New roles at FlySafair

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Coordinate all operational matters and activities related to the aircraft ground handling operations, and to ensure all activities are carried out in accordance with the safety, security and quality standards;
• Review and update the department's manuals, encompassing Cargo procedures and operations, Ramp handling, and Aircraft ground handling;
• Investigate Ground and Cargo incidents or discrepancies, which may have a direct or indirect impact on OTP;
• Call centre and Cabin Services Support;
• Monitor Comail & COMAT Provide Comail & COMAT training to Flight Operations;
• Assist with the collection of catering equipment and ground equipment and with the loading for departing outstation aircraft;
• Follow up with the ordering of ground support equipment;
• Monitor service providers to ensure their adherence to procedure;
• Conduct external audits for Ground Handling and Cargo Operations;
• Support the Quality department in preparing for the annual AOC and IOSA audits;
• Perform daily monitoring of Flight Attendant (FA) load sheets;
• Maintain the aircraft configurations sheet; the updated Aircraft Handling Manual and maintain catering equipment status as and when needed;
• Procure new equipment and conduct vendor comparisons for quality and pricing;
• Ensure FlySafair Operations are in full compliance with the DG regulations;
• Maintain performance indicators for both ground and cargo handling;
• Respond and investigate IQSMS incidents/reports from Safety;
• Assist with conducting risk assessment/s when the company takes on new projects;
• Perform daily monitoring of cargo manifests and conduct ad-hoc checks on the Cargo Manifest;
• Monitor cargo weights to ensure that there is adequate personnel available;
• Investigate cargo pilferage or damaged cargo;
• Perform monthly reconciliation of freight and provide the data to the finance department;
• Collect data and create a graphical representation to illustrate the month-to-month freight carried.
• Determine whether to approve or reject excessive freight offers from the service provider;
• Liaise with the commercial department regarding upcoming new contracts;
• Review and inspect Dangerous Goods materials that potential clients intend to transport.
• Ensure that sufficient ground equipment is available for current or upcoming contracts.

 REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12;
• DG certified, CAT 6 holder;
• 3 years’ experience in cargo operation;
• Previous aviation experience in an operational area;
• Aviation auditing experience (Essential);
• High level of administrative expertise;
• Good understanding of SMS, IOSA or ISAGO process;
• Excellent understanding of CAA regulatory requirements pertaining to Cargo security;
• Computer literate and proficient in Word and Excel;
• Good communication skills on all levels (Verbal and written);
• Valid passport;
• Valid Driver’s license;
• Must be willing to work overtime.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Professional;
• High integrity;
• Proactive;
• Reliable and dependable;
• Process- and results-driven;
• Self-motivated;
• The ability to work independently and initiate workable solutions to problems;
• Punctual and strong attention to detail;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Immaculate Timekeeping;
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.

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RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Work with the Dispatch personnel to ensure all items Removed from Aircraft are actioned;
• Liaise and build successful relationships with designated suppliers;
• Raise repair or exchange orders on approved suppliers in accordance existing procedures;
• Scrutinize and analyse all quotations for approvals
• Effectively expedite and report on all open repair or exchange orders;
• Ensure on time TAT as per the quotation or the contract;
• Ensure excellent Internal & external customer support is provided;
• Ensure repair quotations are recorded on the system and reviewed within existing processes and procedures;
• Produce and present various reports including reports on order status, KPI’s and supplier performance;
• Communicate with various departments to manage the timely flow of parts;
• Ensure that all records are accurate and up to date;
• Create regular status reports;
• Reviewing and updating existing contracts;
• Explain terms and conditions to managers and interested parties;
• Ensure that employees understand and comply with company contracts;
• Analyse potential risks involved with specific contract terms;
• Ensure all deadlines and conditions described on contracts are met;
• Liaising with direct management of the department to analyse and determine a comprehensive contract strategy;
• Reviewing contracts, verifying accuracy and resolving discrepancies in line with company rules and guidelines;
• Identifying potential risks contract changes may pose to company.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric;
• 5 years procurement experience;
• Diploma in Procurement (Advantageous);
• Must have strong Administrative experience;
• SAM AMO system (Optional);
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Excel.