Senior Aviation Safety & Compliance Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement planning assistance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Aviation Safety and Compliance Manager for its Pretoria operations. This senior role leads the SMS and regulatory compliance across all activities, shaping safety culture and operational integrity.

You will conduct audits, manage risk assessments, investigate incidents, liaise with SACAA, and deliver training to personnel, with a focus on proactive improvement and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in aviation safety management and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to lead safety management programs and drive corrective actions.
• Strong knowledge of SACAA regulations and aviation standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the company's Safety Management System (SMS) in alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments to identify hazards and implement mitigations.
• Oversee compliance with SACAA regulations and aviation standards across operations.
• Investigate incidents and accidents, prepare reports, and recommend corrective actions.
• Promote a positive safety culture through training, communication, and engagement initiatives.
• Manage safety assurance processes and continuous monitoring for improvement.

Skills

Aviation safety

Regulatory compliance

SMS knowledge

Incident investigation

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Aviation management degree

Tools

SMS software

Reporting tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Aviation Safety and Compliance Manager for its Pretoria operations. This senior role leads the SMS and regulatory compliance across all activities, shaping safety culture and operational integrity.

You will conduct audits, manage risk assessments, investigate incidents, liaise with SACAA, and deliver training to personnel, with a focus on proactive improvement and stakeholder engagement.