5 Aeronautical Information jobs in South Africa

Minimum Requirements
Formal Qualifications

• Air traffic service qualification (Aeronautical Information Management)
• Post graduate qualification in Business Management / Leadership

Years Of Experience

• Seasoned professional with a minimum 8 years' experience in developing, implementing, and or managing aeronautical information service delivery, operations or functions, of which at least 5 years must be at middle management level.
• Full understanding of all AIS disciplines operational management, Global, Regional and National ATM planning mechanisms and processes, and AIS-AIM operational concept.

Alternatively
Formal qualification

• Air traffic service qualification (Aeronautical Information Management)
• Formal leadership training or Management Development Program

Experience

• Minimum 10 years' experience in developing, implementing, and managing aeronautical information services , of which at least 7 years must be at a middle management level
• Full understanding of all AIS disciplines operational management, Global, Regional and National ATM planning mechanisms and processes, and AIS-AIM operational concept.

Note: A candidate appointed with alternative required qualifications and experience must be prepared to undergo compulsory development (sponsored by ATNS) to achieve the required post graduate qualification within three years.
If you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
ATNS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to achieve a diverse workforce broadly representative of our people. This position will be filled in line with the objectives of ATNS' Employment Equity Plan and therefore candidates from designated groups as per the Employment Equity Act of 1998, are encouraged to apply.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To determine the operational level of safety that the prospective and approval holder can achieve and does in fact achieve in actual operations. Through evaluation (assess), monitor (conduct periodic and unannounced surveillance) of compliance to operations of an aircraft:

a) making recommendations regarding the issuance or amendment of an AOC and associated operations specifications, and the operator's competence to continue to exercise the privileges of the certificate;

b) making recommendations concerning any special conditions that, considering the investigation, may need to be imposed;

c) informing the operator of any deficiencies needing rectification; and

d) making recommendations concerning appropriate enforcement action.

Assesses and make recommendations on the compliance potential and ability of an aircraft for certification and licencing purposes.

Part 121, 135 & 101 site, airline and operator oversight

• Conduct routine inspections on station facility, apron, en-route operation, and base, etc.
• Review, make recommendations and approve various Approval Holder documentation.
• Carry out oversight or checks considered necessary at prescribed intervals as per the risk and performance-based orientation.
• Assess the effectiveness of the operator's SMS and the level of resources allocated to it.
• Conduct inspections or oversight in accordance with an established work programme and applicable standards, procedures and instructions.
• Investigate and report, as required, possible violations of the aviation law or related safety operating regulations and rules;
• Continuously review the operator's documentation, staff, systems and governance frameworks and make recommendations.
• Advise the operator in writing, of any deficiency requesting a proposal for remedial action.
• Conduct follow-up on inspection reports to ensure that appropriate action has been taken in a timely manner.
• Submit reports on each inspection or investigation in the manner prescribed, and (capture the relevant information on the applicable database / administration system) complete and process the applicable inspection forms.
• Keep appropriate CAA inspectorate and staff informed on all aspects of the current operation and projected developments at the operator including changes in executive personnel, personnel assigned responsibilities and the operator's organization in general.
• Conduct qualification, approval and supervisory activities with respect to personnel proposed as designated examiners by an operator
• Facilitate the qualification, oversight and approval over the operator's designated examiners.
• Proactively research, develop and propose the specific standards to be applied in the area of operator operations.

Proposals and Revision of Standards

• Proactively research, develop and propose the specific standards to be applied in operator operations.

Communications and Safety Promotion

• Able to professionally communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Project a satisfactory image of the SACAA to all stakeholders.
• Provide industry feedback to the Authority.
• Promote aviation safety by proposing improvements in operational requirements.

Minimum Qualification:

• Grade 12
• Hold a valid Airline Transport Pilot License (fixed wing) for Part 121 or Commercial Pilot License (fixed wing) for Part 135

Ideal Qualification:

• Commercial Pilot License with Frozen ATPL

Experience:

Pilot

• 3 years' experience as a SACAA Flight Operations Inspector and/or ICAO Government Safety Inspector course.

