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AIR TRAFFIC AND NAVIGATION SERVICES COMPANY (ATNS) VACANCIES - 20 APRIL 2026
AIR TRAFFIC AND NAVIGATION SERVICES COMPANY (ATNS)
CHIEF DESIGNER (OPEN AD)
Listing reference: atns_000661
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 30 May 2026
Position summary
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Job category: Others: General Management
Location: Bedfordview
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
Applications are invited for the Chief Designer (Grade 7) based at Bruma. The successful applicant will be reporting to the Head of Airspace Management & Technology Adoption. Purpose To manage, supervise, mentor, and lead Flight Procedure Design and Obstacle assessment that conceptualise, design and develop Instrument Flight Procedures and airspace. To ensure compliance to regulatory requirements of the Flight Procedure Design (PART 173), Charting (PART 177) and Aeronautical Information processes and output. To ensure the design and development of safe, efficient, effective and environmentally considerate Instrument Flight Procedures in accordance with ICAO DOC 8168 Volume I and II and Annex 6 criteria. Accountable for Flight Procedure Design approvals, Aeronautical Charts and delivery thereof to ATNS and the South African Civil Aviation Authority.
Job description
Flight Procedure Design - To manage and lead the flight procedure design section through enacting the Regulatory and SMS processes. Accountable to Head ASM & TA with regard to managing the FPDO. Reporting to Head ASM & TA and the SACAA including addressing safety concerns or identified deficiencies within the FPDO. Accountable for overall progress, reporting and completion of projects, DOT KPI’s and client service requests as per contracted agreements. Validation and approval of Flight Procedure Designs in accordance with all relevant ICAO SARPS, CARS and CATS requirements. Ensure compliance of Procedure Design Reports, Charts, Textual Description, drawing file, methodology, assumptions, calculations, user request specifications, aeronautical data and obstacle assessments through quality assurance (checklist) in line with ATNS SMS. To maintain record of all documentation for audits and SMS. Provision of Procedure Design Approval Letter for submission to SACAA with approved Procedure Design Packages. To verify and ensure by accepting responsibility and accountability that designs are produced in accordance with all relevant ICAO SARPS, CARS and CATS requirements. Review and managing of procedure design processes and procedures. Conduct safety assurance of proficiency assessments to ensure the continued maintenance of standards and regulation. Evaluation of findings and documentation of mitigation action in accordance with Third Party Ground Validation Reports and/or the SACAA review approval reports. To document areas of non-compliance to prevent reoccurrence of safety issues relating to Flight Procedure Design. Ensure compliance with environmental regulations by ensuring that environmental & noise sensitive areas are identified & considered in designs. Provide inputs into Safety Group Meeting as PANS-OPS representative. Provide guidance with regards to safety assessments relating to Flight Procedure Design. Provide guidance to ensure implementation of recommendations resulting from SACAA Part 173 and 177 audits. Ensure compliance with all relevant ICAO SARPS, CARS and CATS requirements. Provide inputs into the ATM and safety roadmaps. Provide relevant inputs to ICAO state letters. Manage and review the FPD/Charting training and standards maintenance program. Identify, monitor assess and address designer/charting competency issues. Develop, manage and oversee PANS-OPS and Charting OJT programmes. Receive and disseminate 3rd party Applicants, and oversee the conduct of obstacle evaluations in accordance with ICAO DOC 8168 Vol II and Annex 14 by obstacle evaluators
Marketing and client interaction (Internal and External) - Communicate FP Design services available to potential and existing clients. Draft formal quotations based on client requests or instruction from BD. Pursue new business opportunities in conjunction with Commercial Services. Liaison with internal and external clients including proposals/quotes and associated meetings. Advising and partaking of technical work groups and committees. Provide input concerning ATM system development and implementation committees and work groups processing.
Flight Procedures Design, data management and Airspace Design - Design Flight Procedures and Airspace as per AP005/FPD Operations Manual, including ICAO DOC 8168 Vol II and ICAO DOC 9906 Vol I and ICAO DOC 9613 criteria accepting responsibility and accountability that designs are produced in accordance with the relevant criteria and the SACAA Manual of Procedures, that designs are compliant for the safe operation of aircraft. Adherence to South African Civil Aviation Regulations. Regular production of Design Drawings. Production of detailed Flight Procedure Design reports, tabulations, textual descriptions and supplementary information for submission to the SACAA or external clients. Production of Calculation records. Provision of professional advice regarding Airspace Design in terms of PANS-OPS requirements. Provision of consultation services internally/externally as and when required concerning Flight Procedure. Consultation, co-ordination and liaison with clients. Ensuring compliance with NEMPAA and other environmental considerations. Verification of flight procedure designs. Remain knowledgeable with respect to all ICAO developments in flight procedure design, AIS and ATM operational concepts. Remain knowledgeable with respect to all ICAO developments in flight procedure design and airspace design. Provision of technical advice and input to the airspace design function. Provision of accountable advice and input to internal or external stakeholders regarding new, existing, amended or suspended instrument flight procedures. Preparation of information regarding flight procedure design activities within ATNS at workshops. Maintain Pans-Ops competency through training plan.
