KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversight
Verify and assess aviation obstacle applications submitted to the SACAA against ICAO SARPS, CARs and CATS.
Verify and assess proposed developments submitted to the SACAA against ICAO SARPS, CARs, CATS and international standards relating to obstacle management and control, before approval.
Verify and assess proposed alternative energy projects submitted to the SACAA against ICAO SARPS, CARs, CATS and international standards relating to obstacle management and control, before approval.
Request for additional information, where required
Forward the outcome of the assessments to the Data Coordinator.
Plan and execute obstacle inspections and audits on all aerodromes, and heliports to ensure that they comply with civil aviation regulations and technical standards
Audit the compliance level of personnel training at aerodromes
Compile findings report according to categories
Make recommendations to clients for corrective action and continuous improvement of operating standards.
Prepare findings and identify possible trends / high or consistent risk areas and propose interventions to improve Obstacle Limitation Surfaces
Propose promotional activities and/or Regulatory change where necessary
Propose amendment to Manual of Procedure and Technical guidance Manual, ISO procedures and forms
Administration
Perform general office administration 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 departmental Documents management relating to Obstacle Management
Complete the inspection checklist as per applicable regulation
Draft inspection reports and submit to the clients
Compile and submit reports on oversight findings
Facilitate the safekeeping and evaluation of aerodrome manuals and provide them to stakeholders when required
Enforcement
Conduct investigations to determine compliance with regulations
Perform follow-ups on all noted non-compliance incidents and cases investigated to ensure that appropriate corrective action, sanction or penalty is imposed
Compile reports of all major and severe findings for submission to the Enforcement Committee
Regulations Research and Development
Provide recommendations on issuance of aerodrome and heliports licenses based on inspections conducted, in full consultation with all role players.
Conduct research and make recommendations about applicable national and international requirements
Provide input to new proposals and amendments to legislation on SARPS and CARS through the Manager
Propose amendments to CARS/CATS to align with Annex 14 amendments and ICAO documents.
Propose and submit regulation review to CARCOM.
Liaison and Consultation
Participate in meetings relating to aviation obstacles, developments and alternative energy projects.
Assist in arranging, coordinating and present safety promotion activities, related to Aerodromes and Heliports
Liaise with various stakeholders in conducting oversight
Address Industry stakeholder problems/queries promptly and professionally
Provide Industry feedback to the Authority.
Inculcate upon Industry stakeholders the safety prerequisites and procedures
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education:
Grade 12
ICAO Annex 14 OLS Course
Diploma in Business Administration or Management or relevant equivalent qualification at NQF Level 6
Added Advantage
National Diploma in Surveying or GIS or Aerodrome Management or Aviation Safety qualification.
PANS-OPS Basic Flight Procedure Design Course
Experience:
2 Years' Obstacles Evaluation or Assessment experience