Transnet is the largest and most crucial part of the freight logistics chain that delivers goods to each and every South African. Transnet freight rail has approximately 38 000 employees, who are spread throughout the country. Transnet Limited, operating and controlling South Africa’s major transport infrastructure, is also responsible for ensuring that the country’s transport industries operate according to world-class standards. Transnet forms an integral part of the Southern African economy.
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To ensure compliance with the South African Civil Aviation Regulations, Part 145 with regard to managing all engineers and maintenance operations at Port of operation as well as maintain high standards and discipline all while ensuring an uninterrupted helicopter service.
Position Outputs
Perform all mandatory periodic inspections (MPI) on TNPA aircraft as determined by local authority and equipment manufacturer.
Rectify all technical defects in accordance with approved procedures.
Ensure airworthiness and readiness of TNPA aircraft for efficient service delivery.
Manage all engineering staff at Port of operation on behalf of the Chief Aviation Engineer.
Ensure that all maintenance activities are performed to the highest standards at Port of operation.
Liaise with the Chief Aviation Engineer on daily basis with regard to operational planning and maintenance issues and requirements.
Ensure that the maintenance facilities are maintained and kept in compliance with SACAA and any other regulatory bodies.
Work closely with the Base Manager with regard to operational planning.
Co-ordinate and plan all MPI’s together with the Chief Aviation Engineer and Maintenance planner.
Facilitate all engineering staff’s HR queries.
Together with the Base Manager keep all stakeholders informed of aircraft status.
Represent Transnet’s AMO during any audits that the SACAA or any other regulatory bodies may conduct.
Ensure that all issues raised relating to airworthiness are dealt with immediately.
Provide information to Senior Manager: Aviation, Operations Manager and Chief Engineer as and when required.
Record all activities being performed through the use of approved documentation in a clear and concise manner showing all actions taken as a result of work accomplished.
Maintain sound technical practices.
Thorough knowledge and application of the requirements of the Manual of Procedures, CAR’s of 2011, Approved Schedules, Manufacturers Manuals Airworthiness Directives and Airworthiness Notices.
Accurate trouble isolation of defects and rectification
Certify own work and as well as countersigning work of other engineers as well as junior engineers in training.
Maintain vigilance at all times for discrepancies, which may occur during operation of aircraft and rectify them correctly in the shortest possible time.
Hold current AME license with ratings applicable to TNPA aircraft.
Ensure that TNPA aircraft have valid and correct technical documentation at all times.
Maintain sound technical practices at all times and adhere to airworthiness codes.
Log all activities being performed through the use of approved documentation in a clear and concise manner showing all actions taken and work accomplished.
Ensure optimum ground support for TNPA aircraft.
Qualifications and Experience
Hold a valid AME license (Mechanical or Avionic) Grade 12 Trade Certificate Rotorcraft General Certificate or Instruments Equipment Certificate Engine General Certificate or Avionic Equipment Certificate Airframe General Certificate or Compass Swing Certificate Civil Aviation Regulations Certificate Human Factors Certificate Safety Management System certificate Minimum 8 years’ aircraft maintenance experience, 4 of which must be on helicopters. Management qualification will be an added advantage Experience with twin-engine helicopters in an offshore environment will be an added advantage. Competencies Required: Decision making Multi-tasking Meticulous Accuracy Good communication Team work Knowledge required: Aviation rules and safety guidelines Helicopter operation procedures & systems Public safety & security Transportation systems & procedures. Aircraft systems, engines & airframes. Port rules Customer service English language proficiency Mathematical applications Computers & electronic applications. Flight theory & engineering practices Skills Required: Good communication Time management Rapid judgement & decision making Operational control Active listening Technical trouble isolation & rectification Vigilance Working with complex machines, tools & devices. Diversity management
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