approved and declared training organisations and the qualification of FSTDs in accordance with the South African Civil Aviation Regulations 2011, (As amended), ICAO Annex 1 and internal company policy and standards.

CATS and CAR Development

• In co-operation with Manager Training develop and implement Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) and Civil Aviation Technical Standards (CATS) for the Civil Aviation Regulations Part 141 in compliance with the Standards and Recommended Practices of ICAO Annex 1,

Operational Management

• Conduct assigned audits on all Part 141 Certificate holders conducting aviation training as per the Master Surveillance Plan to establish compliance.
• Conduct assigned qualification audits on all Part 60 Certificate holders conducting aviation training as per the Master Surveillance Plan to establish compliance.
• Conduct audits and inspections as per SACAA Procedures to establish compliance.
• Make relevant recommendations pertaining to safety management systems where applicable.
• Make relevant recommendations pertaining to Risk and Performance Based systems where applicable.
• Recommend enforcement measures with respect to regulatory non-compliances.
• Provide factual reports of audits and inspections conducted on the training organisations.
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of corrective action and the closure of action within allocated time frames.
• Facilitate approval, and their maintenance with respect to Training and Procedures Manuals
• Investigate and recommend action to the Director on any deviations to the requirements.
• Develop and implement standards for licensing administration that ensures adherence to requirements.
• Introduce adequate control measures to enable SACAA to effectively carry out its mandate of Safety and Security Oversight
• Update and amend all documentation, checklists and procedures to ensure compliance with the regulations.
• Recommending the approval/denial/withdrawal of exemptions and special approvals.
• Provide direct support to the legal system on enforcement issues

Communications and Safety Promotion

• Project a professional and positive image of the CAA to all stakeholders.
• Provide industry feedback to the Manager
• Industry Liaison and Client Service Standards
• Participate with industry through workshops and conferences in the development of training standards.
• The oversight system to portray a positive image of the SACAA.
• Liaise with industry to record problem-solving solutions and convey knowledge to the industry to allow for the improvement of standards.
• Resolve customer issues while abiding by regulations and internal policies

Requirements

Minimum Qualification:

• ATPL (H) or CPL (H) with ATPL exam credits plus Grade II Flight Instructor rating issued under Part 61 or SA Air Force Flight Instructor Rating Category B 

Ideal Qualification:

• Airline Transport Pilot Licence with Grade I Flight Instructor rating.

Experience:

• Flight Instructor rating (Part 61 or 62) or SA Air flight instructor rating 300 hours

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Description
OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• The purpose of the role is to set standards and oversee the aviation infrastructure portfolio to ensure that there is adequate infrastructure suitable and compliant for aircraft to take off, fly and land safely and in a sustainable manner. This is done through ensuring compliance with the legislative framework established, licensing and approval requirements, covering multidisciplinary areas overseen by the Division including Aerodromes and Facilities, Air Navigation Services, Meteorological Oversight and Environment oversight as it relates to the reduction of carbon emissions in aviation. The oversight mandate is linked to the compliance programmes as per the legislative framework, ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (ICAO SARPs) as well as the strategic direction taken by the organisation from time to time. 
• Strategic Alignment and Strategic Support to the SACAA Director of Civil Aviation and Board
• Provide support to the Director of Civil Aviation and SACAA Board, through establishing and maintaining an efficient and effective Aviation Safety Infrastructure, meteorological and environmental oversight, in line with SACAA’s mandate.
• Manage and develop the overall Divisional (Aviation Safety Infrastructure, meteorological and environmental oversight) strategy and management philosophy for SACAA.
• Translate the SACAA vision and strategic objectives into Divisional imperatives and ensure integration with other departments to effectively support the achievement of SACAA’s strategic priorities.
• Manage, develop and implement an annual business plan that will effectively meet both the short and long-goals and strategy requirements of the division and organisation. 

Financial Management

• Compile the Divisional annual budget for approval by Exco and the Board, in line with the PFMA, National Treasury regulations and other appropriate legislation, policies and procedures and ensure management thereof.
• Manage expenditure in line with approved parameters, and report variances as required, in line with the PFMA and other appropriate legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Manage costing mechanisms so as to ensure accurate revenue, costing and planning.

People Management

• Manage and ensure the implementation of people development interventions for divisional operations, that are aimed at institutionalising a high-performance culture and establishing a cohesive and positive working environment within SACAA, to improve staff morale and increase productivity.
• Oversee the mentoring and coaching of staff on an ongoing basis, to ensure an effective and efficient Division.

Policy Development

• Lead and manage regulatory reviews and submissions, in relation to Safety Infrastructure, meteorological and environmental developments.
• Serve as an international representative of SA interests in standards development, for Aviation Safety Infrastructure and environment oversight.
• Ensure consultation regarding policy development.
• Proactively research, develop and establish the specified standards to be applied, in the area of oversight, approval, evaluation and issuance of Aviation Safety Infrastructure and environment licenses, approvals and certification.
• Manage and oversee the development, review and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure validity and compliance to ICAO SARPs, as well other legislative policies and procedures, in relation to Aerodromes, Air Navigation Services, Aviation Environmental Oversight and MET Oversight.
• Oversight of authorisation of aerodromes, licensing approval, air navigation, meteorology and environmental compliance
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders and accept responsibility for complex problem-solving, liaison and interaction with stakeholders.
• Ensure optimum internal and external communication on issues of Aviation Safety Infrastructure and environment oversight.
• Define and manage the scope of oversight requirements, scope of work, and resources required, so as to ensure efficient and effective work programmes.
• Manage and review operational performance against the business plan, to ensure maximum integration of programmes and projects.
• Manage and ensure effective implementation of regulations and enforcement of Aviation Infrastructure, Meteorological and Environmental Oversight non-compliances.

Aviation Infrastructure Operations Promotion and Communication 

• Promote Aviation Safety Infrastructure and Environment Oversight to industry stakeholders.
• Oversight of licensing approval and authorisation of aerodromes, including all infrastructure aspects such as fencing, ground markings, quality assurance and safety pertaining to people and processes.
• Oversight of air navigation and air traffic service units, including all aspects such as training, design of flight procedures, equipment, communication and surveillance equipment, publications of safety guidelines pertaining to safety infrastructure.
• Oversight of monitoring and reporting on environmental compliance, such as carbon emission targets, noise levels etcetera.
• Oversight of maintenance of meteorological facilities and equipment and all other necessary functions related for aviation purposes.

General

• All tasks and responsibilities as specified by the SACAA Quality Manual and SACAA Quality Manual Procedures references, including references to all staff and generic terms such as executive management.

Requirements
Minimum Qualification:

• Relevant Engineering qualification (Civil; Electrical; Construction; Aeronautical), Relevant Air Navigation Services qualification / or relevant aviation professional training or equivalent qualification in airports and air navigation services. 

Ideal Qualification:

• MBA

Experience:

• Senior Management Experience: 10 years
• Aviation Infrastructure or Relevant Experience: 10 years
• 5 Years Contract