On-the-job (Ojt) - Training Instructors

**Job Purpose**:
To provide high quality, cost effective instruction and training for both regulatory and type, in order to maintain a high standard and safety orientated maintenance of South African Airways and third party aircraft in accordance with local and international airworthiness standards.

**Principal Accountabilities**:
To design and develop training programs and materials in order to meet SAAT and 3rd party
training needs:
Research the training requirements through needs analysis with SAAT and 3rd party customers.
Analyse findings, design training programs and develop training objectives and content.
Develop /compile training material, curriculum guides and instructional plans and obtain approval.
Update all training material as required by the manufacture and operator/s, review MOD’s, SB’s,
Regulations and procedures of course update.

To deliver training interventions (including 3rd party courses) in line with SAAT’s training
requirements.
Prepare for delivery of training in order to ensure efficient delivery of the course content.
Keep abreast with latest developments on Aircraft Systems and Technology to ensure relevance of
the training content.

Confirm all the logístical requirements for delivery of training (venue, materials, accommodation,
travel, etc.).
Liaise with simulator personnel to obtain Simulator operating instructions in order to conduct the
training session.
Deliver training and adapt learning resources / aids as per the specific outcomes and level of target
group.
Facilitate / conduct CBT session and video training sessions classroom courses.
Conduct course evaluations analyse and correct Competent / Not Yet Competent ratio and problem
questions found in exams and action as needed.
Arrange for the close-off of the contract job account number for billing of 3rd party customers for both
regulatory and type training.

To plan, organise and conduct assessments in order to measure learner competence.
Source / develop assessment in order to measure learner competence.
Conduct assessments, administer and record assessment results.
Participate in assessment validation sessions
Plan and conduct moderation of assessments.

To conduct Simulator sessions, ground runs and ground run checks
Design, co-ordinate and instruct engine ground run course per aircraft type for both SAAT and 3rd
party customers, locally and internationally.
Book simulator, conduct simulator sessions, complete flight simulator utilization and defect log after
simulator sessions.

To deliver training interventions (including 3rd party courses) in line with SAAT’s training
requirements.
Co-ordinate availability of aircraft or facility for field trips.
Conduct “On Job Training” as per “hands on” Training Log Sheets.
Oversee the completion of all relevant documentation.

To supervise the section’s human resource in line with SAAT’s HR policies and procedures.
Recruit staff per the section’s staffing demand (when required).
Identify the training needs of the section’s staff and oversee their development in order to ensure
and maintain competence.

Alignment of performance contracts with direct report in line with the Training department’s
objectives, conduct performance appraisals to measure productivity and meet objectives.
Initiate appropriate Labour Relation action within the section where necessary (when required).
Motivate employees and colleagues within the section to ensure high morale and improved
productivity,
Adhere to all HR policies, procedures, OHS and SMS.

**Qualifications & Experience**:
Grade 12 or equivalent
Trade test in appropriate trade / skill and part certification in appropriate area of expertise and
aircraft line and base maintenance type course (level 3)

OR

Appointed senior aviation instructor (technical) in appropriate trade / skill and aircraft type
course (level 3)

3. 5 years post apprenticeship experience

**Knowledge and Skills**:
Applicable regulatory requirements
Understanding of logístical procedures
Good financial skills
Good typing skills, computer literacy, MS Office, Internet usage
Knowledge of Civil Aviation Regulations
Project Management
Analytical Skills and Communication Skills
Information Processing

**Attributes**:
Demonstrate the SAA values: Customer Focus; Accountability; Integrity;
Safety; Excellence In Performance; Valuing Our People

Analytical Thinking
Conceptual Thinking
Information Seeking
Achievement Orientation
Initiative
Organisational Awareness
Impact and Influence
Teamwork and Cooperation
Customer Service Orientation
Integrity

**Additional Information**: