Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Management

of Safety Oversight Plans for General Aviation Organisations (Part 93, Part 149 and

certain Part 96 Organisations)

Determine the safety objectives for the general aviation sector Draw up and implement Master Oversight and Surveillance Plans/ programmes for safety oversight Determine and allocate the resources to execute the safety and oversight plans Manage the resources that conduct the safety oversight plans Continuously review operational performance against the MOSP and the progress of other technical and operational programs. Make relevant recommendations pertaining to safety management systems for general aviation organisations.

Budgeting and Control

Compile and manage the section's budget Control budget expenditure Implement budget control procedures.

Operational Management

Manage all inspectors to ensure that safety is not being compromised. Schedule inspectors to ensure timeous response to operational demands. Ensure all inspectors are trained in accordingly to perform their duties Monitor and measure departmental performance. Oversee the operational process according to ICAO and ISO standards Respond to tactical and operational issues arising from day to day general aviation organisation.

Safety and Quality Standards

Directly support with the creation of regulations and safety standards for general aviation organisations. Through the CAA Regulation, ensure that safety is maintained for all general aviation organisations. Identify latent failures in the operator's safety management systems. Guide the industry on according to safety standards to ensure that safety is not being compromised. Act on behalf of the SACAA to advocate safety and efficiency of general aviation organisations.

Regulatory Compliance

Establish operational framework for general aviation organisations in line with regulations. Provide entry support to the legal system on enforcement issues through the Enforcement Committee. Update and amend all documentations, checklists, and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations. Supply consistent advise on compliance with regulations and policies to the industry and the Director of Civil Aviation in line with best practice.

Management of

Direct Reports

Develop, lead, discipline, supervise and foster human relationships to motivate and manage a team of personnel within the general aviation to ensure maximum staff efficiency and performance. Manage key performance areas of directly reporting staff members to ensure achievement of their agreed objectives. Monitor performance of staff against agreed performance standards and ensure attainment of departmental deliverables. Provide operational support and direction to staff members Ensure direct reports are adequately trained.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

Commercial Pilot License with 500 Flying Hours. NQF Level 6 Qualification in Management or related field.

EXPERIENCE:

5 Years experience in General Aviation OR in a Aviation Regulation Environment. 3 Years experience at management or supervisory level as an added advantage.

Closing date: 03 October 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.