Research and position ATNS globally - Conduct research into new technology, Instrument Flight Procedure developments and Aeronautical Navigation advancements. Provide specialist consultancy services to ATNS and third parties. Identify and undertake research and development projects where required that will advance the corporate safety objectives of ATNS. Participate in Instrument Flight Procedure Panels/workshops/conferences as relevant. Represent ATNS at local stakeholder forums.
Associated Management and General Duties - Provide input into PANS-OPS section budgeting requirements. Plan and provide input on PANS·OPS/Charting section personnel requirements. Effective Office Management and personnel resources, the creation, maintenance and review of Job Descriptions for Flight Procedure Specialists. Engage Interviews applicable to the Flight Procedure Design. Plan and provide input on PANS-OPS section training (in-house and external) and instructor training requirements. Management of Flight Procedure Design office infrastructure including software requirements to ensure efficient operations. Provide professional advice into the development of relevant Civil Aviation Legislation. Implementation of all new ICAO developments and SARPS within the Flight Procedure Design and Cartography Scope. Establishment, amendment or change of FPD/Charting internal operations manual. Establishment, amendment or change of FPD management procedures as and when required. Establish and maintain training manuals as required, including progress tests, reports, and training logs as per South African Civil Aviation Regulations and ICAO DOC 9906 Vol II for in-house and external training. Record Management of the Flight Procedure Design and Charting Office, as per ISO, Legislation and the ATNS filing system. Assessing of proficiency for internal and external FPS trainees. Amendments, Maintenance and Input to internal Quality Assurance procedures concerning FPD/Charting in accordance with ISO 9001:2015.
Minimum requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor Administration or equivalent tertiary qualification
- BASIC and Advanced PANS-OPS. Course required in line with ICAO requirements, having completed the 18 months mentorship.
- Training in Procedure Design aided software, preferably PFDAM
- On-the-job Instructor course
Years of Experience
- 5 Years PANS-OPS Design experience (Senior)
- 3 Years in air traffic service environment; preferably air traffic control in approach/procedural/radar control environment, or Aircrew (Pilot/Navigator: Instrument environment) operational experience.
- 2 Years OJTI experience
If you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
ATNS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to achieve a diverse workforce broadly representative of our people. This position will be filled in line with the objectives of ATNS’ Employment Equity Plan and therefore candidates from designated groups as per the Employment Equity Act of 1998 are encouraged to apply.
People living with disabilities will be given preference in line with the with the EE Plan.
IT SOLUTION ARCHITECT
Listing reference: atns_000860
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 5 May 2026
Position summary
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Job category: IT-Architecture
Location: Bedfordview
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
Applications are invited for the position of IT Solution Architect (Grade 6) based at Head Office, Bruma. The successful applicant will be reporting to the Head of Enterprise Architect Purpose To design scalable, robust, and innovative digital solutions that address business needs and complex business challenges, to ensure that technology choices and designs support long-term agility, integration, and performance across the enterprise landscape and to ensure continuous research in the industry to identify trends and new technologies that can be implemented internally to enhance the current Safety, Security, Health and Environment policies, processes and procedures
Job description
Solution Design and Architecture - Design scalable and robust solutions that address current and future business needs. Develop fit-for-purpose solutions that are adaptable, maintainable, and aligned with business needs and priorities. Map proposed solutions to enterprise architecture frameworks and business strategies. Ensure compliance with architectural principles, technology standards, and governance models
Technical Advisory & Feasibility Analysis - Evaluate complex challenges and design technically feasible solutions. Conduct risk assessments and define mitigation plans. Lead technical discussions and solution design reviews across projects
Integration and Interoperability - Ensure integration to enable interoperability across systems and platforms. Define standards and guidelines for system integration and API development. Support project teams in integrating solutions into existing IT environments
Innovation and Technology - Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends. Evaluate and recommend new tools and platforms for enterprise adoption. Contribute to innovation initiatives and proof-of-concept development
Stakeholder Engagement and Requirements Translation - Engage business and technical stakeholders to understand their needs. Ensure that business needs are accurately translated into effective technology solutions. Translate business requirements into technical specifications. Facilitate alignment between business goals and technology capabilities
Documentation and Governance Support - Maintain comprehensive documentation of designs, decisions, and solution rationale. Support compliance with governance and audit requirements. Provide inputs into enterprise architecture repositories
If you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
ATNS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to achieve a diverse workforce broadly representative of our people. This position will be filled in line with the objectives of ATNS’ Employment Equity Plan and therefore candidates from designated groups, as per the Employment Equity Act of 1998, are encouraged to apply.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Minimum requirements
Formal Qualifications
· Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Software Engineering or related field
· Certifications preferred (e.g., TOGAF, ArchiMate, Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect)
Desired Qualifications and Experience
· At least 5 years’ experience in solution or enterprise architecture
· Strong understanding of architectural frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman)
· Experience in systems integration, digital platforms, and application design
· Familiarity with DevOps, API management, cloud architecture, and cybersecurity principles
IT BUSINESS ARCHITECT
Listing reference: atns_000859
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 5 May 2026
Position summary
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Job category: IT-Architecture
Location: Bedfordview
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
Applications are invited for the position of Business Architect (Grade 7) based at Head Office, Bruma. The successful applicant will be reporting to the Head of Enterprise Architecture. Purpose To define, develop, and maintain ATNS' enterprise business architecture by aligning business capabilities, processes, and structures with strategic business requirements and objectives, to ensure that enterprise system transformation initiatives are guided by coherent architectural principles, enabling effective change management, capability development, and value realization, to support management decision-making by providing a business-focused lens within the enterprise architecture function, and serves as a critical bridge between business stakeholders and technology teams and to ensure continuous research in the industry to identify trends and new technologies that can be implemented internally to enhance the current Safety, Security, Health and Environment policies, processes and procedures
Job description
Business Architecture Models - Provide a blueprint that aligns IT with business strategy, enabling strategic planning, change impact assessment, and capability-based planning. Develop and maintain current-state and future-state business capability models. Map business functions to services, capabilities, processes, and applications. Engage with business units to gather, analyse and validate requirements. Conduct workshops and working sessions to co-create architectural solutions
Business Capability Gap Analysis - Identify gaps between current and desired business capabilities. Enable evidence-based decisions on where to invest, retire, or enhance capabilities to support organisation performance improvement. Support prioritisation of transformation initiatives
Strategic Alignment of Initiatives - Translate business requirements into system architecture requirements and specifications to ensure the realisation of business value and prevent misaligned initiatives and wasted resources. Ensure all TI projects and programs align with business requirements and enterprise architecture principles. Ensure business value realisation from ICT investments and prevent misaligned initiatives that waste resources
Business Architecture Governance, Compliance & Risk Management - Ensure compliance with IT and Enterprise Architecture policies and processes, as well as all relevant legislation. Define and enforce enterprise system architecture standards and guidelines to minimise risk of disruption, identify dependencies, and ensure readiness for transformation. Support consistency, interoperability, and compliance with organisational standards. Identify risks and develop and implement approved mitigation plans and actions. Review and contribute to architectural decisions at governance forums
Change Impact Assessment - Assess impact of proposed changes to business capabilities, processes, and services. Minimise risk of disruption, identify dependencies, and ensure readiness for transformation. Provide architectural insights to support change control processes
Support for Enterprise Architecture Artifacts - Integrate business architecture into broader Enterprise Architecture discipline, enhancing traceability and reuse of architectural assets. Enhance traceability and reuse of architectural assets. Contribute business perspective to enterprise system architecture reference models and roadmaps. Maintain repository of system architecture documentation
Innovation & Continuous Improvement - Improve organisational agility through structured innovation and modernisation of system architecture. Monitor industry trends, business innovation and best practices. Recommend improvements to business models and services using architectural insights
Stakeholder Relations Management - Develop sound relationships with key internal and external stakeholders through continued communication and engagement to support ongoing collaboration and alignment. Promote collaboration and ensures business needs are accurately captured and reflected in architectural outputs
If you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
ATNS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to achieve a diverse workforce broadly representative of our people. This position will be filled in line with the objectives of ATNS’ Employment Equity Plan and therefore candidates from designated groups, as per the Employment Equity Act of 1998, are encouraged to apply
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Minimum requirements
Formal Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Information Systems, Business Administration or a related field
· Professional certifications preferred (e.g., CBA, TOGAF)
Desired Qualifications and Experience
· Minimum 5 years of experience in business analysis or system architecture
· ICT Governance and Compliance (e.g. COBIT, ITIL)
· Experience with security regulations and standards (e.g. POPIA, ISO 27001, NIST)
· Familiarity with risk assessment tools and security operations (SOC/SIEM)
IT TECHNOLOGY ARCHITECT
Listing reference: atns_000858
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 5 May 2026
Position summary
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Job category: IT-Architecture
Location: Bedfordview
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
Applications are invited for the position of IT Technology Architect (Grade 7) based at Head Office, Bruma. The successful applicant will be reporting to the Head of Enterprise Architecture. Purpose To ensure that the IT infrastructure meet present operating needs and stay sufficiently flexible to enable future improvements including edge computing, cloud services, and sophisticated analytics tools and to ensure continuous research in the industry to identify trends and new technologies that can be implemented internally to enhance the current Safety, Security, Health and Environment policies, processes and procedures.
Job description
Alignment - Provide expert advice to project teams on the use of integration technology, data architecture and modelling, system architecture including integration, and best practices. Lead the analysis of the current technology environment to detect critical deficiencies, legacy, and technical debt, and recommends solutions for improvement. In addition, the analysis of technology industry and market trends to determine their potential impact on the enterprise as well as on the enterprise technology architecture. Ensure enterprise-wide alignment by enabling informed decision-making and fostering cross-functional collaboration on architecture and transformation initiatives. Maintain architectural oversight through review boards and design authorities, ensuring alignment with business needs and objectives
Technology Evaluation - Conduct Technology Architecture planning to ensure that enterprise architecture remains modern, efficient, and aligned with market and technological evolution. Guide long-term architectural planning in line with regulatory, industry, and technological shifts. Support the establishment of Architecture standards and policy. Govern architecture standards and principles, ensuring compliance with security and related requirements. Develop and maintain strategies and roadmaps for the cloud infrastructure application used in company but not restricted to cloud-native solutions. Evaluate the applicability and value of innovative solutions for improving business operations and IT ecosystems. Advise leadership and project stakeholders on the adoption of new technologies. Support innovation initiatives by identifying technology enablers for future-state capabilities
Design and Implementation - Drive successful digital transformation through aligned design and seamless implementation of technology that supports both current operations and future capabilities. Define and align the current and future-state enterprise technology landscape, identifying deficiencies and recommending improvements that drive business transformation. Provide expert architectural guidance to ensure IT models are aligned with enterprise architecture principles and business objectives. Promote shared infrastructure services and reusable patterns to optimise delivery and reduce duplication
Research - Continuously research and monitor emerging technologies, tools, and architectural patterns relevant to business needs and priorities. Identify and introduce transformative technologies that support digital competitiveness Conduct feasibility studies and impact assessments on new or evolving technologies. Benchmark architectural approaches against industry best practices and peer organisations. Translate research findings into actionable insights and architectural recommendations
General Administrative Duties - Contribute to cross-functional initiatives including user requirements specifications, procurement and tender processes, and business case development. Support team development, quality/safety management system (QMS/SMS) compliance, and functional budget planning and monitoring
Minimum requirements
Formal Qualifications
· B-degree in Computer Science / Information Technology or equivalent
· TOGAF or enterprise architecture certification
Experience
· Seven (7) or more years of experience in any of the following disciplines: enterprise, solution, technical, information or integration architecture which include business experience in strategic and operations planning and/or business analysis.
If you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
ATNS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to achieve a diverse workforce broadly representative of our people. This position will be filled in line with the objectives of ATNS’ Employment Equity Plan and therefore candidates from designated groups, as per the Employment Equity Act of 1998, are encouraged to appl
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
HEAD OF SUPPLY CHAIN & CONTRACTS. 04/26
Listing reference: atns_000851
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 24 April 2026
Position summary
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Job category: Supply and Demand
Location: Bedfordview
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
Responsible for planning and implementing activities related to the timely, cost effective procurement, inventory control, planning and quality control of materials.
Job description
Major Activities
Strategy & Leadership - Provide strategic and operational direction and guidance for decision-making for supply chain management (SCM) function. Responsible for ensuring proper training and development of SCM personnel. Provide inputs and operational insights into the long-term financial management strategy from a supply chain and contracts management strategy perspective. Conceptualise and design the ATNS Supply Chain and Contracts Management strategy aligned to the business strategy. Successful implementation of integrated operational strategies and work plans. Set clear performance targets for Supply Chain and Contracts Management and ensure the achievement thereof by the Function. Develop the annual Supply Chain Management business plan to enable the achievement of the functional strategy and targets. Ensure alignment of the functional processes and outputs to the vision, mission and values of ATNS. Seek opportunities for contributing towards profitability – cost savings initiatives. Performance management – evaluation and grading, setting agreed targets to achieve centralised procurement objectives and goals. Review, develop and implement SCM strategy for achieving ATNS objectives.
