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SOUTH AFRICAN CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY (SACAA)
 

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MANAGER: PERSONNEL CERTIFICATION (MIDRAND)
Reference Number: SA-124
 
Description
MANAGEMENT OF ACTIVITIES
  • Develop a Master Surveillance Plan (MSP) for oversight activities and monitor implementation thereof.
  • Ensure that audits are conducted for compliance with regulations by screening organisations.
  • Provide guidance relating to findings and approve corrective action plans for non-compliance matters.
  • Ensure the implementation of corrective action plans.
  • Develop an annual schedule for examination and certification activities and monitor implementation thereof.
MANAGEMENT OF EXAMINATION ACTIVITIES
  • Review the database for examination questions.
  • Ensure certification letters are signed and issued.
  • Ensure maintenance of database for aviation security Screeners.
  • Ensure applications for examinations and workshops are processed in line with procedures.
  • Ensure adherence to the logistics procedure for examination equipment.
MANAGEMENT OF THE SECTION AND PEOPLE
  • Plan and lead the attainment of set objectives for the AVSEC Personnel Certification Section.
  • Manage key performance areas of staff to ensure the achievement of their agreed deliverables.
  • Manage resources for the AVSEC Personnel Certification Section, and ensure proper and optimal utilisation thereof.
  • Oversee the mentoring and coaching of staff on an ongoing basis.
  • Ensure that staff in the section comply with OHS legislation, related regulations and procedures.
  • Manage and ensure the implementation of development interventions aimed at institutionalising a high-performance culture and establishing a cohesive and positive working environment within SACAA to improve staff morale and increase productivity.
  • Manage day-to-day operations of the AVSEC Personnel Certification Section.
  • Oversee the mentoring and coaching of staff on an ongoing basis. 
ADMINISTRATION AND ANNUAL PLANNING
  • Maintain the register for non-compliance matters for analysis of trends to inform risk management.
  • Ensure maintenance of database for aviation security Screening organisations
  • Ensure that the AVSEC Documents management system is in line with the records management procedures
  • Develop annual general aviation oversight and security promotion plans
  • Develop an operational plan for the AVSEC Personnel Certification section
  • Develop and monitor On-The-Job Training (OJT) for the AVSEC Personnel Certification section
  • Develop and approve training development plans for the AVSEC Personnel Certification section.
  • Provide input to the annual budget, control expenditure, and implementation of control procedures for the team.
  • Ensure invoicing of clients is in line with Revenue policies.
  • Handle enquiries regarding screening and certification.
  • Develop an annual plan for workshops and conduct workshops for the industry.
ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLIANCE
  • Evaluate and monitor matters for enforcement in line with the Enforcement procedures.
  • Refer reported matters of non-compliance for legal enforcement. 
LIAISON AND CONSULTATION
  • Participate in activities related to promoting aviation security certification within the industry.
  • Act as liaison with screening organisations and with industry regarding certification requirements.
  • Conduct workshops to assist with the development and compliance within the industry.
  • Participate in identified local Aviation Security structures.
  • Provide industry feedback to SACAA.
RESEARCH AND POLICY DEVELOPMENT
  • Conduct research and participate in the drafting and review of AVSEC policy, procedures, and regulations related to certification of Screening organisations.
  • Develop and review technical standards.
  • Develop sectional technical guidance material. 
  • Develop and review regulations for Avsec Certification in line with ICAO SARPS and best practices.
  • Execute National Aviation Security Certification Programmes.
GENERAL
  • Participate in internal and external governance and compliance obligations that SACAA is subjected to.
 
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:
  • National Diploma or NQF 6 qualification.
  • Aviation Security Certificate.
 
IDEAL QUALIFICATION:
  • Management Qualification.
  • AVSEC Training and/ or Certification Certificate(s).
  • Aviation Security Diploma.
  • Civil Aviation Training
  • Aviation Security Professional Manager Certificate
 
EXPERIENCE:
  • 5 years' Aviation Security experience in Training/ Certification/ Inspectorate/ Operations
  • Examinations/ Competency assessments will be advantageous
  • Supervisory/ Management experience will be an advantage
 
 
Closing Date: 04 October 2023
 
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: Management
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Market Related
EE Position: Yes
Location: Midrand
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE







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APPLICATION SUPPORT SPECIALIST (MIDRAND)
Reference Number: ICT23
 
Description
SOFTWARE ANALYSES & TESTING
  • Investigate and analyse existing system and recommend improvements.
  • Ensure that software applications are tested.
  • Ensure that application is testing done prior moving to production.
  • Participate in business requirements gathering sessions.
SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT & CONFIGURATION
  • Implement application improvements on existing systems within the organisation.
  • Conduct configuration of systems to ensure that the clients’ needs are met.
  • Eradicate tedious workflows and duplication on existing applications or systems.
  • Develop data flows.
  • Participate in automation of business processes.
  • Develop business reports and templates.
SOFTWARE UPGRADES
  • Manage and monitor software upgrades.
  • Test and implement new software releases.
  • Conduct end user training as and when required.
SYSTEM ENHANCEMENTS
  • Enhance existing systems as per user requests.
  • Conduct system performance improvements.
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT
  • Provide efficient system maintenance and support.
  • Analyse and provide solutions for recurring production issues.
  • Respond to systems issues, end-user queries and maintenance requests within ICT service level agreement.
  • Extract data and reports as and when requested.
SYSTEMS INTEGRATION
  • Assist with Integration of various systems in the organisation.
  • Participate in system integration testing.
 
Requirements
Minimum Qualification: 
  • National Diploma in IT or related qualification
Ideal Qualification:
  • Java programming certificate
Experience
  • 3 years IT Technician
  • 3 - 5 years working in the IT environment
 
 
Closing Date: 03 October 2023
 
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: Midrand
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE