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First Officer
Closing Date
Not specified
Reference Number
SAA231220-1
Job Title First Officer
Division Operations
Business Unit Flight Operations
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town / City Kempton Park
Job Purpose
South African Airways (SAA) wants you to join the SAA family as a First Officer.
As a First Officer, you will be expected to take all measures required for the safety of the flight, whether on the ground, or inflight, and be expected to perform the duties of a pilot for South African Airways as either a Second-In-Command Pilot (P2) or Cruise Relief Pilot (P3).
Principal Accountabilities
Documentation Requirements:
Matric results transcript
Aviation training records
A summary of all the types of aircraft flown and the number of hours flown in each type
Certified copies of the following: Matric Certificate; South African Identity Document / Passport, Academic transcripts; Last 3 pages of Pilot logbook; Pilot Logbook Summary, Pilot License; Class 1 Medical Certificate
CV
Preference will be given to female pilot applicants in accordance with SAA’s Pilot Employment Equity Plan.
Candidates will be expected to undergo pre-employment assessments which includes checks i.e. criminal, credit, reference, authentication of qualifications etc., simulator / written and psychometric tests.
Qualifications & Experience
Matric Certificate / Grade 12 results / N3 or relevant tertiary qualifications (SAQA accredited)
Compulsory subjects: Mathematics or Statistics 101 and English (D symbol on higher grade or C symbol on standard grade) coupled with one of the following: Physical Science or Computer Science (D symbol on higher grade or C symbol on standard grade)
Valid South African Airline Transport Pilot’s License, or a Commercial Pilot License having completed all the ground subjects for the ATPL (previously known as a Frozen ATPL). A valid ATPL License must be obtained within 4 years from date of employment with SAA with a multi engine instrument rating
Valid Class 1 medical
A minimum of 1,500 flying hours which includes 200 hours on multi-engine aircraft
Be a South African citizen with a valid Passport
Knowledge and Skills
Must have expertise in the application of safety standards and safe operating practices
Detailed knowledge and understanding of national and international aviation regulations such as CAA, ICAO, IATA, FAA, and EASA
Demonstrate a firm understanding of international travel, international customs and practices etc.
Knowledge of all legal regulations for the piloting/aviation profession in the South African and international regulatory environment
Business communication skills (verbal and written)
Attributes
Emotional intelligence
Ability to inspire commitment
Able to deal with complex operational issues inherent in a fast moving environment
Ability to work under pressure (organisational resilience with change management focus)
Ability to pay attention to detail (meticulous)
Ability to collaborate proactively and maintain working relationships across professional and operational boundaries
Results driven
Ability to develop self and others
Judgement and decision making ability
Additional Information
SAA will make use of an internal employee referral programme for all permanent vacancies advertised externally on the E-recruitment site. The normal advert and application process will still apply alongside the programme. Terms and conditions as published on MySAA apply.
SAA is using an online recruitment tool. Applicants are required to complete an individual registration profile capturing essential personal and career selection criteria. Applicants must please note that they only need to complete the online registration once and thereafter they can update their online profiles as and when necessary.
PLEASE NOTE: The onus are on applicants to ensure all mandatory fields are completed. Incomplete online profiles will be disqualified from the application process. Online profiles are used for screening and shortlisting purposes. A CV is only for verification and record keeping purposes. Applicants need to ensure that their online profiles are completed with correct and current information. Incomplete sections can disqualify applicants from the screening and selection process.
This applies to all internal and external applicants.
SYSTEM SUPPORT: CebileNkosi@flysaa.com
Specialist Pricing Analyst
Closing Date
2025/08/25
Reference Number
SAA250724-2
Job Title Specialist Pricing Analyst
Division Commercial
Business Unit Pricing and Revenue Management
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town / City Kempton Park
Job Purpose
The incumbent of this role executes and achieves the airline’s global pricing strategies through application of rigorous, constant, and in-depth evaluation, analysis and application of the airline’s price-competitive positioning.
With the aid of all available price management systems and tools, the Specialist Pricing Analyst must deliver and maintain competitive fares in designated markets and market segments in an efficient, accurate and timely manner and in support of pricing and inventory management strategies.
