AOC Accountable Manager — Aviation Ops Leader

SAF Aerogroup; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Starlite Aviation Operations (Pty) Ltd in Durban seeks an experienced AOC Accountable Manager to oversee the operational activities of its international and domestic air licence operations. You will provide executive leadership across helicopter, fixed-wing and RPAS operations, ensuring safety, compliance and strategic success.

The role requires eight years plus in senior management within civil aviation, strong leadership, and a track record of delivering regulatory compliance and operational

Qualifications

• Pilot CPL with aviation regulatory knowledge.
• Business management degree or diploma.
• Safety and quality assurance certification.
• 8+ years senior management in civil aviation.
• Experience in flight operations, maintenance, safety or quality management.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership to the AOC organisation and create structure, resources, systems and controls to achieve objectives.
• Define strategy, objectives and goals; monitor aviation industry trends, opportunities and threats.
• Embed Quality, Safety, Health and Environmental considerations in decisions.
• Develop and implement effective systems and controls across AOC areas.
• Ensure SACAA regulatory compliance and operational approvals.
• Advise on fleet planning and related business decisions.
• Maintain capability to sustain aviation approvals and accreditations.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance efficiency and competitiveness.
• Oversee operations to be safe, compliant and aligned with company requirements.
• Liaise with customers, contractors, SACAA and agencies; manage supplier relationships.
• Travel regularly to bases, locally and internationally.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Administration & organisation

Microsoft Office

Stakeholder management

English proficiency

Education

Pilot Licence – CPL

Business Management Diploma or Degree

Safety and Quality Assurance certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Starlite Aviation Operations (Pty) Ltd in Durban seeks an experienced AOC Accountable Manager to oversee the operational activities of its international and domestic air licence operations. You will provide executive leadership across helicopter, fixed-wing and RPAS operations, ensuring safety, compliance and strategic success.

The role requires eight years plus in senior management within civil aviation, strong leadership, and a track record of delivering regulatory compliance and operational