SACAA Vacancies

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Manager: Dangerous Goods

Reference Number

SA-269

Description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To manage the operations of the Dangerous Goods section through regulation, monitoring, enforcement, and promotion of aviation safety to ensure safe transportation of dangerous goods by air in accordance with applicable regulatory framework (namely, Annexure 18, ICAO Technical Instructions, ICAO Technical Instructions Supplement and CARS of 2011).
• To ensure compliance with aviation safety and security standards and recommended practices for dangerous goods in line

        with policy and procedures, regulations, and subsequent surveillance activities and the resolution of safety concerns.

Oversight – Dangerous Goods

• Develop and monitor the implementation of an annual Master Oversight Plan for Dangerous Goods based on risk assessments
• Develop guidelines and procedures for approval of the transportation of dangerous goods by commercial air transport operators.
• Oversee inspections for the conformity by operations regarding dangerous goods.
• Approve dangerous goods training programmes by training organisations and instructors
• Ensure audits and inspections are conducted for regulated agents and known consignors and recommendations are provided to improve on operating standards.
• Ensure corrective actions plans are followed-up and findings are closed
• Participate in the investigations of dangerous goods incidents and accidents, when required

Management of the section and People

• Plan and lead the attainment of set objectives for the Section.
• Manage key performance areas of direct reports to ensure achievements of agreed deliverables.
• Oversee the mentoring and coaching of staff on an ongoing basis.
• Manage and ensure the implementation of development interventions for the respective Dangerous Goods operations aimed at institutionalising a high-performance culture and establishing a cohesive and positive working environment within SACAA to improve staff morale and increase productivity
• Manage day-to-day operations by the Dangerous Goods Section, while keeping on top of continuous regulatory development
• Manage resources for the Section and ensure proper utilisation thereof
• Ensure that staff comply with Health and Safety legislation and related regulations and policies

Administration and Annual Planning

• Develop an operational plan for Dangerous Goods section
• Develop a safety and security promotions plan for Dangerous Goods safety and security promotions.
• Develop and monitor On-The-Job Training and (Succession) plans.
• Develop and approve training development plans.
• Develop and monitor the implementation of the inspectorate plans
• Provide input to the annual budget, control expenditure, and implementation of control procedures for the team.
• Compile monthly and quarterly management reports

Enforcement and Compliance

• Monitor trends of reported undeclared and mis-declared consignments
• Ensure follow-up on all reported non-compliance cases are investigated and appropriate sanction or penalty is imposed
• Ensure compliance of the Dangerous Goods function within the parameters of ICAO Technical Instructions, CARS Part 92, CATS Part 92, and Civil Aviation Act.

Liaison and Consultation

• Represent SACAA in negotiations and act as liaison with stakeholders and industry bodies.
• Participate in and act as liaison with pertinent Government Safety and Security structures at a local level.
• Develop capacity-building programmes and assist with development initiatives on applicable regulations within the industry.
• Act as liaison with relevant Law Enforcement agencies
• Provide industry feedback to SACAA

National Interest Programmes

• Plan and execute national Dangerous Goods programmes.
• Participate in activities of identified national Dangerous Goods structures, on behalf of SACAA.
• Maintain an efficient and effective Dangerous Goods Aviation Safety Oversight System

Research and Policy Development

• Conduct research on national and international trends and assist with the drafting of policy, regulations, and procedures related to Dangerous Goods.
• Initiate regulatory review and coordinate submission to the Senior Manager: Dangerous Goods and Cargo Security.
• Monitor risk trends and develop mitigation strategies, policy, regulations, and procedures related to Dangerous Goods

General

• Perform any other function for Dangerous Goods and Cargo Security Department when required.

Requirements

Minimum Qualification

• National Diploma or NQF Level 6 Qualification
• Dangerous Goods Group A (CAT 6) Certificate

Ideal Qualification

• Relevant NQF level 7 qualification or equivalent aviation safety qualification.
• Dangerous Goods and safety related certificates.

Experience

• 2 Years Dangerous Goods Instructor experience
• 5 Years Dangerous Good Environment experience

Closing date: 16 October 2024

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.

