Vacancies at Civil Aviation Authority

Description

The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has an exciting opportunity in our Aviation Security department. We are looking for a talented individual with the relevant skills and experience who will:

• develop and manage an Aviation Security Risk Management System.
• develop and monitor Cyber Security Governance Framework, incorporating norms and standards for managing cyber security within the aviation industry.
• ensure SACAA achieves its objectives and goals of protecting civil aviation data systems from malicious electronic attacks (unlawful interference) and developing means to deal with the consequences of such attacks. 

AVIATION SECURITY RISK MANAGEMNET FRAMEWORK

• Develop and maintain an Aviation Security Risk Management Framework for the South African Aviation industry.
• Guide the South African Aviation industry on the implementation of a security risk framework and risk management.
• Establish and manage a security risk assessment and the mitigation process for the aviation industry.
• Establish a security data collection and analysis system.
• Maintain the Aviation Security National Risk Context Statement up to date and collate data to inform the Statement.
• Engage all stakeholders on prevailing aviation security risks as well as mitigation measures to be implemented periodically.

AVIATION CYBER SECURITY FRAMEWORK OVERSIGHT AND REVIEW

• Develop and oversee the implementation of the cybersecurity framework and strategy, and overarching aviation risk strategy, ensuring effective implementation across the civil aviation industry.
• Receive and review for approval Cyber Security Strategies and DRP periodically from aviation industry stakeholders.
• Lead the identification, implementation, and mitigation of security mechanisms.
• Participate in the development of future standards and requirements in collaboration with industry peers.
• Lead, develop, manage and maintain the cybersecurity governance deliverable lifecycle including ICAO standards.

MANAGEMENT OF CYBER SECURITY INCIDENTS

• Develop and implement security incident management, response, and recovery strategies.
• Advise the Operators on the potential impact on cyber governance/risk/compliance requirements.
• Provide support for the implementation of risk mitigation strategies when required.

MANAGEMENT OF THE NON-CONFORMANCE REPORTING SYSTEM AND DATABASE

• Manage the development and monitoring of the non-conformance database, and analysis of trends.
• Communicate with Operators on new trends and threads concerning cyber security in the aviation environment.

LIAISON AND CONSULTATION

• Establish a consultative structure for the aviation industry
• Develop strategy and monitor implementation
• Provide feedback to SACAA
• Participate in relevant structures within the aviation industry, risk management and cyber security

Requirements

Minimum Qualification:

• National Diploma or equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification in Computer Science/ Information Technology or related qualification
• Risk Management certificate would be advantageous

Ideal Qualification:

• Cyber Security certification (CISM, CISA, CISSP)
• Quality Management certificate
• Information Security certification

Experience:

• 5 years Risk Management including Cyber Security

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Description

INTRODUCTION

The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has an exciting opportunity in our Aviation Security department. We are looking for a talented individual with the relevant skills and experience who will:

• monitor the implementation of the National Aviation Security Plan (NASP) and other related Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) in compliance with the ICAO SARPs
• promote Aviation Security and strengthen the national aviation systems

OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES - INSPECTIONS AND AUDITS (RISK-BASED)

• Plan and execute inspections and audits following laid down ISO procedures.
• Conduct oversight activities as assigned by the manager, make appropriate recommendations and submit comprehensive reports.
• Conduct inspections/audits follow-ups to ensure that identified security gaps are closed.
• Evaluate, validate, and review security programs and manuals for Airport Operators, Aircraft Operators, Air Navigation Services, Aircraft Operator, and Catering Service Providers.
• Process applications for the designation of officials for aviation security at the airports and airlines.

ADMINISTRATION

• File inspection and audit reports.
• Create and maintain a database of allocated clients.
• Create and maintain a database for non-compliances on the findings register.
• Handle internal and external correspondence through the manager.
• Maintain the AVSEC documents management.

ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLIANCE

• Follow up on and evaluate corrective action plans.
• Initiate enforcement by alerting the manager of non-conformances, in line with the Enforcement procedure.
• Submit reports of all major and severe non-conformances for the Manager to submit to the Enforcement Committee.

AMENDMENTS TO REGULATIONS

• Recommend to the Manager a review of regulations to address identified gaps in the security system.
• Participate in the process of amending legal instruments related to aviation security.