• 1000 hours as a pilot or pilot-in-command of a civil or military air transport aircraft CPL (A) for Part 135

Closing Date: 24 October 2025

All SACAA appointments are subject to S98 of the Civil Aviation Act, 13 of 2009 and all successful candidates will be subjected to security vetting. Employment Equity candidates will be prioritised in line with Employment Equity Plan. If you have not heard from the SACAA 90 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful

• Provide day-to-day office and administrative support to the Flight Operations team and Chief Pilot.
• Manage incoming calls, emails, and correspondence, ensuring efficient communication flow.
• Arrange and schedule meetings and appointments, including logistics and room bookings.
• Prepare and circulate meeting agendas and in advance.
• Take accurate and detailed meeting minutes, ensuring timely distribution and follow-up on action items.
• Maintain filing systems and ensure documentation is organised and accessible for auditing and compliance purposes.
• Act as point of contact for Flight Deck crew queries, escalating matters where required.
• Liaise with the Rostering and Training Department regarding roster requirements and changes as required.
• Coordinate with HR regarding reports and crew related matters, including onboarding of new Flight Deck crew.
• Administer updates for new crew starts and maintain crew-related documentation.
• Support crew with iPad-related matters, including troubleshooting, updates, and device distribution.
• Assist in the preparation, compilation, and formatting of both regular and ad hoc reports which include Seniority listing, leave reporting etc.
• Ensure Flight Operations documents are prepared, updated, and distributed to the relevant stakeholders.
• Keep operational records, manuals, and reports updated in line with company and regulatory requirements.
• Follow up on deadlines, ensuring system updates and reporting obligations are completed on time.

• Liaise with the Chief Training Captain, Fleet Captain, EBT Manager, Cadet Manager, and Office Pilots to provide timely administrative and operational support.

• Grade 12 or Equivalent (Essential);

• A relevant tertiary qualification Advantageous);
• 1-3 years' experience in office administration (Essential);
• Administration experience (Essential);
• Aviation/Operations experience (Advantageous);
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook);
• Strong administrative skill;
• Organised, systematic and excellent attention to detail;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and confident to deal with internal and external customers;
• Good communication skills;
• Task orientated and ability to multi-task;
• Ability to learn quickly and effectively.

Personal Attributes:

• Professional conduct;
• Ability to work independently or in a team;
• High integrity;
• Reliable and dependable;
• Ability to work under pressure and meet timelines.

Application Guideline:

• Email applications will not be accepted;
• Preference will be given to members of under-represented designated groups;
• Should no feedback be provided within two (2) weeks from the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

FlySafair reserves the right:

• Not to proceed with this vacancy;
• To appoint the selected candidates based on its operational requirements.

Closing date: 24 September 2025

• Provide day-to-day office and administrative support to the Flight Operations team and Chief Pilot.


• Manage incoming calls, emails, and correspondence, ensuring efficient communication flow.


• Arrange and schedule meetings and appointments, including logistics and room bookings.


• Prepare and circulate meeting agendas and in advance.


• Take accurate and detailed meeting minutes, ensuring timely distribution and follow-up on action items.


• Maintain filing systems and ensure documentation is organised and accessible for auditing and compliance purposes.


• Act as point of contact for Flight Deck crew queries, escalating matters where required.


• Liaise with the Rostering and Training Department regarding roster requirements and changes as required.


• Coordinate with HR regarding reports and crew related matters, including onboarding of new Flight Deck crew.


• Administer updates for new crew starts and maintain crew-related documentation.


• Support crew with iPad-related matters, including troubleshooting, updates, and device distribution.


• Assist in the preparation, compilation, and formatting of both regular and ad hoc reports which include Seniority listing, leave reporting etc.


• Ensure Flight Operations documents are prepared, updated, and distributed to the relevant stakeholders.


• Keep operational records, manuals, and reports updated in line with company and regulatory requirements.


• Follow up on deadlines, ensuring system updates and reporting obligations are completed on time.


• Liaise with the Chief Training Captain, Fleet Captain, EBT Manager, Cadet Manager, and Office Pilots to provide timely administrative and operational support.

• Grade 12 or Equivalent (Essential);


• A relevant tertiary qualification Advantageous);


• 1-3 years' experience in office administration (Essential);


• Administration experience (Essential);


• Aviation/Operations experience (Advantageous);


• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook);


• Strong administrative skill;


• Organised, systematic and excellent attention to detail;


• Excellent interpersonal skills and confident to deal with internal and external customers;


• Good communication skills;


• Task orientated and ability to multi-task;


• Ability to learn quickly and effectively.

Personal Attributes:

• Professional conduct;


• Ability to work independently or in a team;


• High integrity;


• Reliable and dependable;


• Ability to work under pressure and meet timelines.

Application Guideline:

• Email applications will not be accepted;


• Preference will be given to members of under-represented designated groups;


• Should no feedback be provided within two (2) weeks from the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

FlySafair reserves the right:

• Not to proceed with this vacancy;


• To appoint the selected candidates based on its operational requirements.

Closing date: 24 September 2025