The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) is seeking qualified candidates to join its team in Centurion.
Location: Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
Closing Dates:
- Inspector: Air Traffic Services – 14 August 2025
- International Relations Trainee – 20 August 2025
These vacancies present an opportunity to work at the heart of aviation regulation in South Africa, contributing to international relations and air traffic oversight.
Post Title: Inspector: Air Traffic Services
Reference Number: SA-372
Job Type: Permanent
Level: Skilled
Salary: Market-related
Requirements:
- Grade 12
- Valid Air Traffic Control Licence with one of the following:
- Aerodrome and Approach (Procedural & Surveillance), or
- Aerodrome and Area (Procedural & Surveillance)
- Ideal: Instructor’s rating, Designated Examiner, or Internal Auditing Certificate
- Experience:
- 7 years in air traffic operations
- 2 years in aviation committees, regulation, auditing, or investigations (advantageous)
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct inspections of air traffic service providers
- Process approvals and certifications
- Manage documentation, records, reports, and SLAs
- Participate in safety promotion and industry feedback
- Liaise with national and international stakeholders
- Perform enforcement functions for regulatory non-compliance
Post Title: International Relations Trainee
Reference Number: SA-378
Job Type: Contract (1–2 years)
Level: Student/Graduate
Salary: Market-related
Minimum Requirements:
- National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in International Relations, Political Science, or related
- Ideal: Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7)
- 1 year experience in international relations
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in organising diplomatic events, international visits, and logistics
- Conduct research on global aviation policies and trends
- Support stakeholder coordination and protocol compliance
- Assist in the development of partnerships and international programmes
- Track correspondence and produce briefing materials
Important Notes:
- All appointments are subject to Section 98 of the Civil Aviation Act (Act 13 of 2009)
- Security vetting is mandatory for successful candidates
- Preference will be given to candidates in line with the SACAA Employment Equity Plan
- If you do not hear back within 90 days of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful