Job Purpose
- Reporting directly to the Board of Directors of South African Airways Technical SOC Ltd (SAAT). In collaboration with the SAA Group Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for providing strategic leadership, executive management and overall direction to South Africa's leading aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) organisation.
Principal Accountabilities
To provide strategic leadership and direction in support of SAAT's long-term sustainability and growth:
- Develop, implement and continuously refine SAAT's corporate strategy, operating model and long-term business plans aligned to shareholder expectations, national aviation objectives and market opportunities.
- Lead the identification and execution of strategic growth initiatives, partnerships, market expansion opportunities and business transformation programmes that enhance SAAT's competitiveness and sustainability.
- Provide visionary leadership that enables organisational agility, resilience and long-term value creation in a dynamic and highly regulated aviation environment.
To ensure sound corporate governance, regulatory compliance and effective Board engagement:
- Provide strategic advice and recommendations to the Board on matters relating to organisational performance, sustainability, governance, risk and growth.
- Ensure compliance with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Companies Act, King IV principles, aviation regulations and all other applicable legislative and regulatory requirements.
- Implement Board resolutions and maintain effective governance frameworks, systems of internal control and assurance processes throughout the organisation.
To drive operational excellence, safety and technical performance across the organisation:
- Ensure the safe, efficient and cost-effective delivery of maintenance services in accordance with customer requirements and regulatory standards.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, aircraft turnaround times, service quality, reliability and operational efficiency.
- Ensure organisational capability, infrastructure, systems and resources remain aligned to current and future operational requirements.
To ensure the highest standards of aviation safety, quality assurance and regulatory compliance:
- Champion and embed a safety-first culture throughout SAAT, ensuring safety remains the organisation's foremost operational priority.
- Ensure compliance with SACAA, EASA, FAA and other applicable aviation regulatory authorities and certification requirements.
- Maintain robust Safety Management Systems (SMS), Quality Management Systems (QMS) and risk management frameworks.
- Ensure all maintenance activities, inspections, audits and certifications are performed in accordance with approved standards and regulatory requirements.
To drive commercial growth, customer satisfaction and market expansion in support of SAAT's strategic objectives:
- Develop and implement commercial strategies that drive sustainable revenue growth, profitability and long-term business sustainability.
- Expand SAAT's customer base through the acquisition of new airline, government and third-party maintenance contracts.
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with customers, OEMs, lessors, suppliers, aviation authorities and industry stakeholders.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, service offerings and market segments that strengthen SAAT's competitive position.
To ensure financial sustainability, prudent resource management and shareholder value creation:
- Lead the development and execution of sustainable financial strategies that support SAAT's long-term viability and growth.
- Ensure effective management of revenue, profitability, cash flow and operational expenditure in line with approved financial targets.
- Drive financial discipline, cost optimisation and productivity improvement initiatives across the organisation.
To manage strategic stakeholder relationships in support of SAAT's business objectives and reputation:
- Serve as the principal representative of SAAT in engagements with shareholders, regulators, government departments, customers, labour representatives and industry stakeholders.
- Build and maintain productive relationships that support organisational growth, sustainability and stakeholder confidence.
- Promote SAAT's reputation, strategic objectives and value proposition through effective stakeholder engagement and communication.
- Ensure transparent, accurate and timely communication with all key stakeholders.
To provide leadership and oversight of organisational capability, culture and talent management:
- Ensure the organisation is appropriately structured, resourced and equipped to achieve its strategic and operational objectives.
- Foster a high-performance culture that promotes accountability, collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.
- Ensure employee engagement, organisational effectiveness and alignment with SAAT's values and strategic priorities.
To ensure effective enterprise risk management and organisational resilience:
- Lead the identification, assessment and management of strategic, operational, financial and regulatory risks.
- Ensure appropriate mitigation strategies, controls and business continuity plans are developed and maintained.
- Ensure organisational preparedness and resilience in response to emerging risks, industry disruptions and changing market conditions.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or related field
- Postgraduate qualification in Business Administration, Business Leadership, Engineering, Aviation Management or related discipline.
- 10+ years of executive leadership experience with accountability for organisational performance and public sector financial management.
- 10+ years’ experience in Aviation, MRO, engineering, aerospace, logistics or manufacturing sector.
- Extensive experience engaging with Boards, Regulators, Government stakeholders, and Executive Leadership Teams.
- Proven experience leading organisational turnaround, transformation, commercial transactions and growth initiatives.
- Experience operating within a regulated environment is essential.
Knowledge and Skills
- Organizational Transformation
- Enterprise Risk Management
- Commercial and Business Acumen
- Safety and Regulatory Compliance
- Aviation Industry and MRO Operations
- Stakeholder and Shareholder Management
- Business Development and Revenue Growth
- Strategic Leadership and Corporate Governance
- Business Strategy Development and Execution
- Public sector financial management, planning and reporting.
Deadline:16th June,2026
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