LIAISON AND CONSULTATION

• Participate in Local Airport Security Committee as and when assigned and provide feedback to SACAA through the manager.
• Provide feedback on queries raised by operators.
• Participate in security awareness programs and SACAA initiatives.

Requirements

Minimum Qualification:

• Relevant National Diploma or NQF 6 qualification
• Basic aviation security Certificates and other related certificates

Ideal Qualification:

• NQF Level 6 Diploma in Security Risk Management, Quality Management or other relevant qualification

Experience:

• 3 years Aviation Security or related experience

Closing Date:

All SACAA appointments are subject to S98 of the Civil Aviation Act, 13 of 2009 and all successful candidates will be subjected to security vetting. Employment Equity candidates will be prioritised in line with Employment Equity Plan. If you have not heard from the SACAA 90 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has an exciting opportunity in our Personnel Licensing department. We are looking for a talented individual with the relevant skills and experience who will develop and maintain a system for the oversight and surveillance of training standards and ensure the effective and correct administration of aviation training organisations conducting aviation maintenance and apprentice training in accordance with the South African Civil Aviation Regulations Part 141, ICAO Annex 1 and internal company policy and standards. Oversight of designated AME examiners, oversight of examination centres.

CATS AND CAR DEVELOPMENT

• Conduct research and development.
• In co-operation with Managers: Licensing and Examinations
• develop and implement Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) and Civil Aviation Technical Standards (CATS) for the Civil Aviation Regulations Part 141 and Parts 66 in compliance with the standards and recommended practices of ICAO Annex 

OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT

• Develop civil aviation regulations and technical standards, training syllabi, theoretical knowledge examinations and practical testing for the issuance of all ICAO Annex licenses and ratings regulated in terms of the Civil Aviation Regulations.
• Develop and maintain a system for the oversight and surveillance of the practical examination/testing of aviation personnel licensed, that keep abreast of international best practices,
• Oversight the airworthiness of aircraft utilised in training organisations.
• Conduct audits on all Part 141 Certificate holders conducting AME and Apprentice training as per the Master Surveillance Plan to establish compliance
• Establish compliance to the Regulations by conducting audits and inspections as per SACAA Procedures to establish compliance
• Make relevant recommendations pertaining to safety management systems.
• Recommend enforcement measures with respect to regulatory non-compliance
• 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, Part 66.
• 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.
• Conduct oversight on the airworthiness of aircraft being used in training organizations.
• 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

Minimum Qualification:

• Aviation maintenance license 

Ideal Qualification:

• Sound knowledge of training and training administration
• Knowledge of licensing regulations, licensing practices, training regulations, training practices and procedures, together with administrative ability and leadership

Experience:

• 5 years' experience as an Aviation Maintenance Engineer

Closing Date: 23 November 2022

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Description

The Senior Internal Auditor (Financial and Performance) coordinates and conducts assigned internal audits and special adhoc projects in accordance with the risk based internal audit plan and provides assurance and advisory services to contribute to improvements in governance, risk management and control effectiveness across the SACAA

Requirements

• NQF level 7 Bachelor's Degree in Audit or Finance
• 6 years Audit or Finance Management. Of which two years were in a managerial or supervisory role.

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Responsible for licensing standards and regulations for cabin crew licenses; oversight of cabin designated examiners and the certification and continued safety oversight of Aviation Training Organisations.

CATS AND CAR DEVELOPMENT

• In co-operation with Managers: Licensing and Examinations
• Develop and implement Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) and Civil Aviation Technical Standards (CATS) for the Civil Aviation Regulations Part 141 and Parts 64 in compliance with the Standards and Recommended Practices of ICAO Annex 

OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT

• Conduct audits on all Part 141 certificate holders to establish compliance.
• Conduct audits and inspections as per SACAA Procedures to establish compliance.
• Provide oversight the activities of designated cabin examiners and cabin instructors.
• Conduct cabin safety training as per the Master Surveillance Plan.
• Make relevant recommendations pertaining to safety management systems.
• Recommend enforcement measures with respect to non-compliances to regulations.
• Investigate and recommend action to the Director on any deviations to the requirements.
• 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 to ensure compliance in accordance with the provisions of the Civil Aviation Regulations 2011, Part 64.
• 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