Senior Legal Advisor: General Legal Advisory Services

Reference Number

SA-268

Description

Provision of General Legal Support Service

• Drafting of board and Executive Committee submissions, draft monthly reports.
• Assisting the Senior Manager: Legal and Aviation in analysing exemptions and providing legal advice
• Serve and participate in SACAA Committees, safeguarding the interests of the Organisation.
• Perform any other function for Legal Department when delegated by the Senior Manager: Legal and Aviation Compliance.
• Provide any legal advice when assigned to do so

Drafting of Legal Opinions

• Research and draft accurate and legally correct legal opinions.
• Recommend the course of action to be taken. 

Litigation Process

• Research the legalities pertaining to the matter and ensure that SACAA is protected against any legal risk that may arise.
• Coordinate, provide assistance to monitor and guide the attorneys in litigation matters.

Drafting of Contracts

• Draft, vet, interpret and advise on contracts to ensure compliance and to protect the interests of SACAA.

Management of Direct Report

• Responsible for monitoring output on allocated tasks to ensure quality outputs and timeous delivery of service in line with Service Level Charter.

Requirements

EDUCATION

• B Proc or LLB; admitted as an Attorney or Advocate (successfully completed pupillage with a recognised association) 

IDEAL

• LLM Degree, Diploma in Legislative drafting, Contract Drafting or Constitutional Interpretation
• Legislative and/or Contract Drafting Diploma/Certificate

EXPERIENCE

• 5 Years experience as an Attorney or Advocate with relevant exposure to among others Interpretation of statutes, Admin Law and Commercial Law in General
• Post Admission experience 

Manager: Compensation and Benefits

Reference Number

SA-267

Description

Overall Purpose of the Job

To manage remuneration and benefits with the aim of attracting and retaining talented employees including payroll. This includes developing and implementing reward and benefits programs whilst ensuring maximum benefits realization for the organisation. 

Human Resources Policies and Procedures

• Review, develop and manage effective HR policies and procedures pertaining to payroll, remuneration and benefits.

Human Resources Systems and Processes

• Review, develop and manage effective HR systems and processes pertaining to payroll, remuneration and benefits.
• Ensure alignment of the HR systems with prevailing policies.

Payroll Administration

• Manage the payroll administration of the SACAA to ensure compliance with statutory legislation.
• Ensure integrity of payroll system.
• Maintain an HR information system to inform data intelligence services needed to facilitate decision making.
• Develop metrics for analysing data for purposes of producing statistical reports.
• Conduct monthly data quality assurance on payroll system such as recording leave captured in the system, updating organisational structure information etc and audits against Corporate HR reports.
• Ensure that an accurate statistical database of employees is maintained and available at all times.

Remuneration and Benefits

• Develop, implement and manage legal compliance, remuneration and benefits processes, systems, procedures and practices of the SACAA.
• Accountable for policy and benefit management and related education across the organisation.
• Undertaking benchmarking exercises and assignments in remuneration and benefits management practices, job evaluation and salary reviews.
• Develop and evolve the organisation’s pay scale and structure.
• Conduct benchmarks of Pay Scales in the market when necessary and make recommendations to the Executive HR.
• Ensure that the organisation’s pay scale complies with relevant laws and regulations.
• Oversee the distribution of pay to employees.
• Ensure employees are paid in line with the SACAA policies.

Client Liaison

• Provide the SACAA management and staff with the necessary assistance and advice regarding HR matters.
• Liaise with external clients.

People Management

• Ensure the appointment and retention of competent direct reports.
• Manage key performance areas of subordinates to ensure achievement of individual and Divisional objectives.
• Ensure the appointment and retention of competent reporting staff and the management of their key performance areas to achieve divisional objectives.
• Mentor, coach and develop staff.
• Motivate staff to achieve individual, Divisional and organisational goals.

Human Resources Records Management

• Oversee Human Resources records management.
• Collaborate with HR Operations to ensure employee and payroll data integrity.

Management of Reports

• Compiles monthly, quarterly, annual and adhoc reports.
• Partner with managers to help develop promotion and retention strategies for existing employees.
• Develop a departmental budget and keep operations within that budget.
• Oversee reports produced by compensation and payroll support team.

Requirements

Education

• Minimum

Relevant Bachelor’s degree (HR or Finance or related field) or equivalent

• Ideal

Relevant NQF level 8 equivalent

Experience

• Minimum

7 years’ payroll and employee benefits exposure

5 years’ management experience

• Ideal

7 years’ management experience in employee benefits

Good understanding of payroll systems

Remuneration and Benefits Training

Closing Date: 4 October 2024

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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All the best with your applications.