Airworthiness Inspector : Aircraft Inspection (Centurion)

Civil Aviation Authority; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A national regulatory body is looking for an Airworthiness Inspector in Centurion. The role involves conducting aircraft inspections, ensuring compliance with airworthiness standards, and addressing stakeholder queries. Candidates should have a Grade 12 education, a trade certificate in Avionics, and at least 5 years of relevant experience in the aviation industry. This position supports aircraft safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of Grade 12 required.
• Trade Certificate and valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineering License in Avionics are mandatory.
• 5 years of experience in Aircraft Airworthiness or Aviation Regulatory environment required.

Responsibilities

• Complete allocated C of A / ATF inspection applications.
• Provide clients with feedback during tasks.
• Investigate possible violations of aviation regulations.
• Participate in aircraft review board activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Education

Grade 12

Trade Certificate in Avionics

National Technical Diploma

Job description

Job title: Airworthiness Inspector: Aircraft Inspection (Centurion)

Job Location: Gauteng, Centurion

Deadline: November 27, 2025

Site Visits and Inspections

• Completion of allocated C of A / ATF inspection applications as per approved procedure
• Provide clients with the required feedback during the completion of all tasks.
• Review AW records of TC and NTCA aircraft as per procedure during C of A, ATF and RLA Renewal process
• Address industry stakeholder problems / queries in an exemplary manner
• Use of the EBS system for completion of all tasks as assigned by M : AR & I
• Enforcement (Grounding) actions taken as sanctioned by Manager Aircraft Inspection & Registration
• Enforcement actions recommended to the Enforcement. Department to be inline as assigned by M : ARI
• Analyse and investigate significant defects discovered in aircraft and determine corrective action to be taken where airworthiness may be affected and correct any trends, where necessary.
• Monitor the implementation of the ADs and / or related SBs issued by the manufacturer (both foreign and domestic) to ensure air operator’s compliance to the continuing airworthiness of aeronautical products with an established procedure to avoid or correct service difficulties.
• Investigate possible violation of the regulations regarding airworthiness and take appropriate enforcement action, when necessary.
• Participate in aircraft review board activities.

Reports

• Report with recommendations on outcome of safety audits and inspections.
• Research, develop and propose specific standards to be applied in certification, airworthiness, and maintenance of aircraft.
• Issue special flight permits.
• Communication and Safety Promotion
• Address Industry stakeholder problems / queries in an exemplary manner.
• Provide Industry feedback to the Authority.
• Inculcate upon Industry stakeholders’ safety prerequisites and procedures.

Proposal and Revision of Standards

• Proactively research, develop and propose specific standards to be applied in airworthiness and maintenance of aircraft.

Requirements

EDUCATION

• Minimum: Grade 12
• Trade Certificate and a valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineers License in Avionics
• Ideal: National Technical Diploma

EXPERIENCE

• 5 years in Aircraft Airworthiness or Aviation Regulatory environment or Civil / Military Aviation experience

Closing Date

07 November 2025