Introduction

COLOSSAL AVIAPARTNER is a key player in the ground handling services sector, offering a wide range of services at key airports managed by the Airports Company of South Africa Limited (ACSA). These airports include O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, Cape Town International Airport, King Shaka International Airport in Durban, George Airport in the Western Cape, King Phalo Airport in East London Eastern Cape and Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport in Gqeberha Eastern Cape. Colossal Aviapartner’s service portfolio encompasses passenger handling, ramp handling, load control, airport technologies, training, and executive concierge services.

The company serves a diverse clientele of more than 28 major airlines, including renowned international carriers like Emirates, Etihad Airways, British Airways, Singapore Airlines, Air France, Ethiopian Airlines, and RwandAir.

Colossal Aviapartner’s capability to handle a variety of airline operations and customer needs across multiple airports in South Africa. Colossal Aviapartner is jointly owned and managed by Colossal Africa Group and Aviapartner, the latter being a leading ground handler in the European market renowned for providing top-tier aviation solutions.
Aviapartner’s affiliation with prominent industry organizations such as IGHC (IATA Ground Handling Council), GASA (Ground Services Austria), ACI (Airports Council International), and EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency) reflects its commitment to high standards and industry best practices.

In terms of quality management and operational standards, Colossal Aviapartner adheres to ISO (International Organization for Standardization), EMS (Environmental Management System), and OHSAS (Occupational Health and Safety Assessment Series) practices. These certifications underscore Colossal Aviapartner’s dedication to maintaining excellence in service delivery, safety, and environmental stewardship.

Colossal Aviapartner’s strategic partnerships, extensive service offerings, and adherence to global standards position it as a key player in the aviation ground handling industry, particularly within the South African and broader international aviation markets.

Duties & Responsibilities

_{MONITOR SAFETY COMPLIANCE AGAINST SLA’S AND ALL RELATIVE LEGISLATION AND POLICIES}

_{• Complete annual departmental / station audits.}

_{• Report audit findings on AP CAPAS QP system.}

_{• Create CARs on the AP CAPAS QA System}

_{• Monitor / audit corrective / preventative measures implementation.}

_{MONITOR QUALITY COMPLIANCE AGAINST SLA’S AND ALL RELATIVE LEGISLATION AND POLICIES}

_{• Monitor and Manage daily Quality / Safety Audits.}

_{• Monitor and manage quality audit reports.}

_{• Compile Monthly audit reports.}

_{• Submit monthly QA report to AP CAPAS Station GM and relevant management members.}

_{• Create CARs on the AP CAPAS QP System.}

_{• Monitor / audit corrective / preventative measures implementation.}

_{• Archive old file material.}

_{IDENTIFY ALL POTENTIAL HAZARDS AND RISKS}

_{• Complete scheduled annual station / departmental Hazard Identification and risk assessment.}

_{• Issue risk assessment report to department head / station management}

_{• Create CARs on the AP CAPAS QP System}

_{• Monitor / audit corrective / preventative measures implementation.}

_{INVESTIGATE ALL ACCIDENT AND INCIDENTS AND RECCOMEND CORRECTIVE AND PREVENTETIVE MEASURES}

_{• All accidents / Incident to be registered on AP CAPAS accident / incident register.}

_{• Issue notification of such accidents and incidents to all relevant parties.}

_{• Investigate such accidents / incidents and issue preliminary / final reports to station GMs for approval and distribution.}

_{• Discuss findings at station review meeting.}

_{• Monitor / audit corrective / preventative measures implementation.}

_{CREATE AN OPEN DOOR, POSITIVE SAFETY CULTURE.}

_{• Ensure and non-punitive safety and quality reporting structure as per the Company policy and procedures utilizing the Safety and quality structures.}

_{CREATE SAFETY, QUALITY AWARENESS THROUGH SAFETY CAMPAIGNS.}

_{• Drive a continuous safety awareness program based on the finding of investigations, risk assessments, identified hazards to create a safety awareness with all CAPAS Staff.}

_{ENFORCE SAFETY AND QUALITY COMPLIANCE}

_{• Daily compliance monitoring.}

_{• Non-conformances to be recorded and department heads notified.}

_{• Citation issued for non-conformance.}

_{• Notify the department heads of irregularities, Department head responsible for corrective action.}

_{REVIEW SAFETY AND QUALITY PROGRAMS ON AN ANNUAL BASIS WITH RECOMMENDATIONS.}

_{Review such programs in line with the company policy which and review shall include Executive and line Management.}

_{QUALITY CONTROL – ISAGO OPERATIONS MANUALS AND DOCUMENTS}

_{• Preparation and amendment of Operational Manuals}

_{• Preparation, amendment and formatting of company documents}

_{• Assist in the preparation and participate in all airline audits.}

_{• Meeting participation with any organization with which ISAGO will have any input – ACSA / Airlines / AOA}

_{IATA BOOK ORDERS}

_{Determine Annual requirements.}
_{Complete all appropriate documentation.}
_{Place orders with respective suppliers.}
_{Distribute books nationally.}

Desired Experience & Qualification

Safety qualification i.e. Degree, Diploma NOSA SAMTRAC
Relevant Safety related certification from Accredited Safety Institution, i.e., NOSA, DEKRA, LEXUS NEXUS,
Minimum Management experience 8 – 10 Years Aviation Management Experience
Communication skills; good management, technical written and verbal skills essential
Strong investigation and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to solve medium to complex problems.
Balanced individual and team player capacity.
Ability to interact with management.
and support teams
Ability to take ownership of problems.
Ability to perform tasks accurately and within schedule.
Willing to do training and have knowledge transfer capability.
Responsible and self-driven work ethic
Willingness to be available for after hour standby purposes.

Package & Remuneration

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