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SOUTH AFRICAN CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY (SACAA)
 
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FLIGHT OPERATIONS INSPECTOR - HIGH/LOW (2 YEARS CONTRACT) (MIDRAND)
Reference Number SA-312
 
Description
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To determine the operational level of safety that the prospective AOC holders can achieve and does in fact achieve in actual operations. Through evaluation (assess), monitor (conduct periodic and unannounced surveillance) of compliance to operations of an aircraft:
  1. making recommendations regarding the issuance or amendment of the AOC and the associated operations specifications, and the operator's competence to continue to exercise the privileges of the certificate.
  2. making recommendations concerning any special conditions that, considering the investigation, may need to be imposed.
  3. informing the operator of any deficiencies needing rectification; and
  4. making recommendations concerning appropriate enforcement action.
 
SITE and AIRLINE INSPECTIONS
  • Conduct routine inspections such as the inspection of a station facility, apron, en-route operation and base and carry out oversight or checks considered necessary at prescribed intervals;
  • Assess the effectiveness of the operator’s SMS and the level of resources allocated to it;
  • Conduct such inspections or oversight in accordance with an established work programme and applicable standard procedures and instructions;
  • Advise the operator, in writing, of any significant deficiency, requesting a proposal for remedial action;
  • Conduct follow-up on inspection reports to ensure that appropriate action has been taken in a timely manner;
  • Submit reports on each inspection or investigation in the manner prescribed, and complete and process the applicable inspection forms;
  • Investigate and report, as required, possible violations of the basic aviation law or related safety operating regulations and rules;
  • Continuously review the operator's pertinent documentation (e.g. operations, training and MCMs), company policies, operating instructions and information to staff and system of amendments to determine whether they are accurate and made available in a timely manner to persons requiring their use;
  • Keep appropriate CAA inspectorate staff informed on all aspects of the current operation and projected developments in the company including changes in executive personnel, in assigned responsibilities and in the operator's organization in general;
  • Conduct qualification, approval and supervisory activities with respect to personnel proposed as designated examiners by an operator; and
  • Facilitate the qualification, oversight, and the approval over the operator's designated examiners.
PROPOSALS and REVISION of STANDARDS
  • Proactively research, develop, and propose the specific standards to be applied in the area of operators' operations.
COMMUNICATIONS and SAFETY PROMOTION
  • Project a satisfactory image of the SACAA to all stakeholders.
  • Provide industry feedback to the Authority.
  • Promote Aviation safety by proposing improvements in operational requirements.
 
Requirements
Minimum Qualification:
  • Grade 12 and a valid Airline Transport Pilot License or Commercial Pilot License
Ideal Qualification:
  • Commercial Pilot License with Frozen ATPL
Experience:
  • 1500 hours as a pilot or pilot-in-command of civil or military air transport aircraft ATPL (A) for Part 121 OR 
  • 1000 hours as a pilot or pilot-in-command of civil or military air transport aircraft CPL (A) for Part 135
 
 
Closing Date: 26 February 2025
 
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 
EE Position Yes 
Location Midrand
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
FLIGHT OPERATIONS INSPECTOR - HIGH/LOW (MIDRAND)
Reference Number SA-311
 
Description
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To determine the operational level of safety that the prospective AOC holders can achieve and does in fact achieve in actual operations. Through evaluation (assess), monitor (conduct periodic and unannounced surveillance) of compliance to operations of an aircraft:
  1. making recommendations regarding the issuance or amendment of the AOC and the associated operations specifications, and the operator's competence to continue to exercise the privileges of the certificate.
  2. making recommendations concerning any special conditions that, considering the investigation, may need to be imposed.
  3. informing the operator of any deficiencies needing rectification; and
  4. making recommendations concerning appropriate enforcement action.
SITE and AIRLINE INSPECTIONS
  • Conduct routine inspections such as the inspection of a station facility, apron, en-route operation and base and carry out oversight or checks considered necessary at prescribed intervals;
  • Assess the effectiveness of the operator’s SMS and the level of resources allocated to it;
  • Conduct such inspections or oversight in accordance with an established work programme and applicable standard procedures and instructions;
  • Advise the operator, in writing, of any significant deficiency, requesting a proposal for remedial action;
  • Conduct follow-up on inspection reports to ensure that appropriate action has been taken in a timely manner;
  • Submit reports on each inspection or investigation in the manner prescribed, and complete and process the applicable inspection forms;
  • Investigate and report, as required, possible violations of the basic aviation law or related safety operating regulations and rules;
  • Continuously review the operator's pertinent documentation (e.g. operations, training and MCMs), company policies, operating instructions and information to staff and system of amendments to determine whether they are accurate and made available in a timely manner to persons requiring their use;
  • Keep appropriate CAA inspectorate staff informed on all aspects of the current operation and projected developments in the company including changes in executive personnel, in assigned responsibilities and in the operator's organization in general;
  • Conduct qualification, approval and supervisory activities with respect to personnel proposed as designated examiners by an operator; and
  • Facilitate the qualification, oversight, and the approval over the operator's designated examiners.
PROPOSALS and REVISION of STANDARDS
  • Proactively research, develop, and propose the specific standards to be applied in the area of operators' operations.
COMMUNICATIONS and SAFETY PROMOTION
  • Project a satisfactory image of the SACAA to all stakeholders.
  • Provide industry feedback to the Authority.
  • Promote Aviation safety by proposing improvements in operational requirements.
 
