Job Description

Oversight

Certify Aeronautical Information Service providers according to requirements of Part 175 of CATS and CARs Plan and execute inspections and audits on AIS providers to ensure that they comply with stipulated regulations of Annex 15, following internal procedures, civil aviation regulations and technical standards Compile findings report according to categories Monitor implementation of corrective action plans and continuous improvement of operating standards. Follow up on findings and propose enforcement where necessary. Ensure compliance in aerodrome safety management & procedure manual

Aeronautical

Accountable for compliance with Centralised Aeronautical database processes.

Information/Data Management oversight

Receive, verify, approve, and maintain aeronautical information/data for publication in the Centralised Aviation database. Accountable for the overall publication of aeronautical information/data for safety and regularity of air navigation services. Process applications for flexible use of airspace. Coordinate with data providers in the provision of aeronautical information Receive and process applications for the registration of ICAO Radio Telephony call signs and ICAO Location indicators Monitor compliance to the AIRAC schedule Monitor compliance with ICAO Annex 15 and associated ICAO document standards

Planning and Administration

Plan for inspections, audits, and surveillance activities of Aeronautical Information Management (AIM). Ensure completeness of inspection reports and make appropriate recommendations Perform general office administration tasks, including ensuring safekeeping of records. Create and maintain a database of allocated certified service providers. 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 oversight in AIS Complete the inspection checklist as per applicable regulation Draft inspection reports and submit to the clients Compile and submit reports on oversight findings Evaluate manuals to ensure that they meet required standards Propose amendment to Manual of Procedure and Technical guidance Manual, ISO procedures and applicable forms.

Regulations Research and Development

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 15 amendments and ICAO documents. Propose and submit regulation review to CARCO

Quality Management

Ensure compliance with ICAO & ISO Standards to be applied in the field of operations of Aeronautical Information Management Ensure compliance with QMS

Liaison

Coordinate with all stakeholders on the functioning of AIM and provide input at any ATM forum where required. Provide consultation on AIM matters. Monitor client satisfaction regarding services provided and their changing needs. Monitor that Service Level Agreements between data providers and AIS service providers are in place

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

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12 with ICAO recognised AIS Course/qualification

Idea Qualification

Advanced AIS Course

Experience

3 - 5 Years AIS Operational working experience

Closing Date: 19 December 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