Minimum Qualification:

• Cabin Crew Instructor license issued in terms of Part 64 of the Civil Aviation regulations

Ideal Qualification:

• Extensive knowledge of ICAO Annex 1
• Thorough knowledge of licensing regulations, licensing practices, training regulations, training practices and procedures, together with administrative ability and leadership

Experience:

• 5 years' experience as a Cabin Safety Instructor
• Extensive training experience as a Cabin Crew Instructor for aviation personnel licensed in terms of Part 64 of the regulations
• Sound knowledge of training and training administration

Closing Date: 25 November 2022

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has an exciting opportunity in our Personnel Licensing department. We are looking for a talented individual with the relevant skills and experience who will:

CATS AND CAR DEVELOPMENT

• In co-operation with Manager: Licensing and Manager: Examinations; develop, implement, and review applicable Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) and Civil Aviation Technical Standards for the Civil Aviation Regulations 2011, Parts 60, 61, 62, 63, or 101 in compliance with the standards and recommended practices of ICAO Annex 1.

PLANNING AND SURVEILLANCE

• As an authorised officer of the SACAA, responsible for conducting audits on all Part 141 certificate holders, as per Master Surveillance Plan, to establish compliance to the regulations.
• Conduct audits and inspections as per the Manual of Procedures.
• Make relevant recommendations pertaining to safety management systems. 
• Recommend enforcement measures.
• Provide factual reports of audits and inspections conducted on the training organisations.
• Monitor and follow up corrective action and the implementation and closure of the action within negotiated time scales.

OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT

• Responsible for recommending the approval/denial/withdrawal of exemptions and special approvals.
• Provide direct entry support to the legal system on enforcement issues.

INDUSTRY LIAISON AND CLIENT SERVICE STANDARDS

• Liaise with industry to record problem solving solutions and convey knowledge to the industry to allow for the improvement of standards.
• Resolve each customer issue while abiding by regulations and internal policies.
• To establish, monitor and maintain client/customer service standards in regard to aircrew examinations in line with international trends.

Requirements

Minimum Qualification:

• Hold or have held a CPL (A) or (H) license with ATP Theoretical examination credits
• Hold or have held a flight instructor rating issued in terms of the Civil Aviation Regulations 2011, Parts 61.

Ideal Qualification:

• Airline Transport Pilot License with Grade 1 Flight instructor rating
• Sound knowledge of training and training administration

Experience:

• Grade 2 Flight Instructor Rating: 500 hour

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has an exciting opportunity in the Non-Scheduled Operations and General Aviation department. We are looking for a talented individual with the relevant skills and experience who will:

• perform oversight and monitor the implementation of the Part 114 and other related Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) in compliance with the Civil Aviation Act.
• promote Aviation Security to strengthen the national aviation systems.

OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES - INSPECTIONS, AUDITS, AND SURVEILLANCE

• Plan and execute inspections and oversights and other types of monitoring activities in line with functional procedures.
• Conduct oversight and other types of monitoring activities as assigned by the manager, make appropriate recommendations, and submit comprehensive reports.
• Conduct follow-up inspections or audits to ensure the resolution of identified non-compliances.
• Process applications for the approval of security programmes or manuals, air operator certificates, and other such applications.
• Evaluate, validate and review security programmes, and other relevant security manuals for Air Carriers, Aerodromes, and General Aviation.
• Process applications for the validation of appointed officials for Aviation Security.
• Participate in development and continuous improvement of procedures and quality management documents.

ADMINISTRATION

• Perform job-related administration tasks.
• Create and maintain a client database.
• Create and maintain a database for non-compliances on the findings register.
• Maintain non-scheduled operations and general aviation data and information repositories on business system(s).
• Maintain the AVSEC documents management system in line with the records management procedures.

ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLIANCE

• Follow up and evaluate the implementation of corrective action plans and effectiveness of corrective measures to ascertain resolution of non-compliances.
• Initiate enforcement action for cases of non-compliances meriting enforcement action in line with the enforcement procedure.
• Prepare a memorandum and attach all necessary documents with recommendations to submit to the enforcement unit.

