Aviation Compliance Auditor

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Bonus opportunities

Paid time off

Continuing education

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Aviation Compliance Auditor to join its team in a fully remote capacity. This role ensures operations meet national and international aviation regulations, plans and conducts audits, identifies non‑compliance, and recommends corrective actions to maintain safety and operational integrity.

Stay current with SACAA, ICAO and EASA requirements; perform risk‑based audits; document findings; and track corrective actions while reporting to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Law, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in aviation compliance, auditing, or regulatory affairs.
• In-depth knowledge of SACAA, ICAO, and EASA frameworks.
• Experience in risk-based audits and assessments.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote work environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and execute internal and external aviation compliance audits across departments.
• Assess adherence to aviation regulations, company policies, and best practices.
• Document audit findings, identify non-compliance issues and risks.
• Develop detailed audit reports and present findings to management.
• Track implementation of corrective actions and verify effectiveness.
• Stay current with changes in aviation regulations and standards.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Audit planning

Risk assessment

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Law, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and knowledgeable Aviation Compliance Auditor to join their team in a fully remote capacity. This role is essential for ensuring that all operations adhere to the stringent national and international aviation regulations. You will be responsible for planning and conducting comprehensive audits, identifying areas of non-compliance, and recommending corrective actions to maintain the highest safety and operational standards. This fully remote position allows you to leverage your expertise in regulatory frameworks to drive compliance initiatives across the organization, contributing significantly to its reputation for safety and operational integrity from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and execute internal and external aviation compliance audits across various operational departments.
• Assess adherence to aviation regulations, company policies, and industry best practices.
• Document audit findings accurately, identifying non-compliance issues and potential risks.
• Develop detailed audit reports and present findings and recommendations to management.
• Track the implementation of corrective actions and verify their effectiveness.
• Stay current with changes in aviation regulations and standards to ensure audit scope remains relevant.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aviation compliance, auditing, or regulatory affairs.
• In-depth knowledge of aviation regulatory frameworks (e.g., SACAA, ICAO, EASA).
• Experience in conducting risk-based audits and assessments.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work environment .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Support for continuing professional education and certifications.
• A fully remote role offering autonomy and flexibility to work from anywhere.