Aviation Project Manager

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

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Aviation Project Manager for our client in Benoni. This hybrid role combines on-site project oversight with remote coordination to drive aviation projects from upgrades to new technology implementations.

You will lead stakeholder engagement, assess risks, allocate resources, and guide cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results on schedule and within budget.

Qualifications

• Experience leading aviation projects or programs.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (PMBOK/PRINCE2 Agile) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead diverse aviation projects from initiation to delivery.
• Manage stakeholders, risks, and resources to ensure on-time, on-budget outcomes.
• Oversee planning, reporting, and virtual collaboration with dispersed teams.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Project management

Resource allocation

Team leadership

Aviation industry knowledge

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking company in the aviation technology space, is seeking an experienced Aviation Project Manager for their Benoni operations. This hybrid role offers a blend of on‑site project oversight and remote coordination. You will lead diverse aviation projects, from system upgrades to new technology implementations, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Responsibilities include stakeholder management, risk assessment, resource allocation, and team leadership. The hybrid nature of this role allows for effective management of project teams and on‑site activities, while also leveraging remote tools for planning, reporting, and virtual collaboration with dispersed teams or stakeholders. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership qualities, a deep understanding of project management methodologies, and extensive experience within the aviation industry. Contribute to impactful aviation advancements.