 Requirements
Minimum Qualification:
  • Grade 12 and a valid Airline Transport Pilot License or Commercial Pilot License
Ideal Qualification:
  • Commercial Pilot License with Frozen ATPL
Experience:
  • 1500 hours as a pilot or pilot-in-command of civil or military air transport aircraft ATPL (A) for Part 121 OR 
  • 1000 hours as a pilot or pilot-in-command of civil or military air transport aircraft CPL (A) for Part 135

​Closing Date: 26 February 2025
 
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
 
 
 
 
 




​TESTING STANDARDS OFFICER PILOT (MIDRAND)
Reference Number SA-310
 
Description
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
  • Responsible for ATO approval and oversight.
  • Responsible for FSTD oversight and approval.
  • Review and approval of Syllabi and Curricula.
  • Responsible for licensing standards and regulations for all aircrew licenses; oversight of Designated flight examiners, Radio telephony Examiners and Language proficiency examiners; approval and oversight of examination centers.
  • Monitor the conduct of pilot instructors and designated examiners.
  • Submit memos to LAC for further investigation or enforcement action against instructors and examiners.
  • Conduct and participate in review boards for the designation and redesignation of pilot instructors and designated examiners.
  • Respond to queries regarding crew licensing, instructors, designated examiners, training or assessment from industry and the Authority.
  • Provide technical assistance to other states, industry and licensing office.
  • Participate in national seminars, conferences and workgroups related to flight instructors, designated examiners or inspector duties.
  • Maintain procedure documents related to TSO inspectors for flight crew instructors or designated examiners
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 61, 62, 63, 68, 69 ,71,72 in compliance with the Standards and Recommended Practices of ICAO Annex 1.
Operational Management
  • Conduct audits and inspections as per SACAA Procedures to establish compliance.
  • Conduct oversight on the activities of designated flight examiners, Radiotelephony examiners, Language Proficiency examiners and flight instructors.
  • Make relevant recommendations pertaining to safety management systems.
  • Investigate regulatory non-compliances and recommend remedial or enforcement measures.
  • Provide factual reports of audits and inspections conducted on the training organisations.
  • Monitor and follow up on the implementation of corrective action and the closure of action within allocated time frames.
  • Facilitate approval, and their maintenance with respect to Training and Procedures Manuals.
  • Support the Licensing Administration function within SACAA, including the assessment of applications, against legal requirements in accordance with the provisions of the Civil Aviation Regulations 2011, Parts ,61, 62, 63, 68,69 and 71.
  • Investigate and recommend action to the Director on any deviations from requirements.
  • Introduce adequate 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.
  • Review applications for the accreditation of military experience.
  • Review applications for the conversion of validation for foreign licences where directed.
Support to PEL Sections and Departments
  • Provide technical and investigation support to LAC department on enforcement issues.
  • Recommending the approval /denial/ withdrawal of exemptions, AMOCs and special approvals.
  • Provide technical design support to PEL FSTD and ATO inspectors.
  • Provide technical design support to the Exemptions and Regulatory Development section.
  • Provide technical support to AIID regarding the investigation of accidents and incidents.
  • Provide technical support to the General Aviation department.
  • Provide other technical support as directed by the relevant line manager.
Design of Training and Testing Standards
  • Design and develop test standards and examination items for flight crew training and testing.
  • Design and periodically review the curricula and syllabi of flight crew licence and rating training and examinations.
  • Develop and implement standards for licensing administration that ensures adherence to requirements.
  • Develop technical guidance material for flight crew training and testing.
Communications and Safety Promotion
  • Project a professional and positive image of the SACAA 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.
  • Communicate with industry participants by publishing AIS document and PEL notices.
  • Contribute to the content of the PEL web pages.
 
