South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) Vacancies

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Internship – Office of the Company Secretary (Centurion)

Reference Number

SA-407

Description

Key Performance Areas

• Assist in implementing an effective legal compliance program.
• Assist in compiling Compliance Risk Management Plans in order to identify gaps.
• Assist in developing and reviewing company policies to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
• Advise management on the company’s compliance with laws and regulations through detailed reports.
• Create and manage effective action plans in response to audit discoveries and compliance violations.
• Present training on applicable laws.

Outputs/Deliverables

• Assist in developing and implementing the POPIA compliance program.
• Monitor POPIA compliance.
• Regularly audit legal compliance in terms of company procedures, practices, and documents to identify possible weaknesses or risks.
• Assess company operations to determine compliance risk.
• Ensure all employees are educated/trained on the latest regulations and processes.

Requirements

Minimum Qualification

• Grade 12
• LLB Degree
• Compliance Certificate (Advantage)
• Served Articles (Preferred)
• Admitted Attorney (Advantage)
• Understanding of the Legal Compliance, Governance and Ethics (Advantage)

Closing Date: 13 November 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.

AVSEC Personnel Certification Trainee (Centurion)

Reference Number

SA-406

Description

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Trainee will be provided with a opportunity to be trained in the folowing aspects of Aviation Security Personnel Certification

Data Acquisition and administration, ASSO Matters

• Designing and maintaining databases and data systems. 
• Ensuring data quality and integrity through cleansing and validation processes. 

       Data Analysis and Interpretation:

• Analysing data using statistical techniques and tools to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies. 
• Interpreting data findings and translating them into actionable insights. 
• Developing and implementing data analysis strategies and models. 

Communication and Reporting:

• Creating clear and concise reports and presentations to communicate findings to stakeholders. 
• Using data visualization techniques to present data in an easily understandable format. 

Collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and requirements. 

MAIN OUTPUTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION

Review screener certification application form

Ensure that all applications for screener certification contain the minimum requirements as per Part 110 and that all supporting documentation such as training and certificate records, medical records, OJT reports for initial applicants, etc. 

Data Clean Up of screener records

Conduct screener list data cleanup ensuring that screeners are assigned to the correct ASSO and areas of operations

Maintain screener portal 

Ensure that information from PEXO and EMPIC align to information on the screener portal and escalate anomalies or misalignment to IT department for correction.

Release screener examinations on PEXO

Release scheduled and out of schedule examinations for screeners on PEXO 15 minutes prior to scheduled examination time.

Stakeholder engagements 

Respond and address stakeholder requests and queries in line with the Service Level standards and submit certification results and letters as per service level standards. Supply applicants with proforma invoices for training requests.

Reporting  

Maintain screener’ s annual examination schedule.

Submit monthly examination schedule for the upcoming month for line manage approval.

Submit monthly reports on statistical data of screener examination conducted as well.

Update screener list on portal and other tools such as share point. 

Coordinate OJT personnel workshops

Review OJT Personnel certification applications to ensure that they meet the minimum criteria as per Part 110.

Consolidate reviewed OJT workshop presentation and submit to Communications department for final review.

Supply Communications department with a list of approved applicants.

Assist with administrative duties during the OJT personnel workshop

Surveillance Activities

Conduct initial, scheduled, ad hoc and follow-up audits for Aviation Security Screening organisations (ASSO).

Complete EMPIC surveillance reports.

Approvals of ASSO

Attend to ASSO application request.

Conduct verification of ASSO application and compilation of application pack.

Requirements

EDUCATION

MINIMUM 

• Nation Diploma in Education or relevant NQF-Level 6 Qualification 

IDEAL

• Degree in Education, Business administration, management and Aviation Security Certificate

EXPERIENCE

• 1 Year Administration experience.
• Aviation Security experience would be an added advantage.

Closing Date: 17 November 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.

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Finance Trainee (Centurion)

Reference Number

SA-403

Description

OVERALL, PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To accurately process, maintain and report on all creditors / debtors’ transactions.