Manage and maintain ATNS’s SCM policy, processes and procedures to ensure good governance and efficiency (Supply Chain and contract Management - To provide operational and technical thought leadership in the supply chain and contracts management department. Conceptualise and define the most appropriate supply chain and contracts management framework aligned to the business and departmental strategies. Conduct research and development regularly to enhance the Supply Chain and Contracts Management function’s operating frameworks aligned with the trends, technological advances and changes in business strategy. Establish, maintain and manage operations of the required forums and structures to enable effective collaboration and alignment with other functions. Continuously develop, maintain, measure, monitor and review the Function’s policies, procedures and service level agreements to ensure their legal compliance, efficiency and efficacy. Lead preparation of tenders and bids to ensure their accuracy and compliance and enable procurement of services and goods for the organisation. Manage evaluation of responses to bids and tenders to enable identification and appointment of qualified suppliers/ service providers. Manage discussions, drafting, reviewing and negotiating of the terms of business contracts. Conduct assessment of suppliers as required to ensure their capabilities and capacities. Ensure compliance to projects delivery schedules and payments of suppliers of goods and services. Manage effective and efficient monitoring of the projects budgets to ensure efficient business operations. Ensure training of all users on supply chain policies, procedures and processes to enable compliance. Manage record keeping for all contract-related correspondence and documentation. Monitor and complete contract close-out, extension or renewal, as appropriate. Ensure conducting of effective assessment of vendors aligned to the Vendor Management processes. Ensure proper maintenance of contract documents, amendments, change orders and correspondence. Maintenance of bank guarantees, and insurance policies as required. Commercial vetting of subcontractor tenders and contracts, negotiation, award support and risk analysis. Work with procurement managers and buyers to source the right products and services. Negotiate contracts with suppliers and customers. Improve the overall supply chain performance and look for any possible innovations to the process. Consider the environmental impact of the supply chain in order to enable meeting of the sustainability commitments. Implement new technologies and stay alert to new trends and developments in industry. Analyse supply chain data and performance. Ensure Implementation of CAPEX and OPEX procurement plan and monitor progress. Prepare and review submission memorandums to Procurement Committees. Provide final approval in line with the Delegation of Authority. Provide final approval on procurement transactions below R1m (VAT Incl). Make necessary recommendations in line with
Stakeholder Management - Develop and implement effective stakeholder management strategies, policies and procedures aligned to the business strategy. Build and maintain strong relationships with all relevant stakeholders to enable an effective and efficient Supply Chain and Contracts Management department. Keep stakeholders informed on all relevant developments and processes to enable their support and buy in. Guide Internal and External Stakeholders on procurement processes. Facilitate and ensure adherence to Procurement SLA with internal stakeholders. Advise Bid Committee members. Implement strategic sourcing, liaising and negotiating with new and existing suppliers to improve business. Build and maintain positive working relationships with strategic suppliers to ensure cost, quality, and delivery targets are met.
Governance, Risk, Compliance and Reporting - Develop, implement and manage the governance, risk, compliance and reporting framework for the Supply Chain and Contracts Management processes.Develop and drive a culture of compliance to the supply chain management policies to enable effective risks management. Continuously monitor and evaluate compliance of the Supply Chain and Contracts Management team to all ATNS policies and procedures and relevant legislative frameworks. Identification, documentation, and management of key contractual/commercial risks throughout project bid cycle. Investigate any reported incidents of violation to enhance effectiveness of the processes and mitigate any risks. Proactively identify any risks facing the department and appropriately and timeously measure, correct and manage such risks. Prepare ad hoc reports as required to enable business decision making. Interpret National Treasury’s SCM Guidelines, instruction notes and PFMA regulations - where necessary, recommend changes for implementation. Investigate and report procedural deviations and recommend corrective actions. Workshop and train end-users on new and changes in procurement legislation. Monitor and report on BBBEE procurement activities against approved B-BBBE targets. Ensure compliance with applicable National Treasury and all regulatory requirements, guidelines and instructions.
Finance and Cost Management - Develop and ensure efficient management of the approved budget. Manage the costs involved while maintaining quality of service. Compile and provide required reports on utilisation of the budget. Identify and prevent irregular and fruitless and wasteful expenditure. Monitor and report on monthly expenditure by category. Provide the required supporting documents to enable effective auditing process.
People Management - Ensure resourcing of the department with skilled and competent team members. Manage a team of supply chain managers, coordinators, and specialists responsible for planning and executing supply chain and contracts management activities. Ensure that performance management is embedded in the department to enable effective attraction, development and retention of talent. Mentor and coach staff as required to ensure availability of skills aligned to the business strategy.
Minimum requirements
Formal Qualifications:
Relevant Post Graduate University Degree Supply Chain and Contract Management ,
B.Comm (Hon) degree in Supply Chain Management and Contract Management, OR equivalent – NQF 8
Post-graduate management or leadership qualification (added advantage)
Years of Experience:
Must have a minimum of 8 years of experience in a Supply Chain and Contracts Management environment, of which at least 5 years must be at a management level within a complex business preferably in air traffic services/ air traffic management
MANAGER - RISK
Listing reference: atns_000854
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 23 April 2026
Position summary
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Job category: Other: Legal
Location: Southern Africa
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
To play a strategic role in strengthening enterprise-wide risk management, with a strong focus on insurance risk management, quantitative risk analysis, stress testing, scenario modelling, and data-driven risk insights.
