OVERALL, PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The Trainee will be afforded an opportunity to be trained and gather work experience to monitor the implementation of the National Aviation Security Program (NASP) and other related Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) in compliance with the ICAO SARPs
To promote Aviation Security and strengthen the national aviation systems
Oversight activities - Inspections and audits (risk-based)
Learn how inspections and audits are carried out.
Plan and execute inspections and audits following laid down ISO Procedures
Conduct oversight activities as assigned by the Manager, make appropriate recommendations and submit comprehensive reports
Conduct inspections/ audits follow-ups to ensure that identified security gaps are closed
Evaluate, validate and review security programs and manuals for Airport Operators, , Air Carriers, Air Navigation Service Providers, and Catering Service Providers
Process applications for the designation of Officials for Aviation Security at the airports and airlines
Participate in development and continuous improvement of functional procedures and quality management documents
Administration
Perform job-related administrative tasks
Create and maintain a database of allocated clients
Create and maintain a database for non-compliances on the findings register
Handle internal and external correspondence through the Manager
Maintain the AVSEC Documents management system in line with the Records Management Procedure and personal information in compliance with the POPIA.
Learn how SS001 and MOP is implemented
Read and understand inspection, approval and evaluation checklists for Airports and Airlines
Read and internalise in-brief and out-brief meetings checklists
Enforcement and Compliance
Learn enforcement process
Follow up on and evaluate Corrective Action Plans
Initiate enforcement by alerting the Manager of non-conformances, in line with the Enforcement procedure
Initiate enforcement action for cases of non-compliances meriting enforcement action in line with the Enforcement Procedure
Amendments to Regulations
Learn the regulation development process within the department.
Recommend to the Manager a review of regulations to address identified gaps in the security system
Participate in the process of amending legal instruments related to aviation security
Liaison and Consultation
Learn the importance of the Local Airport Security Committee.
Monitor and observe Local Airport Security Committee meetings as and when assigned and provide feedback to SACAA through the Manager
Attend to all requests and queries in line with the SACAA policies and procedures
Provide feedback on queries raised by operators
Participate in security awareness programs and SACAA initiatives
Minimum Requirements
National Diploma in Security or Relevant Equivalent qualification
Aviation Security Certificate
Added Advantage
Degree in Security or Risk Management or relevant equivalent degree
Minimum Experience
Minimum 2 years' experience in Aviation Security at an Airport, Air Carrier or ATS.
Closing Date: 13 July 2026