Recognition of Revenue

• Generate invoices relating to services delivered by SACAA to various individuals and entities. 
• Receipt of payments from applicable individuals and entities 
• Submit credit notes and refund applications following monthly debtors’ reconciliations, where applicable. 
• Follow up on unallocated deposits with a view to recognise revenue. 
• Comply with provisions of relevant policies and procedures.
• Perform debt collection functions on allocated debtors to ensure outstanding debt is minimized.
• Draw debtor historical aged analysis for allocated debtors 

Manage Suppliers Payments

• Accurately and timeously process invoices onto the financial system daily. 
• Obtain and ensure that supporting documents are provided by various departments.
• Ensure invoices from departments are authorised as per the delegation of authority.
• Ensure creditors statements are provided monthly. 
• Timeously investigate unmatched purchase orders monthly.
• Ensure foreign creditors are paid timeously via telegraphic transfer.
• Prepare the payment checklist and ensure accurately completed.
• Import payment batch from financial system to the bank or perform manual payment online, present for release on time and follow up and resolve any queries
• Ensure all subsistence and travel allowances are paid to travelling employees timeously.

Petty Cash expense & Local S&T 

• Processing, administration and reconciliation of:
• Petty cash, 
• Expense claims and 
• Local S&T 

in line with applicable internal policies and procedures.

Filling & Ad-hoc admin duties

• Ensure that all documents are properly filed regularly.
• Ensure that all filed documents are easily retrievable.
• Ad-Hoc Admin duties

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• National Diploma in Finance / Financial management or relevant NQF Level 6 qualification.

IDEAL

• BCOM Finance or Accounting

Minimum Experience:

1- 2-years Finance Intern

Closing Date: 12 November 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.

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Maintenance Officer (Centurion)

Reference Number

SA-405

Description

Overall purpose of the Job

To maintain the building facilities and grounds of SACAA building. Initiate, monitor, and perform buildings repairs, and maintenance requirements /improvements. Ensure the client adherences to Health & Safety Regulations.

Maintenance of building facilities and grounds

Proactively inspect SACAA building, plumbing, and electrical on a regular basis

Ensure any concerns are highlighted to determine priorities for subsequent maintenance or are upgraded where necessary

Arrange and oversee all repairs/installations/ maintenance done by external suppliers are done to acceptable standards

Perform basic electrical work, plumbing; aircon repairs and carpentry

Execute such work to ensure minimum disruption to the business and where necessary schedule disruptive work for after hours.

Accompany external maintenance service provider, and sign off  worksheet/invoices of maintenance work completed

Respond, when necessary to emergencies

Maintain basic filing system of any instruction manuals/ maintenance job card

Oversee cleaning of yards, including gutters and ground maintenance work

Conduct Health and Safety Inspection and act as OHS Representative

Office Maintenance

Install all internal fixtures and fittings such as pictures, perform minor repairs on shelving etc

Keep all office furniture in functional order

Replace burnt-out lights as and when required

Schedule day-to-day maintenance, encompassing cyclical services & maintenance requirements

Carry out fault-finding walkabouts around SACAA building

Carry out basic repair of any electrical, plumbing, masonry, carpentry, etc.

Office moves and events setup

Carry out movement of movable assets, boxes any other heavy objects around /within the building

Assist with setting up internal events

General

Disposal of recycling of paper

Collect staff consumables on a regularly basis or for functions purposes

Ensure compliance with OHS Act in your area and report to the OHS committee

Ad hoc driving i.e. delivery/ collection/ source physical quotes

Perform messenger task to conduct a drop-off and pick up of office use material

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12 and

NQF Level 4 technical  Qualifications in Electrical or Plumbing or General Technical Maintenance or relevant nqf level 4 qualification

Ideal Qualification

National Diploma in Engineering Plumbing or Related diploma and Samtrac Certificate 

Experience

• 3 Years – Office Maintenance Experience

Closing Date: 11 November 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.

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Maintenance Officer (Centurion)

Reference Number

SA-405

Description

Overall purpose of the Job

To maintain the building facilities and grounds of SACAA building. Initiate, monitor, and perform buildings repairs, and maintenance requirements /improvements. Ensure the client adherences to Health & Safety Regulations.

Maintenance of building facilities and grounds

Proactively inspect SACAA building, plumbing, and electrical on a regular basis

Ensure any concerns are highlighted to determine priorities for subsequent maintenance or are upgraded where necessary

Arrange and oversee all repairs/installations/ maintenance done by external suppliers are done to acceptable standards

Perform basic electrical work, plumbing; aircon repairs and carpentry

Execute such work to ensure minimum disruption to the business and where necessary schedule disruptive work for after hours.

Accompany external maintenance service provider, and sign off  worksheet/invoices of maintenance work completed

Respond, when necessary to emergencies

Maintain basic filing system of any instruction manuals/ maintenance job card

Oversee cleaning of yards, including gutters and ground maintenance work

Conduct Health and Safety Inspection and act as OHS Representative

Office Maintenance

Install all internal fixtures and fittings such as pictures, perform minor repairs on shelving etc

Keep all office furniture in functional order

Replace burnt-out lights as and when required

Schedule day-to-day maintenance, encompassing cyclical services & maintenance requirements

Carry out fault-finding walkabouts around SACAA building

Carry out basic repair of any electrical, plumbing, masonry, carpentry, etc.

Office moves and events setup

Carry out movement of movable assets, boxes any other heavy objects around /within the building

Assist with setting up internal events

General

Disposal of recycling of paper

Collect staff consumables on a regularly basis or for functions purposes

Ensure compliance with OHS Act in your area and report to the OHS committee

Ad hoc driving i.e. delivery/ collection/ source physical quotes

Perform messenger task to conduct a drop-off and pick up of office use material

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12 and

NQF Level 4 technical  Qualifications in Electrical or Plumbing or General Technical Maintenance or relevant nqf level 4 qualification

Ideal Qualification

National Diploma in Engineering Plumbing or Related diploma and Samtrac Certificate 

Experience

• 3 Years – Office Maintenance Experience

Closing Date: 11 November 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.

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Forensic Services Trainee (Centurion)

Reference Number

SA-398

Description

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To assist the Forensic Services Department minimise the impact of financial crime and misconduct through timeous high quality investigative interventions and ensure that SACAA’s assets and interests are protected including mitigating exposures and providing a first-class forensic investigatory service to stakeholders within the business.

MAIN OUTPUTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION

Forensic Pro-active Service

• Assist Identifying areas where fraud risk management may be of further assistance to management in the achievement of goals and objectives of the department.
• Assist in the provision of fraud training, awareness, and campaigns.
• Assist promoting internal audit and forensic services in overall engagements
• Promotes the fraud hotline.

Operational Function / Management 

• Conduct allocated forensic investigations according to required methodologies and standards.
• Investigate and follow-up on matters emanating from fraud hotline reports allocated by the management.
• Participate in conducting interviews, obtain statements/affidavits, and gather factual evidence with regards to forensic investigations.
• Analyze information, statements/affidavits, research, and evidence gathered.
• Provide regular feedback on the progress of investigations to the Senior Manager.
• Assist in the Fraud Awareness campaigns to SACAA officials and stakeholders.
• Compile forensic investigation reports

Document information and transaction flow

• Understands the relevant aspects of the areas that are under investigation.
• Maintains chain of custody.

Assist with the implementation of corrective actions

• Prepares evidence to support recommended corrective actions
• Investigate and provides evidence in corrective actions tribunals.
• Assist liaising with law enforcement agencies.

Perform unscheduled forensic activities

• Assists the internal audit team as and when requested by management.
• Participates in fraud risk management projects as and when requested or required.

Communication and stakeholder management

• Ensures that investigation clients are regularly and timeously informed regarding commencement and progress of investigations.
• Ensures that communication (written and verbal) with clients, peers and superiors are factual, regular, timeous and accurate.

Requirements

EDUCATION

Minimum

National Diploma in Forensic Investigation or  Forensic Auditing or Law  or relevant  NQF level 6 qualification.

Ideal

• Bachelor’s Degree / Advanced Diploma at NQF level 7
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

EXPERIENCE

1 year experience in Forensic Investigation or Fraud Management or Fraud Risk Management / Assessments

Closing Date: 11 November 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.

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Airworthiness Inspector: Aircraft Inspection (Centurion)

Reference Number

SA-404

Description

Site Visits and Inspections

• Completion of allocated C of A/ATF inspection applications as per approved procedure
• Provide clients with the required feedback during the completion of all tasks.
• Review AW records of TC and NTCA aircraft as per procedure during C of A, ATF and RLA Renewal process
• Address industry stakeholder problems/queries in and exemplary manner
• Use of the EBS system for completion of all tasks as assigned by M: AR &I
• Enforcement (Grounding) actions taken as sanctioned by Manager Aircraft Inspection & Registration
• Enforcement actions recommended to the Enforcement. Department to be inline as assigned by M: ARI
• Analyse and investigate significant defects discovered in aircraft and determine corrective action to be taken where airworthiness may be affected and correct any trends, where necessary.
• Monitor the implementation of the ADs and/or related SBs issued by the manufacturer (both foreign and domestic) to ensure air operator’s compliance to the continuing airworthiness of aeronautical products with an established procedure to avoid or correct service difficulties.
• Investigate possible violation of the regulations regarding airworthiness and take appropriate enforcement action, when necessary.
• Participate in aircraft review board activities.

Reports

• Report with recommendations on outcome of safety audits and inspections.
• Research, develop and propose specific standards to be applied in certification, airworthiness, and maintenance of aircraft.
• Issue special flight permits. 

Communication and Safety Promotion

• Address Industry stakeholder problems/queries in an exemplary manner.
• Provide Industry feedback to the Authority.
• Inculcate upon Industry stakeholders’ safety prerequisites and procedures.

Proposal and Revision of Standards

• Proactively research, develop and propose specific standards to be applied in airworthiness and maintenance of aircraft.

Requirements

EDUCATION

Minimum

• Grade 12 
• Trade Certificate and a valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineers License in Avionics 

Ideal

• National Technical Diploma 

EXPERIENCE

• 5 years in Aircraft Airworthiness or Aviation Regulatory environment or Civil/Military Aviation experience

Closing Date: 07 November 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.

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Application Support Specialist (3 Years Fixed Term Contract) (Centurion)

Reference Number

SA-402

Description

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To provide technical application support to all users within the SACAA and to various applications, enhancements of applications and analysis of application requirements and carry out system testing and upgrades

SOFTWARE ANALYSES & TESTING

• Investigate and analyse existing system and recommend improvements.
• Ensure that software applications are tested.
• Ensure that application is testing done prior moving to production.
• Participate in business requirements gathering sessions.

SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT & CONFIGURATION

• Implement application improvements on existing systems within the organisation.
• Conduct configuration of systems to ensure that the clients’ needs are met.
• Eradicate tedious workflows and duplication on existing applications or systems.
• Develop data flows.
• Participate in automation of business processes.
• Develop business reports and templates.

SOFTWARE UPGRADES

• Manage and monitor software upgrades.
• Test and implement new software releases.
• Conduct end user training as and when required.

SYSTEM ENHANCEMENTS

• Enhance existing systems as per user requests.
• Conduct system performance improvements.

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT

• Provide efficient system maintenance and support.
• Analyse and provide solutions for recurring production issues.
• Respond to systems issues, end-user queries and maintenance requests within ICT service level agreement.
• Extract data and reports as and when requested.

SYSTEMS INTEGRATION

• Assist with Integration of various systems in the organisation.
• Participate in system integration testing.

Requirements

Minimum Qualification: 

• National Diploma in IT or relevant NQF Level 6 qualification

Ideal Qualification:

• IT Degree and Java programming certificate

Experience

• 3 Years IT Technician or Application Maintenance & Support

Closing Date:07 November 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.

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Testing Standards Officer Pilot (Midrand)

Reference Number

SA-310

Description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• Responsible for ATO approval and oversight.
• Responsible for FSTD oversight and approval.
• Review and approval of Syllabi and Curricula.
• Responsible for licensing standards and regulations for all aircrew licenses; oversight of Designated flight examiners, Radio telephony Examiners and Language proficiency examiners; approval and oversight of examination centers.
• Monitor the conduct of pilot instructors and designated examiners.
• Submit memos to LAC for further investigation or enforcement action against instructors and examiners.
• Conduct and participate in review boards for the designation and redesignation of pilot instructors and designated examiners.
• Respond to queries regarding crew licensing, instructors, designated examiners, training or assessment from industry and the Authority.
• Provide technical assistance to other states, industry and licensing office.
• Participate in national seminars, conferences and workgroups related to flight instructors, designated examiners or inspector duties.
• Maintain procedure documents related to TSO inspectors for flight crew instructors or designated examiners

CATS and CAR Development

• In co-operation with Managers: Licensing and Examinations- Develop and implement Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) and Civil Aviation Technical Standards (CATS) for the Civil Aviation Regulations Part 61, 62, 63, 68, 69 ,71,72 in compliance with the Standards and Recommended Practices of ICAO Annex 1.

Operational Management

• Conduct audits and inspections as per SACAA Procedures to establish compliance.
• Conduct oversight on the activities of designated flight examiners, Radiotelephony examiners, Language Proficiency examiners and flight instructors.
• Make relevant recommendations pertaining to safety management systems.
• Investigate regulatory non-compliances and recommend remedial or enforcement measures.
• Provide factual reports of audits and inspections conducted on the training organisations.
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of corrective action and the closure of action within allocated time frames.
• Facilitate approval, and their maintenance with respect to Training and Procedures Manuals.
• Support the Licensing Administration function within SACAA, including the assessment of applications, against legal requirements in accordance with the provisions of the Civil Aviation Regulations 2011, Parts ,61, 62, 63, 68,69 and 71.
• Investigate and recommend action to the Director on any deviations from requirements.
• Introduce adequate measures to enable SACAA to effectively carry out its mandate of Safety and Security Oversight.
• Update and amend all documentation, checklists, and procedures to ensure compliance with the regulations.
• Review applications for the accreditation of military experience.
• Review applications for the conversion of validation for foreign licences where directed.

Support to PEL Sections and Departments

• Provide technical and investigation support to LAC department on enforcement issues.
• Recommending the approval /denial/ withdrawal of exemptions, AMOCs and special approvals.
• Provide technical design support to PEL FSTD and ATO inspectors.
• Provide technical design support to the Exemptions and Regulatory Development section.
• Provide technical support to AIID regarding the investigation of accidents and incidents.
• Provide technical support to the General Aviation department.
• Provide other technical support as directed by the relevant line manager.

Design of Training and Testing Standards

• Design and develop test standards and examination items for flight crew training and testing.
• Design and periodically review the curricula and syllabi of flight crew licence and rating training and examinations.
• Develop and implement standards for licensing administration that ensures adherence to requirements.
• Develop technical guidance material for flight crew training and testing.

Communications and Safety Promotion

• Project a professional and positive image of the SACAA to all stakeholders. Provide industry feedback to the Manager

Industry Liaison and Client Service Standards

• Participate with industry through workshops and conferences in the development of:
• – Practical examination/testing/training standards
• – The oversight system to portray a positive image of the SACAA
• Liaise with industry to record problem-solving solutions and convey knowledge to the industry to allow for the improvement of standards.
• Resolve customer issues while abiding by regulations and internal policies.
• Communicate with industry participants by publishing AIS document and PEL notices.
• Contribute to the content of the PEL web pages.

Requirements

Minimum Qualification:

• Grade 12
• Commercial Pilot License with Grade II Instructor Rating issued under Part 61 or equivalent SA Air Force Flight Instructor Rating Category B

Ideal Qualification:

• Airline Transport Pilot Licence with Grade I Flight instructor rating or SAAF Grade A Instructor with sound knowledge of training and training administration.

Experience:

• 300 hours

Closing Date: 24 February 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.

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