ATO Inspector Pilot/FSTD (Gauteng) Jobs

Description

Licensing Standards and Regulations

• Handle licensing standards and regulations for all aircrew licenses.
• Oversee designated flight examiners.
• Approve and monitor examination centers.

CATS and CAR Development

• Develop and implement Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) and Civil Aviation Technical Standards (CATS) for Part 141 and Part 64.
• Ensure compliance with ICAO Annex 1 standards and recommended practices.

Operational Management

• Approve and audit all Part 141 certificate holders conducting aviation training according to the Master Surveillance Plan to check compliance.
• Qualify Flight Simulation Training Devices (FSTDs) under Part 60 and conduct audits as per the Master Surveillance Plan.
• Perform audits and inspections following SACAA procedures to verify compliance.
• Oversee activities of designated personnel.
• Make recommendations on safety management systems.
• Suggest enforcement actions for regulatory non-compliance.
• Prepare factual reports on audits and inspections of training organizations.
• Monitor and ensure corrective actions are implemented and closed within set time frames.
• Assist in approving and maintaining Training and Procedures Manuals.
• Support the Licensing Administration function, including assessing applications against legal requirements under Civil Aviation Regulations 2011 (Parts 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 68, 69, 71, and 101).
• Investigate deviations and recommend actions to the Director.
• Introduce control measures to help SACAA fulfill its safety and security oversight role.
• Update and revise documentation, checklists, and procedures to match regulations.
• Recommend approval, denial, or withdrawal of exemptions and special approvals.
• Provide support to the legal system on enforcement matters.

Communications and Safety Promotion

• Represent the SACAA professionally and positively to all stakeholders.
• Provide feedback from the industry to the Manager.

Industry Liaison and Client Service Standards

• Participate in workshops and conferences with industry to develop practical examination, testing, and training standards.
• Contribute to the oversight system to build a positive image of the SACAA.
• Liaise with industry to solve problems and share knowledge for better standards.
• Resolve customer issues while following regulations and internal policies.

Requirements

• Commercial Pilot License with ATPL subjects or Frozen ATPL with Grade II Instructor Rating, or equivalent SA Air Force Flight Instructor Rating Category B.
• 300 to 500 hours of flight instructor training experience.

Applicants must include a table showing all flight experience by day and night, including flight instructor experience. Also, indicate experience flown as pilot or flight instructor on aircraft class, model, or type.

Closing Date: 19 December 2025