Responsible Person: Security at CemAir

• CemAir (Pty) Ltd, a South African Part 121 / 135 airline based at O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, seeks to employ a dynamic, results-driven Responsible Person: Security.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and promulgate company-wide security standards and practices
• Ensure the continuing effectiveness of the aircraft operator security program through regular evaluations and inspections, and by encouraging internal security audit processes (i.e. the implementation of quality control functions)
• Develop and modify the aircraft operator security program to correct deficiencies and to comply with national requirements and provisions of States where the aircraft operator conducts flight operations
• Advise on and manage all security systems in use by the aircraft operator, and advise management on all aspects of security
• Initiate special security measures during periods of increased risk and/or for critical flights and routes
• Conduct an initial and comprehensive survey of the aircraft operator’s facilities, equipment, and activities to determine security needs and assess likely threats
• Define the overall security policy for acceptance by senior management
• Ensure the aircraft operator security program is current and has been endorsed by senior management.
• Maintain close relationships with other departments within CemAir, and especially senior management, to facilitate the implementation of effective security measures throughout the organization inclusive of airport level Management and staff
• Maintain familiarity with applicable legislation and regulations related to aviation security
• Promote security awareness and vigilance;
• Ensure an effective response by the company to any threat or security incident;
• Report all actual or suspected acts of unlawful interference with aircraft operations to the appropriate authority for aviation security

SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Clear criminal record.
• Professional security background.
• In-depth knowledge of aviation regulations and safety protocols.
• Familiarity with aircraft and commercial air transport operations.
• No breach or contravention of any security measures in the aviation environment in the past 3 years.
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel as required