Job description
Major Activities
Enterprise Risk Management - Developing and maintaining a fit-for-purpose Enterprise Risk Management Framework (RMF) aligned to best practice methodologies. Delivering expert advisory services to all business units in the utilisation of risk management systems and tools. Embedding appropriate risk management tools within the organisation such as incident management, risk and control self-assessments, key risk indicators and the enhancement of capital calculations. Generating reports and submit to Exco for Board Risk Committees. Assisting business units with articulating identified emerging risks and in updating risk registers Performing the super user and administrator functions in respect of the risk management system. Providing strategic ERM thought leadership to the organisation to ensure effective management of ATNS business risk
Insurance - Developing and reviewing the Insurance Management Policy and Framework. Analysing organisational risk exposures and determine appropriate insurance coverage strategies. Conducting insurance risk modelling and stress testing. Performing scenario analysis to assess potential insurance losses and exposures. Optimising insurance portfolio through risk transfer strategies and cost-benefit analysis. Identifying insurance gaps and provide recommendations for mitigation and reinsurance solutions. Conducting claims trend analysis and predictive modelling. Evaluating insurance renewals, policy terms, and coverage adequacy. Collaborate with insurers, brokers, and stakeholders to enhance risk coverage and risk transfer solutions.
Risk Analytics, Stress Testing & Quantification – Developing, implementing, and managing a robust Risk Appetite and Tolerance Framework for the organisation. Collect and verify the required data from all relevant sources in producing the RAF report. Monitoring Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) for the organisation. Collaborating with different stakeholders to proactively manage tolerance levels within the organisation and ensure mitigating actions are well thought through and implemented at an appropriate level. Preparing and submit reports to executive management, clients and other stakeholders as required. Risk Analytics, Stress Testing & Quantification. Developing and implementing risk quantification methodologies. Leading stress testing and scenario analysis frameworks. Performing Monte Carlo simulations and sensitivity analysis where applicable. Developing predictive risk models using historical data and emerging trends. Performing data mining and advanced analytics to identify risk patterns and trends. Developing risk dashboards and analytics reporting tools. Quantify financial and operational risk exposures. Support capital planning through risk modelling and analysis. Providing data-driven insights to support strategic planning
Governance, Risks and Reporting - Developing and maintain data-driven GRC reporting frameworks
Designing and developing Business Intelligence (BI) dashboards and analytics reports. Driving automation of risk reporting through data integration and analytics tools. Developing executive-level risk dashboards for Exco and Board Committees. Analysing and interpreting risk data to generate meaningful insights and trends. Enhancing reporting through data visualisation and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau or equivalent). Develop risk heatmaps, trend analysis, and predictive risk reporting. Ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and consistency across risk reporting platforms. Providing consolidated enterprise risk reporting and insights. Continuously improve reporting frameworks to enhance decision-making
Stakeholder Relations Management - Developing and maintaining sound relationships for relevant stakeholders. Developing, managing, and nurturing relationships with all key stakeholders. Establishing, managing, and participating in all key forums to ensure effective representation
Financial Management - Managing expenditure in line with business priorities and objectives and within approved financial guidelines and parameters. Providing inputs into the development of the overall GRC budget. Ensuring efficient utilisation of the approved budget. Managing the costs involved while maintaining quality of service. Compiling and providing required reports on the utilisation of the budget. Identifying and preventing irregular, fruitless and wasteful expenditure.
People Management – Managing employees in accordance with HC policies and processes. Promoting high discipline and performance standards to achieve the ATNS strategies. Mentoring and coaching staff as required. Ensuring the transfer of knowledge and skills to enable sustainability within the Department. Performing talent management aligned with the HR policies, procedures, and disciplinary code.
Minimum requirements
· Bachelor’s degree in risk management, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Data Science, Internal Audit or related field
· Registered with the Institute of Risk Management (preferred)
· Certification in Insurance, or Quantitative Risk Management (Advantageous)
Certification in Data Analytics, Data Science, or Risk Analytics (Advantageous)
· five years’ experience in Risk Management in a complex environment of which at least three years must be at a managerial level
· Experience in Risk Quantification and Model Development including Stress Testing and Scenario Analysis, data analytics, BI reporting
Benefits
Medical aid, Pension fund and Cellphone allowance
MANAGER - TECHNICAL SUPPORT REGIONAL SERVICES (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
Listing reference: atns_000857
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 22 April 2026
Position summary
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Job category: Transport and Logistics Management
Location: Southern Africa
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
To lead a team of Engineering Technicians responsible for the maintenance and support of SADC VSAT2 and NAFISAT systems at all sites within the area of responsibility. Establish work programs for the maintenance.
Job description
- Provide continuous serviceability and availability of all ATNS VSAT systems to the Service levels agreed to with SADC and NAFISAT Supervisory Boards.
· Developing and implementing defined preventative maintenance plans for all VSAT equipment and infrastructure in the AFI region.
· Proposing revisions to logistic support plans where required.
· Implementing immediate remedial action plans in the event of critical failures (Crisis management) Maintain close liaison with the operations environment and SADC and NAFISAT clients to schedule and execute critical corrective restorations and preventative maintenance activates.
