Inspector: Airports and Airlines at Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA)

Description

INTRODUCTION

The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has an exciting opportunity in our Aviation Security department. We are looking for a talented individual with the relevant skills and experience who will:

• monitor the implementation of the National Aviation Security Plan (NASP) and other related Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) in compliance with the ICAO SARPs
• promote Aviation Security and strengthen the national aviation systems

OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES - INSPECTIONS AND AUDITS (RISK-BASED)

• Plan and execute inspections and audits following laid down ISO procedures.
• Conduct oversight activities as assigned by the manager, make appropriate recommendations and submit comprehensive reports.
• Conduct inspections/audits follow-ups to ensure that identified security gaps are closed.
• Evaluate, validate, and review security programs and manuals for Airport Operators, Aircraft Operators, Air Navigation Services, Aircraft Operator, and Catering Service Providers.
• Process applications for the designation of officials for aviation security at the airports and airlines.

ADMINISTRATION

• File inspection and audit reports.
• Create and maintain a database of allocated clients.
• Create and maintain a database for non-compliances on the findings register.
• Handle internal and external correspondence through the manager.
• Maintain the AVSEC documents management.

ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLIANCE

• Follow up on and evaluate corrective action plans.
• Initiate enforcement by alerting the manager of non-conformances, in line with the Enforcement procedure.
• Submit reports of all major and severe non-conformances for the Manager to submit to the Enforcement Committee.

AMENDMENTS TO REGULATIONS

• Recommend to the Manager a review of regulations to address identified gaps in the security system.
• Participate in the process of amending legal instruments related to aviation security.

LIAISON AND CONSULTATION

• Participate in Local Airport Security Committee as and when assigned and provide feedback to SACAA through the manager.
• Provide feedback on queries raised by operators.
• Participate in security awareness programs and SACAA initiatives.

Requirements

Minimum Qualification:

• Relevant National Diploma or NQF 6 qualification
• Basic aviation security Certificates and other related certificates

Ideal Qualification:

• NQF Level 6 Diploma in Security Risk Management, Quality Management or other relevant qualification

Experience:

• 3 years Aviation Security or related experience

Closing Date:

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.