Chief Flight Instructor

Manage and co-ordinate all training for Marine Pilot Service.

• To ensure compliance with the SACAA regulations, the Transnet SOC LTD Training and Procedures manual as well as the Rotorcraft Flight Manual at all times when undertaking his/her duties as flight crew and/or helicopter instructor at all times.
• To ensure that he/she maintains a high standard and level of safety, to carry oneself in a disciplined and orderly manner as well as to maintain neat appearance at all times.
• Application of the Civil Aviation regulations as well as the National Ports Act No. 12 of 2005.
• Ensure uninterrupted operation of TNPA helicopter service to deliver high quality service and enhance port efficiency.
• The Commander of the aircraft for both Day and Night operations depending on line position.
• Ultimately responsible for the safety of the crew and passengers on board the aircraft as per SACAA CARs 91.02.7 and 91.02.8.
• To manage day time and night time flight crew during day and night operations in accordance with the SACAA regulations and TNPA SOP’s.
• Flight planning, preparation of aircraft to conduct day and night flights for the marine pilot service and Port related functions in accordance with TNPA requirements, standard operating procedures and policies.
• Undertake experiential training to meet the standards set by national and international aviat