· Providing information on critical system status to relevant stakeholders
· Coordinating resource and task management activities with other technical centers, SADC, NAFISAT, AFISNET and ASECNA to ensure required level of support is maintained.
· Directing and controlling task executions of sections and staff. (Frequency 24 hours X 7 days exception management.)
· Plan, manage, lead, and control a team of staff to maintain facilities during normal and outside normal working hours
· Participating in AFI Regional planning and coordinate the overall technical repair and maintenance service for the area to ensure continuous availability of the systems to users.
· Ensuring the continuous availability of all equipment and systems to the operational environment at optimum serviceability levels within the assigned area.
· Maintaining close liaison with the operational environment, SADC and NAFISAT Boards and ICAO, providing the necessary information on availability/ serviceability status of systems and equipment for distribution to users
· Approve/issue systems maintenance Standing Instructions (SSI’s) to the area
· Installation of projects in the ATNS environment and the AFI region where requirements are defined to mitigate the communication deficiencies highlighted by ICAO
· Manage external contracts applicable to the area ensuring satisfactory execution of work and within the approved budget.
· Establishing and maintaining sound public relations with all SADC and NAFISAT clients and suppliers in order to promote the image of the Company and determine the level of client satisfaction
· Cooperating with Civil Aviation Authorities, Local and Regional Authorities and Airports Management Companies when required to do so, within the constraint of Company Policy and mandate.
· Chairing workshops for technical telecommunications best practices with ICAO, AFI region network service operators, ASECNA, SADC and NAFISAT States
· Presenting technical and engineering working papers in the different SADC and NAFISAT, EASAF ICAO and WACAF ICAO meetings
· Assisting during negotiations with SADC and NAFISAT Boards to ensure the income stream is renewed, MOUs and bilateral agreements are concluded with the relevant stakeholders
· Assisting during negotiations with IATA as the partner in service provision to the SADC and NAFISAT regions
· Partaking in high level delegations to all SADC and NAFISAT clients
- Actively promoting and encouraging the vision, mission, and values of ATNS as well as promoting the well-being and morale of the personnel in the Area of responsibility
Minimum requirements
Minimum Education and Qualification
- S4 Diploma in Electronic Engineering and other appropriate qualifications required to enable admittance to the Engineering Council of SA as an Engineering Technician or Technologist and a Business Management qualification
- 6 years extensive experience in the maintenance and support of CNS ATM systems equipment, specialising in Satellite Systems and associated support services
Benefits
Pension Fund and Medical aid
REGIONAL MANAGER - AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES - CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Listing reference: atns_000856
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 22 April 2026
Position summary
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Job category: General Management
Location: South Africa
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
To provide operational leadership in the provision of Air Traffic Services at Cape Town International Airport, Flight Information Regions (FAJA or FACA) and implementation of regional strategy and policies aligned to the vision and overall business strategy of ATNS effective management of regional office relating to the prioritisation of work, document production, meetings management, governance and quality assurance.
Job description
Strategy Implementation - Providing operational leadership in Air Traffic Services at Cape Town International Airport as well as the associated Flight Information Regions to ensure achievement of regional and overall ATNS business strategy. Providing operational input and insights into the operations and long-term ATNS strategy. Participating in the development, implementation, and articulation of the regional strategy and value proposition to the organisation aligned to the operations and business strategies. Supporting the Head and other thought leaders in the development, implementation and management of the Operations strategy aligned to the vision, culture, and business strategy of ATNS. Leading the design, implementation and management of the Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit business plan, aviation safety strategy including governance and service management capabilities, along with the service catalogue and service level agreements. Driving delivery of the required projects/initiatives within the Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit strategy to be on time, within budget and to the required standard. Leading implementation of processes to collect feedback on how all the aspects of the Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit strategy are being received in the business. Analysing trends and metrics in partnership with the Head to develop the required solutions, programs, and policies aligned to the business needs and strategies. Setting clear targets for the Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit and ensure achievement of such targets by cascading the targets appropriately. Developing the annual business plan for the Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit to enable achievement of the overall ATNS business strategy and targets. Supporting co-ordination and implementation of the corporate transformation strategy in the Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit in line with relevant policies and legislation.
