Jobs at Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA)

Management of Staff

• Encourage and motivate team members to engage in continuous learning, as well as empower them through delegation of responsibilities.
• Engage with team members and offer support when required to ensure that targets are met.
• Encourage high-performance levels in team members and facilitate their development through the management of KPAs. 
• Conduct regular conversations with investigators to discuss their work goals, performance, positive behaviour in the workplace and development/career opportunities.

Investigations

• Provide advice and recommendations to the SM on the initiation of investigations, as well as aviation safety investigations matters
• Establish an investigation team that is suitably qualified and experienced, taking into consideration existing and anticipated tasks and/or investigator's commitments.
• Ensure that each investigation/project details the scope, resources, investigation risks and milestones in accordance with the AllD MOP.
• Provide oversight and management of the deployment of investigation teams.
• Provide oversight and management investigations/projects allocated to investigators.
• Provide weekly oversight and monitoring report on investigations or projects allocated to investigators detailing, progress made and timeframe in accordance with the AllD MOP 
• Ensure timely release of notifications, preliminary reports, draft, and final reports in line with the AllD MOP 
• Release an interim statement within the prescribed timelines, in the event of missing the target date for the final report 
• Send all reports to states and organizations as prescribed in the AllD MOP
• Ensure the submission of ADREP reports to ICAO for all accidents involving aircraft above the MTOW of 2250kg and incidents above 5700kg as   prescribed in the AllD MOP.
• Provide support and assistance to llC, where needed during the investigation activities, and ensure targets are met.
• Ensure that IICs have consulted with interested parties as required by the AllD MOP and Annex 13.
• Ensure that safety actions and issues are appropriately identified and recorded by llCs.
• Monitor and support the health, safety, and wellbeing of staff in accordance with the AllD MOP and SACAA policies and procedures. 
• Ensure that staff have the required personal protective clothing (PPE) and have been inoculated before being deployed. 
• Also ensure the maintenance of staff PPE and inoculation records.

Relationship Management

• Effectively communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders throughout the investigation process. 
• Continuously provide updates on investigation progress as per the agreed timelines

Minimum Qualifications:

• Commercial Pilot Licence or AME License plus Engineering Diploma (NQF Level 6) or equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification

Ideal Qualifications:

• Aviation License (ATPL or AME) plus
• Degree in Management or Project Management or equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification in Aviation Safety or NQF Level 7 Engineering Degree 

Experience:

• 10 years Accident investigation or 
• 5 years Management Experience in Aviation

Closing Date:  16 June 2026

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Practical Examination Oversight System

• Develop and manage a system to oversee the practical examination standards of all aviation personnel licensed under Parts 61, 62, 63, 64, 65 and 66 of the CAR and to ensure this complies with ICAO and international best practice.
• Ensure the oversight of designated examiners and instructors involved with practical examination of aviation personnel.

Examination Standards Development

• Develop, review, and implement practical examination / standards for aviation personnel license holders
• Ensure that the developed standards comply with ICAO and meet the company objectives.

CATS and CAR Development

• Develop, implement, and review applicable CATS and CAR to ensure that the practical examination standards are up to date.
• Manage any CAR and CATS amendments relating to the practical examination/ of aviation personnel.

Management of Staff

• Manage key performance areas of directly reporting personnel to ensure the achievement of their agreed objectives.
• Mentor and monitor employees to fulfil their responsibilities within regulated standards and timeframes
• Develop a culture of high performance that demonstrates SACAA core values and competencies
• Facilitate skills development to ensure retention of staff

Industry Liaison

• Liaise with industry and record problem-solving solutions and convey knowledge to the industry to allow for the improvement of standards.
• Manage the participation of the industry in the development of practical examination/testing/training standards a
• Manage the participation of the industry in the development of the oversight system
• Portray a professional and positive image of the CAA.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum: CPL with instructor rating or Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer plus instructor rating
• Ideal: Relevant NQF level 6 qualification plus ATPL

Experience

• 3-5 years, authorised officer with a thorough knowledge of regulations and licensing practices