Principal Accountabilities
Assist in the development of the pricing strategy for the area, the pricing plans, actions, methodology and tactics for designated and key markets
Implement the approved revenue and pricing plans for the designated area to achieve revenue objectives for the area
Present recommendations for improving the pricing strategy and the competitive positioning of the Airline within the area
Implements Pricing strategy within area of responsibility
Recommends policies, processes, action plans and systems to support implementation of the strategy
Analyse cost drivers and provide recommendations on profitability of department
Support the management and control of budget in area of responsibility
Provide recommendations to actively support cost and headcount containment
Set and implement relevant and competitive fares, conditions and rules in all market segments for the designated area in line with the Airline’s Pricing strategy in strategically important markets/market segments
Validate, set, maintain and manage price levels to maximize the Airline’s revenue performance
Report to the Manager Pricing Strategy on actions taken in line with the Pricing strategy to ensure the airline’s optimal price positioning in strategically important markets
Monitor and present fare/condition movements in the market e.g. analysis of competitor activity and market dynamics
File relevant and competitive fares and conditions, i.e. Baggage/ Carrier Imposed Fees/ Voyager, etc.
Activate proactive and reactive pricing initiatives in a timely and accurate manner
Regularly perform fare/value validation, integrity and maintenance activities in all relevant pricing and revenue management systems
Constantly review effectiveness of pricing strategies and system parameters, ensuring best practice and optimal inventory outcomes
Coordinates with the Manager: Pricing Strategy and the Legal department to ensure that pricing initiatives, strategies and policies are in line with regulatory requirements (such as the Consumer Protection Act, The Competition Act)
Conduct and assist team with regular analysis of historical data and system parameters for accuracy and alignment with current trading conditions
Ensure close cooperation with inventory management and groups functions to ensure coordinated and optimal management of demand and revenue
Work on assigned pricing related project initiatives
Provide relevant, accurate and on-time reporting on revenue and pricing performance for the designated area
Utilises resources in area of responsibility to deliver accurate, competitive pricing, optimise results and collaborate with internal teams
Optimise technology to enhance internal and external customer expectations
Providing accurate system fares to SAA’s internal and external customers
Manage all daily tasks relating to fare quote request process and filing requirements
Implements processes to deliver customer value
Drives customer centricity within areas of control
Enforce Governance and Risk Management policies, processes and systems
Drive continuous optimisation programmes and initiatives
Engage in trend analysis, benchmarking, research, best practice to support optimisation of department
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders in designated markets
Provide relevant and accurate information on revenue performance and trading to internal stakeholder in designated markets
Participate in revenue performance and trading meetings
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Statistics or Business Studies at NQF level 7 and/or 5 – 7 years’ experience within Pricing/ Revenue Management
Airline industry experience essential
Knowledge and Skills
Strong financial knowledge
Data science methods, technologies and industry trends
Understanding of learning concepts and algorithms
Well developed and previously applied numerical skills
Ability to interpret, analyse, manipulate and present data and analysis thereof
Knowledge of Amadeus Reservations systems and Ticketing policies
Knowledge of Altea Sell / Inventory systems
Familiarity with Pricing systems beneficial (ATPCo, SITA, Sabre, AirPrice)
Understanding of Basic Fares Principles
Commercial acumen
Financial acumen
Analytical
Influencing skills
Collaboration skills
Presentation skills
Communication skills (written and verbal in English)
Negotiation skills
Project management
Data analysis
Attributes
Engages in crucial conversations
Manages projects
Facilitates change and innovation
Implements and aligns to vision
Delivers value
Values team diversity
Role models behaviours and values
Additional Information
SAA is using an online recruitment tool. Applicants are required to complete an individual registration profile capturing essential personal and career selection criteria. Applicants must please note that they only need to complete the online registration once and thereafter they can update their online profiles as and when necessary.
PLEASE NOTE: The onus are on applicants to ensure all mandatory fields are completed. Incomplete online profiles will be disqualified from the application process. Online profiles are used for screening and shortlisting purposes. A CV is only for verification and record keeping purposes. Applicants need to ensure that their online profiles are completed with correct and current information. Incomplete sections can disqualify applicants from the screening and selection process.
This applies to all internal and external applicants.
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