Operational leadership in the provision of Air Traffic Services - Planning, organising and co-coordinating Air Traffic Services in the FIR to satisfy the reasonable requirements of the aviation community. Defining new operational requirements (processes and procedures) in the short and medium term to maintain and enhance the Air Traffic Service, making the necessary recommendations for implementation and managing approved implementation. Building and maintaining strong business relationships with customers to understand their strategies and plans to ensure alignment of the Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit operations to their needs. Ensuring continuous collaboration for conducting of research and development to enable continuous enhancement of the Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit’s operating model, products and services aligned with trends, technological advances, and changes in business strategy. Ensuring the effective integration and implementation of all Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit ’s resources to meet the required service delivery capability aligned to customers’ requirements. Ensuring the delivery of Air Traffic Services is in accordance to the South African Civil Aviation Regulations and Technical Standards and the International Civil Aviation Organisation’s Standards and Recommended Practises. Developing, implementing, maintaining, measuring, monitoring and continuously reviewing the Air Traffic Services Station Standing Instructions, policies, procedures, service level agreements, and letters of procedures and/or agreements. Providing Air Traffic Service inputs and participate in the review of legislation that affects the delivery of Air Traffic Services. Implementing and participate in projects aimed at improving the client experience in collaboration with the stakeholders in the respective business areas. Ensuring communication to all affected parties is in line with the requisite quality, empathy, and timelines to deliver outstanding experiences. Continuously monitoring and identifying any trends or other possible indicators of deterioration in safety or service levels. A pro-active plan to ensure safety and service levels is implemented and maintained. Managing and overseeing investigations into air traffic incidents and occurrences, recommending and implementing appropriate action. Authorising the extension of normal services and services for special operations in accordance with policy and regulations, providing personnel and facilities at locations where ATS is not permanently provided and augmenting staff at permanent locations if required. Ensuring that aviation safety as well as all value-added measures are delivered and always monitored. Planning and managing visits to other regional ATCC’s to ensure inter-regional co-ordination and the pursuance of successful conclusions to mutual agreements. Supporting a drive for continuous innovation and evolution of the ATNS products and services to deliver a best-in-class customer experience all times. Driving continuous improvements in the conceptualisation of ideas to attract new opportunities. Identifying and recommending improvements in existing processes and procedures to enhance service delivery, innovation and research. Considering commercial implications in all decision-making including IP protection processes. Monitoring and evaluate outcomes of new products and processes to ensure continuous and improved business results in the Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit. Actively contributing to building a high-performing and collaborative culture with customers being at the heart of the company’s offerings. Partnering with the wider business to build and foster innovation in our culture of service excellence.
Governance, Risks, Compliance & Reporting - Managing and implementing a robust governance framework for the Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit. Continuously monitoring and measuring compliance of the Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit to all ATNS policies and procedures and relevant legislation. Managing the Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit’s performance against strategy and set targets and corporate objectives. Leading the Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit’s projects' overall risk assessment and issue management. Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policy and standards. Consolidating input from all relevant parties to prepare strategic level reports for the Head of Region and other relevant stakeholders. Preparing ad hoc reports as required.
Stakeholders Management - Building, maintaining and nurturing mutually beneficial relationships with all relevant stakeholders. Adapting Air Traffic Management service delivery as practically as possible to meet client needs and expectations. Participating in industry and regulatory forums and workgroups on a local, regional, national, and international level. Building and maintaining effective collaborative relationships with all relevant business functions and teams within ATNS to enable the required alignment and optimal Air Traffic Management service delivery
Finance & Cost Management - Compiling and recommending an operating budget for Air Traffic Services to support the continuous rendering of the services in the prescribed manner. Leading development, utilisation, and management of the Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit’s budget. Ensuring effective leadership in the management of operational costs to enable efficient utilisation of financial resources. Ensuring compliance to the financial policies and procedures applicable in ATNS. Ensuring accountability and reporting on all costs incurred against the approved budget.
People Management - In conjunction with ATS Capacity Planning, ensure the availability of skilled and competent staff in the Air Traffic Service disciplines at the Centre to meet the current and future needs aligned to the operating model and overall business strategies. Ensure high levels of discipline and performance standards to achieve Air Traffic Management service delivery objectives and the ATNS business strategy. Coordinating and ensuring resourcing deliverables in line with the Service Level Agreements. Leading and managing the team to utilise their skills and expertise to support an integrated approach to managing the Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit. Managing performance outputs of the Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit by using the performance management system and taking corrective action promptly and effectively. Training, mentoring and coaching staff as required to ensure continuous development and availability of the required skill and talent. Ensuring the transfer of knowledge and skills to enable sustainability within Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit from a succession management perspective. Performing talent management aligned to the HR policies and procedures. Driving employee engagement and retention within the Air Traffic Service Centre/Unit function.
Minimum requirements
Minimum Formal Qualifications and Experience:
· Air traffic control (aerodrome control, or approach control, or area control)
· 3 years Tertiary qualification / Leadership Management or equivalent
· Minimum 8 years of experience in conceptualizing, designing, implementing, and managing air traffic management operations or functions of which at least 5 years must be at Pool Manager level within a complex air traffic services / air traffic management environment
Alternative Formal qualifications and Experience:
· Air traffic control (aerodrome control, or approach control, or area control)
· Formal leadership training or Management Development Program
· Minimum 10 years of experience in conceptualizing, designing, implementing, and or managing air traffic management Operations or functions of which at least 6 years must be at Pool Manager level within a complex air traffic services / air traffic management environment.