Aviation Operations Lead - Aerodrome & Safety (Hybrid)

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Bonus program

Career advancement

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Aerodrome Operations Officer to oversee Durban airport operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance in a hybrid work setup balancing on-site duties with remote planning.

The role requires strong leadership, ICAO knowledge, and airside safety expertise to coordinate with airlines, ATC, and ground handlers while driving continuous improvement and incident resolution.

Qualifications

• Aviation-related degree or diploma, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in airport or aerodrome operations.
• Sound knowledge of ICAO Annex 14, SA-CATS, and relevant aviation regulations.
• Experience in airport emergency planning and management.
• Strong understanding of airside safety management systems.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in airport operations software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage airside operations, including aircraft movements, parking, and taxiing.
• Coordinate with air traffic control, airlines, and ground handling agents to ensure smooth airport operations.
• Develop, implement, and enforce aerodrome operating procedures and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular inspections of airside infrastructure, including runways, taxiways, and aprons.
• Manage aerodrome licensing and certification requirements, ensuring compliance with national and international aviation standards.
• Develop and update emergency response plans and procedures, coordinating drills and training.
• Oversee runway and apron safety management, including debris removal and hazard identification.
• Prepare operational reports, analyze performance data, and recommend improvements.
• Respond to operational disruptions and manage incident resolution effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coordination

Decision making under pressure

Education

Aviation-related degree or diploma

Tools

Airport operations software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Aerodrome Operations Officer to oversee Durban airport operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance in a hybrid work setup balancing on-site duties with remote planning.

The role requires strong leadership, ICAO knowledge, and airside safety expertise to coordinate with airlines, ATC, and ground handlers while driving continuous improvement and incident resolution.