SOUTH AFRICAN CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY (SACAA)

OBSTACLES INSPECTORS - FIXED- TERM CONTRACT (CENTURION)

Reference Number SA-465

Description

 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversight 

• Verify and assess aviation obstacle applications submitted to the SACAA against ICAO SARPS, CARs and CATS.
• Verify and assess proposed developments submitted to the SACAA against ICAO SARPS, CARs, CATS and international standards relating to obstacle management and control, before approval.
• Verify and assess proposed alternative energy projects submitted to the SACAA against ICAO SARPS, CARs, CATS and international standards relating to obstacle management and control, before approval.
• Request for additional information, where required
• Forward the outcome of the assessments to the Data Coordinator.
• Plan and execute obstacle inspections and audits on all aerodromes, and heliports to ensure that they comply with civil aviation regulations and technical standards
• Audit the compliance level of personnel training at aerodromes
• Compile findings report according to categories
• Make recommendations to clients for corrective action and continuous improvement of operating standards.
• Prepare findings and identify possible trends / high or consistent risk areas and propose interventions to improve Obstacle Limitation Surfaces
• Propose promotional activities and/or Regulatory change where necessary
• Propose amendment to Manual of Procedure and Technical guidance Manual, ISO procedures and forms

Administration

• Perform general office administration tasks.
• 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 departmental Documents management relating to Obstacle Management
• Complete the inspection checklist as per applicable regulation
• Draft inspection reports and submit to the clients
• Compile and submit reports on oversight findings
• Facilitate the safekeeping and evaluation of aerodrome manuals and provide them to stakeholders when required

Enforcement

• Conduct investigations to determine compliance with regulations
• Perform follow-ups on all noted non-compliance incidents and cases investigated to ensure that appropriate corrective action, sanction or penalty is imposed
• Compile reports of all major and severe findings for submission to the Enforcement Committee

Regulations Research and Development

• Provide recommendations on issuance of aerodrome and heliports licenses based on inspections conducted, in full consultation with all role players.
• Conduct research and make recommendations about applicable national and international requirements
• Provide input to new proposals and amendments to legislation on SARPS and CARS through the Manager
• Propose amendments to CARS/CATS to align with Annex 14 amendments and ICAO documents.
• Propose and submit regulation review to CARCOM.

Liaison and Consultation

• Participate in meetings relating to aviation obstacles, developments and alternative energy projects.
• Assist in arranging, coordinating and present safety promotion activities, related to Aerodromes and Heliports
• Liaise with various stakeholders in conducting oversight
• Address Industry stakeholder problems/queries promptly and professionally
• Provide Industry feedback to the Authority.
• Inculcate upon Industry stakeholders the safety prerequisites and procedures

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 

Education:

• Grade 12
• ICAO Annex 14 OLS Course
• Diploma in Business Administration or Management or relevant equivalent qualification at NQF Level 6

Added Advantage

• National Diploma in Surveying or GIS or Aerodrome Management or Aviation Safety qualification.
• PANS-OPS Basic Flight Procedure Design Course

Experience:

• 2 Years' Obstacles Evaluation or Assessment experience

Closing Date: 02 September 2026

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.

Work Level Skilled

Job Type Contract

Salary Market Related

Duration 2 - 3 Years

EE Position Yes

Location Centurion

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HUMAN CAPITAL BUSINESS PARTNER (2 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT) (CENTURION)

Reference Number SA-473

Description

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To support line management in all Human Resources activities encompassing the development and implementation of Human Resources policies and procedures of the SACAA.

Human Resources Policies

• Provide input into the development of Human Resources policies and procedures in partnership with the Management.
• Training and Development
• Assist employees and line management in the planning and implementation of training and development interventions.

Human Resources Administration

• Perform the day to day Human Resources administration of SACAA policy and procedures.
• Attend to queries and follow up with the line managers and employees in line with the time frames as outlines in the HR SLA.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of HR events.

Performance Management

• Provide line management with advice and support pertaining to the performance management process and ESS system.
• Facilitate and coordinate any appeals lodged by staff members with the guidance from the ER department.
• Train, Monitor and implement effective performance management process and systems for SACAA employees.

Staffing

• Provide line managers with advice and support pertaining to the acquisition of staff within the boundaries of the relevant policies, practices and procedures.
• Assist with the compiling of a shortlist of potential candidates together with the line manager.
• Conduct interviews and complete the necessary administration.
• Prepare the required reports for approval and offers for prospective employees.
• Conduct induction for every new employee in line with the Induction policy and procedure.
• Liaise with ER on Disciplinary and Grievance matters.
• Industrial Relations
• Provide the support to employees and managers regarding the implementation of Industrial Relations practices and procedures.
• Participate in engagement forums between line management and the Labour Union.
• Assist in Facilitating the arranging of Disciplinary Hearings and recording of lodged grievances.

Organisational Development

• Perform Organisational Development studies when required and make recommendations to ensure effective service delivery. 
• Implement Job Evaluation process with the assistance from the OD department.
• Support the OD department with the implementation of all OD initiatives and processes. 
• Assist in implementing HR and Employee Engagement surveys.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

National Diploma in Human Resource Management or Industrial Psychology or Relevant Equivalent qualification.

Added Advantage

Degree in Human Resource or Industrial Psychology or Relevant Equivalent Qualification.

Experience

3 Years – Human Resources Business Partner

Closing Date: 31 August 2026

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.

Work Level Skilled

Job Type Contract Salary

Market Related

Duration 2 - 3 Years

EE Position Yes

Location Centurion

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ENFORCEMENT SPECIALIST (CENTURION)

Reference Number SA-471

Description

INVESTIGATIONS

• Liaise with inspectors and conduct joint investigation when and where necessary.
• Carry out investigations and draw up investigation’s plans. Conduct and record interviews with witnesses and suspects. Record witness statements.
• Compile and prepare case dockets and exhibit files as per enforcement manual.
• Safeguard documents relating to investigations that have been conducted. Present enforcement file to the Manager: Enforcement & Exemptions
• Compile enforcement reports.
• Liaise with other enforcement agencies and conduct joint investigations, where necessary.
• Report criminal cases to the SAPS and assist the prosecutors in preparing charges levelled against offenders who contravened any civil aviation prescripts.
• Keep track of all enforcement cases submitted for prosecution.
• Provide enforcement reports to the Manager: Enforcement.
• Prepare reports to the Director in relation to enforcement actions taken and recommend further action.
• Compile enforcement progress updates and forward them to the enforcement coordinator.
• Ensure SACAA internal clients are up to date with developments in their enforcement cases

MANAGEMENT OF ENFORCEMENT CASES

• Manage and control enforcement files.
• Monitor and ensure that all developments relating to enforcement cases are accurately recorded in the enforcement register.
• Manage, monitor and make follow-ups on enforcement matters internally and externally.
• Prepare monthly reports detailing all enforcement cases taken and their status.
• Ensure that relevant SACAA clients are up-to-date with developments in their enforcement cases.
• Report and track progress on all enforcement cases, including those that have been reported to the SAPS/NPA.

ADMINISTRATION

• Ensure safe keeping of all enforcement files.
• Capture and maintain all enforcement file information on the EBS system
• Capture, track and maintain the enforcement outcomes on the EBS system
• Flag on the EBS system enforcement outcome that has been carried out

Requirements

EDUCATION:

• Matric
• Cargo Security Certificate or Dangerous Goods Cat 6 or Aviation Security Course
• Government Safety Inspector Course

IDEAL

• ICAO recognised Diploma in Aviation Safety or Security

EXPERIENCE:

• 3 Years' experience in investigations or inspections or quality assurance or auditing

Closing Date: 25 August 2026

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.

Work Level Skilled

Job Type Permanent

Salary Market Related

EE Position Yes

Location Centurion

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