QA Auditor

Role overview

FlySafair is looking for a QA Auditor to support quality assurance activities within the aviation environment in Johannesburg. The position focuses on auditing, inspections, investigations, corrective action follow-up, reporting, and continuous improvement across relevant operational areas.

Key duties

• Carry out quality audits, investigations, and inspections in accordance with the Quality Assurance System.
• Document concerns or audit findings and collect supporting evidence.
• Review corrective action plans submitted by the audited department to confirm they are suitable.
• Check that root cause analysis properly addresses the findings.
• Escalate risks and findings through the appropriate reporting process, together with practical recommendations.
• Track and confirm that corrective actions are implemented within the required timelines.
• Support the ongoing maintenance of the IQSMS Quality Module.
• Work with SACAA and third-party auditors during inspections and audits covering AOC, AMO, DG, ATO, Simulator, and related areas.
• Assist with reviewing manuals prepared by process owners.
• Share quality-related updates periodically with Operational Training and Maintenance teams.
• Help coordinate applications for new routes.
• Participate in relevant meetings, including Quality Assurance forums.
• Assist in authorising and issuing company authorisations for the Technical department.
• Identify weaknesses in departmental quality control processes and suggest improvements.
• Take on additional tasks assigned by the Quality Manager.
• Stay current with industry developments and regulations, and continue building capability in the role.
• Help prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports on QA activity across the organisation.

Qualifications and experience

• Matric / Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification is required.
• Certification as a Quality Auditor and Lead Auditor, including Root Cause Analysis training, is essential.
• A Degree or Diploma in Quality Management is advantageous.
• Safety Management Systems training is advantageous.
• At least 5 years of experience in auditing and in implementing and maintaining a Quality Management System in aviation is essential.
• Experience should cover the scopes ORG, FLT, MNT, SEC, DSP, CAB, GRH, and CGO.
• IOSA Auditor status is required.
• Technical aviation experience is advantageous.
• Experience working with a Safety Management System is required.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, is required.
• Familiarity with applicable regulatory requirements and SACAA CARs and CATs is required.
• Knowledge of IOSA ISARPs and quality management principles in aviation is required.

Personal attributes

• Comfortable working to deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Analytical approach to work.
• Good problem-solving ability.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work professionally with auditees and team members.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• High ethical standards, with integrity and confidentiality during audits.
• Impartial and objective in approach.
• Able to work with minimal supervision, collaborate as part of a team, and take initiative.

Application notes

• Applications sent by email will not be accepted.
• Preference will be given to members of under-represented designated groups.
• If no response is received within 2 weeks after the closing date, the application should be treated as unsuccessful.

Employer rights

• The company reserves the right not to continue with the vacancy.
• Appointment will depend on operational requirements.

Closing date

31 March 2026.