Inspector: Aeronautical Information Services (Centurion) Jobs

Description

Oversight

• Certify Aeronautical Information Service (AIS) providers according to Part 175 of the Civil Aviation Technical Standards (CATS) and Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs).
• Plan and conduct inspections and audits on AIS providers to ensure compliance with Annex 15 regulations, internal procedures, and technical standards.
• Prepare findings reports categorized appropriately.
• Monitor the implementation of corrective action plans and promote continuous improvement in operating standards.
• Follow up on findings and recommend enforcement actions when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with aerodrome safety management and procedure manuals.

Aeronautical

• Ensure compliance with Centralized Aeronautical Database (CAD) processes.

Information/Data Management Oversight

• Receive, verify, approve, and maintain aeronautical information and data for publication in the Centralized Aviation Database.
• Oversee the publication of aeronautical information and data to support the safety and regularity of air navigation services.
• Process applications for flexible use of airspace.
• Coordinate with data providers to supply aeronautical information.
• Handle applications for ICAO Radio Telephony call signs and ICAO Location Indicators.
• Monitor adherence to the AIRAC (Aeronautical Information Regulation and Control) schedule.
• Ensure compliance with ICAO Annex 15 and related ICAO document standards.

Planning and Administration

• Plan inspections, audits, and surveillance activities for Aeronautical Information Management (AIM).
• Ensure inspection reports are complete and provide appropriate recommendations.
• Perform general office administration tasks, including secure record-keeping.
• Maintain a database of certified AIS service providers.
• Keep a database of non-compliances in the findings register.
• Manage internal and external correspondence through the Manager.
• Maintain departmental documents related to AIS oversight.
• Complete inspection checklists as per applicable regulations.
• Draft and submit inspection reports to clients.
• Compile and submit reports on oversight findings.
• Evaluate manuals to confirm they meet required standards.
• Propose updates to the Manual of Procedure, Technical Guidance Manual, ISO procedures, and applicable forms.

Regulations Research and Development

• Conduct research and recommend national and international requirements.
• Provide input on new proposals and amendments to legislation on Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) and CARs through the Manager.
• Propose amendments to CARs/CATS to align with Annex 15 updates and ICAO documents.
• Submit regulation reviews to the Civil Aviation Regulations Committee (CARCO).

Quality Management

• Ensure compliance with ICAO and ISO standards in Aeronautical Information Management operations.
• Maintain compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS).

Liaison

• Coordinate with stakeholders on AIM functions and provide input at Air Traffic Management (ATM) forums as needed.
• Offer consultation on AIM matters.
• Monitor client satisfaction with services and evolving needs.
• Ensure Service Level Agreements are in place between data providers and AIS service providers.

Enforcement

• Conduct investigations to verify regulatory compliance.
• Follow up on non-compliance incidents to ensure corrective actions, sanctions, or penalties are applied.
• Compile reports on major and severe findings for the Enforcement Committee.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 with an ICAO-recognized AIS course or qualification.

Ideal Qualification

• Advanced AIS Course.

Experience

• 3 – 5 years of AIS operational working experience.

Closing Date: 19 December 2025

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) application portal.