Description

Responsible for the following:

• Safe operations.
• The control of operations and operational standards of all aeroplanes operated.
• The identification of operations coordination functions which impact on operational control.
• All legal documents are compliant with the SACAA regulation.

Oversee the following for operational efficiency:

• Schedules.
• Training programmes.
• Crew scheduling and rostering.
• Ensure that FlySafair operations are conducted in accordance with current regulations, standards and policies.
• Responsible for the actioning of any aeronautical information affecting the safety of the schedule.
• The dissemination of aeroplane safety information, both internal and external, in conjunction with the safety management system.
• Oversee the efficient management and control of slots.
• Oversee that the aircraft performance specifications are aligned to the routes and aerodromes;
• Oversee that the navigational department is efficient and that all scheduled flights are safe and optimised;
• Must be actively involved in any emergency that may affect operations;
• Responsible for formulating and implementing of policies and procedures;
• Ensure the preparation and verification of the department’s fixed expenses;
• Ensure that relevant feedback and reporting is provided to Executive Management;
• Responsible for the contents of the operator’s Relevant Operation Manuals;
• Responsible for all functional aspects of Safety, QA and company training departments;
• Drive on Time Performance (OTP);
• Formulate and implement all procedures required for supporting ground and flight operations;
• Responsible for all operational decisions during delay operations with the support of Managers;
• Oversight of the OCC activities during operations;
• Oversee the amendments and the regular revision of services in respect to all publications and documentations;
• Commission and analyse research and information from various sources to enable effective decision-making;
• Responsible for placing serviceable aircraft/s on the daily flight schedule;
• Formulate alternative courses of action as deemed necessary to address aircraft delays;
• Liaise with Maintenance Control Centre regarding serviceability and availability of aircrafts;
• Responsible for the International Flight Support system (IFS);
• Drive fuel efficiencies through process optimisation;
• AIMS optimization;
• Oversee and manage complex projects, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and timely completion;
• Ensure Resource Management System (RMS) implementation and efficient use of the system;
• Draw reports, analyse data, drive efficiencies and report on trends;
• Develop, build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders i.e. ACSA, ATNS, Boeing etc;
• Oversee and ensure that all 90-day legal documentations are completed in accordance with the FlySafair Operations Manual; –
• Ensure Operations follow and comply with current CAA regulations, airworthiness and safety standards;
• Responsible for regulatory CAA liaison, change of regulations and providing input to CARCOM;
• Responsible for the overall discipline, welfare and morale of the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent years of aviation management experience;
• Minimum of 10 years’ Aviation experience, of which, 5 years must be Managerial experience in the Operations Support function;
• In-depth knowledge of Operational Support and Flight Operations;
• Must have sound knowledge of CAA regulations and procedures (Essential);
• Knowledge of Air Traffic Control;
• General knowledge of NAV planning, route structures of ATNS, Airports and Aircraft performance;
• Knowledge of Part 121 operations;
• Effective management and delegation skills;
• Excellent Communication skills;
• Good presentation skills;
• Strong financial and business acumen;
• Complex problem solving;
• Strong decision-making;
• Ability to understand new issues quickly and make wise decisions;
• Ability to inspire confidence and create trust;
• Ability to work under pressure and plan personal workload effectively;
• Advanced Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint (Essential);
• Ability to manage conflict.

Personal Attributes:

• Strategic Orientation;
• Strong organizational skills;
• A team player that works constructively within a team to bring out the best traits of all;
• High degree of patience and assertiveness;
• Must enjoy a high level of change and diversity in the workplace;
• High integrity;
• Strong work ethic;
• Honest and trustworthy;
• Reliable.