AMENDMENTS TO REGULATIONS

• Recommend to the manager a review of regulations to address identified gaps in the security system.
• Participate in the process of developing and amending legal instruments related to aviation security.

LIAISON AND CONSULTATION

• Act as liaison with internal and external stakeholder regarding aviation security related matters.
• Ensure that all requests are attended to, and queries are handled in line with the SACAA policies and procedures.
• Provide feedback on queries raised by operators.
• Participate in security awareness programs and SACAA initiatives.

Requirements

Minimum Qualification:

• Relevant National Diploma or NQF level 6 qualification
• Aviation Security certificates

Experience:

• 3 years Aviation Security experience OR
• 5 years Aviation Safety experience

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has an exciting opportunity in our Regulation Development department. We are looking for a talented individual with the relevant skills and experience who will:

• provide regulatory and general legal services to SACAA.
• ensure that SACAA is protected against any legal risk by providing legal, regulatory and technical support services.
• assist technical Divisions in developing legally sound and concise regulations and technical standards.
• manage the formulation and approval of regulations and technical standards through a consultative process with the aviation industry in terms of section 157 of Civil Aviation Act, 2009 (Act No. 13 of 2009) (“the Act”).
• manage Secretarial support services of the Civil Aviation Regulations Committee (CARCom), a statutory Committee established in terms of section 157 of the Act.
• provide regulatory and general legal services to SACAA. Ensure that SACAA is protected against any legal risk by providing legal, regulatory and technical support services by drafting or vetting proposals for amendment of regulations and technical standards; drafting legal opinions, vetting of exemptions, vetting and drafting of contracts, advising on any legal matter; drafting and vetting of legal and non- legal documentation and provide legal services in meetings when requested to do so by SACAA Divisions.
• provide verbal and written legal opinions/advice on a variety of matters pertaining to the acts and regulations administered by the SACAA and other matters of interest that have an impact on SACAA.
• review of the final drafts of regulations and amendment to confirm their legality, determine the effect of such an amendment and the impact the Regulations or proposal will have on other existing legislation and to ensure conformity with constitutional principles.
• draft/scrutinise and finalise the international agreements and memoranda of understanding (MOU).
• draft/scrutinise or vetting of commercial contracts and service level agreements.
• provide legal opinions/advice risks associated with commercial contracts.
• provide legal support in the negotiation of commercial contracts and service level agreements.
• coordinate, provide assistance, monitor and guide attorneys in litigation process and potential litigation matters against the SACAA.
• deal with Department of Transport and Director of Civil Aviation appeal matters and represent the SACAA in tribunal appeal Committee.

REGULATION DEVELOPMENT AND PROVISION OF LEGAL SUPPORT SERVICES

• Draft/vet proposals for amendment of regulations and technical standards.
• Draft regulations and technical standards.
• Review final drafts of regulations and amendment to confirm legality.
• Draft Memorandums for approvals of regulations and technical standards.
• Draft any regulations, notices, publications as assigned by LAC.
• Facilitate and monitor the approval process of the regulations and adhere to deadlines.
• Draft Board and Executive Committee submissions, draft monthly reports, analyse exemptions and provide legal advice thereto.
• Perform any other function for Legal and Aviation Compliance department when delegated to do so by the Manager: Regulation Development; provide any legal advice when assigned to do so.
• Perform Civil Aviation Regulations Committee secretarial functions as assigned.

DRAFTING OF LEGAL OPINIONS

• Research and draft accurate and legally correct legal opinions.
• Recommend the course of action to be taken.

LITIGATION PROCESS

• Consider the merits of the matter.
• Research the legalities pertaining to the matter and ensure that SACAA is protected against any legal risk that may arise.
• Coordinate, provide assistance to monitor and guide the attorneys in the litigation matters.

DRAFTING OF CONTRACTS

• Draft, vet, interpret, and advise on contracts to ensure compliance and protect the interests of SACAA.

Requirements

Minimum Qualification:

• B Proc or LLB, admitted as an Attorney or Advocate with pupillage

Ideal Qualification:

• Legislative drafting certificate

Experience:

• 3 years Attorney or Advocate with Basic Elementary exposure as Legal Practitioner
• 3 years Legislative Drafting experience

Closing Date: 07 December 2022