Inspector: Airports and Airlines (Western Cape) at Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA)

Description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To monitor the implementation of the National Aviation Security Program (NASP) and other related Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) in compliance with the  Civil Aviation Act, No. 13 of 2009
• To promote Aviation Security and strengthen the national aviation systems

OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES – INSPECTIONS AND AUDITS (RISK-BASED)

• Plan and execute inspections and audits following laid down ISO Procedures 
• Conduct oversight activities as assigned by the Manager, make appropriate recommendations and submit comprehensive reports
• Conduct inspections/ audits follow-ups to ensure that identified security gaps are closed
• Evaluate, validate and review security programs and manuals for Airport Operators, , Air Carriers, Air Navigation Service Providers, and Catering Service Providers
• Process applications for the designation of Officials for Aviation Security at the airports and airlines
• Participate in development and continuous improvement of functional procedures and quality management documents

ADMINISTRATION

• Perform job-related administrative tasks
• Create and maintain a database of allocated clients
• Create and maintain a database for non-compliances on the findings register
• Handle internal and external correspondence through the Manager
• Maintain the AVSEC Documents management system in line with the Records Management Procedure and personal information in compliance with the POPIA.

ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLIANCE

• Follow up on and evaluate corrective action plans.
• Initiate enforcement by alerting the manager of non-conformances, in line with the Enforcement procedure.
• Initiate enforcement action for cases of non-compliances meriting enforcement action in line with the Enforcement Procedure.

AMENDMENTS TO REGULATIONS

• Recommend to the Manager a review of regulations to address identified gaps in the security system.
• Participate in the process of amending legal instruments related to aviation security.

LIAISON AND CONSULTATION

• Monitor and observe Local Airport Security Committee meetings as and when assigned and provide feedback to SACAA through the Manager
• Attend to all requests and queries in line with the SACAA policies and procedures 
• Provide feedback on queries raised by operators.
• Participate in security awareness programs and SACAA initiatives.

Requirements

Minimum Qualification:

• National Diploma in Administration or Relevant NQF Level 6 qualification
• Basic Aviation Security certificates or other related certificates

Experience:

• 3 years Aviation Security or related experience

Closing Date: 03 October 2025