Aviation Project Manager — Hybrid Role, Growth & Impact

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Medical aid, life insurance, and RET

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a results-oriented Aviation Project Manager to lead diverse projects in Polokwane. The role blends on-site leadership with remote planning, coordinating cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and PMP is a strong asset, with at least 6 years in aviation project management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years in project management within the aviation industry.
• PMP certification is a strong asset.
• Strong understanding of PM methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans with timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Manage project execution, monitor progress, and mitigate risks.
• Coordinate cross-functional project teams and foster collaboration.
• Communicate status, updates, and issues to stakeholders through reports.
• Ensure compliance with aviation standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Engineering

PMP certification (asset)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a results-oriented Aviation Project Manager to lead diverse projects in Polokwane. The role blends on-site leadership with remote planning, coordinating cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and PMP is a strong asset, with at least 6 years in aviation project management.