Senior Manager: Aerodromes and Facilities at Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA)

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Management of Operations

• Set and monitor standards for Aerodromes in respect of civil infrastructure, electrical installations, aerodrome quality management system, Obstacles, Apron operations as well as Rescue and Firefighting Services.
• Define the scope of oversight requirements, the scope of work, and the required resources.
• Develop annual oversight plans and safety promotion plans. 
• Provide oversight on work programmes and control performance.
• Develop and maintain systems to measure that established standards are continually evaluated for process improvements.
• Facilitate the implementation of a risk-based oversight process on all aerodromes and facilities functions and activities.
• Exercise the powers delegated in terms of the legislation: i.e authorise, vary, or withdraw certificates, licenses and approvals in respect of aerodrome and facilities
• Initiate regulatory review and submission to CARCOM.

Align compliance oversight processes to focus on:

• Technical installations
• Training standards of personnel maintaining those installations
• Processes and operations, and
• Maintenance of a Safety Quality System on aerodromes
• Compile an effective and realistic manual of procedures.
• Support the SACAA enforcement structure with the investigation and enforcement of reported cases of non-compliance.

Management of the Department 

• Develop and manage the Departmental budget in line with the priorities of the department and organisation.
• Controls and reports on expenditure for the Department in line with the PMFA and other applicable procedures.
• Facilitates the acquisition of services and goods through applicable Supply Chain Management processes.
• Set and monitor adherence to quality standards in all processes within the Department in compliance with ISO procedures.
• Guide the identification, analysis, and mitigation of risks within the Department.
• Assess exemption applications, conduct risk and compliance oversight, and make recommendations to the DCA.

Management of People

• Ensure the appointment and retention of staff.
• Institutionalise a high-performance culture to improve productivity and staff morale.

Facilitate individual and team development through:

• Coaching of staff
• Assisting them in the achievement of their agreed objectives
• Encouraging and motivating them to engage in continuous learning
• Empowering them through delegation of responsibilities

Facilitate the achievement of departmental objectives by:

• Managing the execution of the team’s KPAs
• Ensuring availability of staff to perform required functions
• Develop and monitor the implementation of training and mentoring plans.

Liaison and Policy Development

• Conduct benchmarking exercises that will enhance the drafting of regulations.
• Participate in negotiations and act as liaison with stakeholders and industry bodies on behalf of SACAA.
• Direct research effort on policy and regulatory changes and updates.
• Act as liaison with relevant stakeholders on policy, regulatory, licensing, and changes related to aerodrome and facilities.
• Develop a system and process to communicate and promote and sustain safety measures for aerodrome and facilities’ clients and stakeholders.
• Represent South African interests in standards development for aerodromes.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or relevant NQF level 7

ADDED ADVANTAGE

• Postgraduate degree in Civil Engineering or Management  or relevant qualification NQF level 8

EXEPRIENCE:

• 8 years experience in Aerodrome Safety 
• 5 years experience conducting Aerodrome Safety Oversight 
• 3 years management experience in  aerodrome safety 

Closing Date: 04 June 2026