Requirements
Minimum Qualification:
  • Grade 12
  • Commercial Pilot License with Grade II Instructor Rating issued under Part 61 or equivalent SA Air Force Flight Instructor Rating Category B
Ideal Qualification:
  • Airline Transport Pilot Licence with Grade I Flight instructor rating or SAAF Grade A Instructor with sound knowledge of training and training administration.
 
Experience:
  • 300 hours
 
Closing Date: 24 February 2025
 
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 No
Location Midrand
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE










​SENIOR MEDICAL ASSESSOR (MIDRAND)
Reference Number SA-309
 
Description
OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB
  • To provide strategic and operational support for the Aviation Medicine Department aligned to legislative requirements.
  • Oversees the planning and conducting of safety oversight and surveillance on all medical certification processes, public health events in civil aviation, air ambulances, and Cabin Crew First Aid Training procedures as well as evaluating and assessing medical conditions of flight safety significance.
Oversight of the Medical Certification Processes and Procedures
  • Identify and initiate regulatory review in line with ICAO and International Best Practice through workshops and submit to CARCOM for approval and promulgation
  • Exercise the powers delegated in terms of the legislation, to authorise or decline the issue of medical certificates.
  • Ensure that accredited medical conclusions are reached,
  • Manages the Aeromedical committee procedures and processes, and compliance to the Terms of Reference
  • Manage the allocation/rotation of complicated medical cases presented to the Aeromedical Committee by the Medical Assessors,
  • Ensures that the agenda and drafting of minutes are of high-quality standards and signed in line with procedure
  • Supervise the medical appeals processes to ensure that they are implemented in line with regulations and that appropriate research is conducted by the specialist before advising the Director
  • Ensure routine collection and analysis of medical findings during medical assessments to identify areas of increased medical risk
  • Continuously re-evaluate the medical assessment process to concentrate on identified areas of increased medical risk
  • Routinely collect and analyse in-flight incapacitation and on active-duty data
  • Conduct research to analyse trends and implement aviation safety intervention strategies
  • Assist the Personnel Licensing division to evaluate foreign medical records for validation of foreign licenses.
  • Management of the enforcement processes related to non-compliant applicants and DAMEs
  • Participate in the training of Aerospace Medicine
  • Initiate enforcement of non-compliant DAMES 
Collaborative Arrangement for the Prevention and Management of   Public Health Events in Civil Aviation (CAPSCA) 
  • Identify gaps in legislation related to ICAO Annex 6,9,11,14,18 and other International Health Regulations (2005)
  • Consult, review and submit findings on gap assessment to CARCOM for approval and promulgation.
  • Develop a Master Surveillance Plan   for Airlines, Charter Operators and Airports and conduct inspections
  • Evaluate procedures for airlines, charters, and airport operators to ensure compliance with the spread of communicable disease by air travel.
  • Develop guidance material and conduct table-top/live exercises to ensure adequate response and improvement of preparedness plans.
  • Participate in training and consultation forums with industry
  • Participate at the National Department of Health and Facilitation Committee of the NDOT
  • Initiate enforcement of non-compliant airports, airline and other operators involved
Manage Air Ambulance Operations & First Aid Cabin Crew Training
  • Identify gaps in legislation, conduct research, and review according to best practice
  • Evaluate and facilitate the approval of MOP
  •  Conduct inspections of air ambulance operations and Cabin Crew First Aid ATO’s in accordance with the Master Surveillance Plan
  • Participation in the revision of Part 64 First Aid training content applicable to cabin crew
  • Continuously provide training through consultation with the aviation industry
  • Initiate enforcement of non-compliant air ambulance operators that are non-compliant and first aid (ATO),Cabin Crew Instructors and Examiners
 
Requirements
Minimum Qualification
  • MBChB; with Postgraduate in Aviation Medicine Diploma /Public Health/Occupational Health/Pilot /other post graduate qualifications
Ideal Qualification
  • Experience in Medical Regulatory Environment
Experience
  • 5 years Medical Officer with Aviation Experience, Regulatory/Research /Assessor in Civilian /Military /Academic or other 
  • 5 years Managerial /Occupational /Other experience
 
Closing Date: 20 February 2025
 
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