Experience

KISHUGU AVIATION

• South Africa
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Business Development Manager

  • Apr 2018 - Present

• Safety Manager

  • Jan 2020 - Present

• General Manager

  • Apr 2018 - Present


Kishugu
• South Africa
• Environmental Services
• 1 - 100 Employee
• General Manager Flight Operations

  • Mar 2018 - Present


Air-Tec Africa

• Quality Assurance Auditor

  • Nov 2015 - Apr 2018

  Assisting the Senior Quality Assurance Manager in maintaining the Quality Assurance System. Internal and External Audits, Corrective Actions. Traveling into Africa and various other countries to inspect and audit maintenance Satellite, line stations, operational bases and aircraft to ensure compliance with the organisations, client and regulatory requirements. Implementation, training of staff and crew on the Air Maestro Aviation Management System when it was introduced into Air-Tec. Performing IT Administrative duties in the Air Maestro Aviation Management System to ensure 100% functionality in the organisation. Writing and submission of all company manuals: - Flight Operations Manuals Part A-D - Quality Assurance Manual - AMO MOP - Maintenance Control Manual - MEL's - Air Maestro Training Manual - SMS Manual Show less



Air-Tec Global

• Mauritius
• Airlines and Aviation
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Quality Assurance Manager

  • Nov 2015 - Mar 2018

  Monitor compliance with, and the adequacy of the procedures required to ensure safe operational practises and airworthy aircraft as required by the South African Civil Aviation Regulations. Primary role is to verify, by monitoring activity in the fields of Flight Operations, Maintenance, Crew Training and Ground Operations, that the standards required by the Director of Civil Aviation, and other standards defined by Air-Tec are being carried out under the supervision of the nominated post holders. Having a dual function of being responsible for the establishment, implementation and maintenance of quality standards within Air-Tec. Responsible to ensure that the Quality Management System is properly established, implemented and maintained. The Quality Manager is: a. Suitably qualified and experienced; b. Have direct access to the Accountable Manager; c. Is a nominated Post holder as per the CAR; d. Have access to all parts of the Air-Tec facilities, Operations and all of its sub-contractors; e. Approved by the Department of Transport Licensing councils; f. Approved by the Director Civil Aviation Authority. Show less



BalmOral Central Contracts

• South Africa
• Airlines and Aviation
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director: Quality Assurance

  • Jun 2010 - Nov 2012

  Managing the Quality Assurance Department, establishing and monitoring the Quality Policies and practices at Balmoral. The department consisted of the Director Quality Assurance. Job Description: · Participates as a member of the Senior Management Team, in formulating and establishing policies and procedures. · Directs and manages the execution of all Quality Inspection activities and takes steps to prevent or correct discrepancies caused by improper/ineffective maintenance practices. · Develops and manages the Internal Quality Audit system including the master audit schedule. · Directs and manages the Approved Vendor program and Internal Evaluation program to include conducting audits on policies, procedure, program and, record. · Manages aircraft maintenance, modification and flight records; oversees and maintains all CAA and engineering documentation to include Company owned STC’s, Flight Manual Supplement, and Instructions for continued airworthiness, Repair Station Manual and Maintenance Manual Supplements. · Assures inspections and maintenance actions are performed according to specific technical guidance presented in the aircraft and system maintenance manuals, Repair Station Manual, engineering drawings and other technical publications. · Ensures compliance with procedures and practices required to maintain CAA Repair Stations certification. · Represents the Company during audits by the FAA, L-3 Corporate, Department of Defense and other audit programs. · Oversees the development and production of CAD assisted engineering and wiring drawings to document aircraft modifications · Performs other duties as assigned. Show less



Executive Turbine

• United States
• Airlines and Aviation

• Aviation Safety Manager

  • Jun 2009 - Feb 2010

  1. OVERALL PURPOSE Responsible for providing guidance and direction for the planning, implementation and operation of the organization’s safety management system (SMS). Reported directly to the Accountable Manager. 2. KEY ROLES Safety advocate • Demonstrates an excellent safety behaviour and attitude, follows regulatory practices and rules, recognizes and Promotes hazard reporting and ensures effective safety reporting. Leader • Models and promotes an organizational culture that fosters safety practices through effective leadership. Communicator • Acts as an information conduit to bring safety issues to the attention of management and to deliver safety information to the organization’s staff, contractors and stakeholders. • Provides and articulates information regarding safety issues within the organization. Developer • Assists in the continuous improvement of the hazard identification and safety risk assessment schemes and the organization’s SMS. Relationship builder • Builds and maintains an excellent working relationship with the organization’s Safety Action Group (SAG) and within the safety services office (SSO). Ambassador • Represents the organization on government, international organization and industry committees (e.g. ICAO,IATA, CAA, AIB, etc.). Analyst • Analyses technical data for trends related to hazards, events and occurrences. Process management • Effectively utilizes applicable processes and procedures to fulfill roles and responsibilities. • Investigates opportunities to increase the efficiency of processes. • Measures the effectiveness and seeks to continually improve the quality of processes. Show less



AQA - Aviation Quality Auditors

• Aviation Consultant

  • May 2009 - May 2009

  Consultation with various Aviation Operators, Aviation Training Organisations and Aircraft Maintenance Organisations. Drafting Operations, Quality, Safety, MCM Manuals and Aviation License Applications. Consultation with various Aviation Operators, Aviation Training Organisations and Aircraft Maintenance Organisations. Drafting Operations, Quality, Safety, MCM Manuals and Aviation License Applications.



Skyclass (Pty) Ltd

• Quality Assurance Manager, Air Safety Officer

  • Sep 2008 - Apr 2009

  Implemented Quality Assurance and Safety Systems into the Organisation. Drafted all associated manuals. Maintained QA and Safety throughout the organisation, Operational and Maintenance. Implemented Quality Assurance and Safety Systems into the Organisation. Drafted all associated manuals. Maintained QA and Safety throughout the organisation, Operational and Maintenance.



Civair t/a Flyredair.com

• Flight Operations Manager

  • May 2008 - Jul 2008

  Assistant to the Responsible Person Flight Operations in establishing a low cost international airline from Cape Town International Airport to Stansted International Airport in the United Kingdom. Drafting all associated manuals for approval with the relevant regulatory authorities. Establishing premises, contracts with various service providers. Recruitment of Operational Staff, as well as Cabin Crew, etc. Assistant to the Responsible Person Flight Operations in establishing a low cost international airline from Cape Town International Airport to Stansted International Airport in the United Kingdom. Drafting all associated manuals for approval with the relevant regulatory authorities. Establishing premises, contracts with various service providers. Recruitment of Operational Staff, as well as Cabin Crew, etc.



Tulca (Pty) Ltd t/a Mango Airlines

• Flight Operations Manager

  • Sep 2006 - Apr 2008

  Assistant to the Director of Flight Operations. Determining all flight operational standards and practices. Ensuring Flight Operations is conducted in accordance with SA CAR Part 91 and 121. Coordinating all matters relating to Flight Operational Standards, Regulations and Provisions. Ensuring exchange of information between Flight Operations and the following interfacing departments: Flight Safety Cabin Crew Engineering and Maintenance Flight Dispatch / OCC Human Resources Manufacturers Regulatory Agencies Show less



Equity Aviation Services (Pty) Ltd

• Operations Manager - Control Centre

  • Apr 2006 - Aug 2006

  Managing the Control Centre (Nerve Centre), Directing all Ground Handling aspects to clients. 24 Hour Operation Responsibilities Staff Rostering Client Requests and Complaints Allocation of assets and resources Expenditure reports Non-Scheduled and Scheduled airline, operators planning Managing the Control Centre (Nerve Centre), Directing all Ground Handling aspects to clients. 24 Hour Operation Responsibilities Staff Rostering Client Requests and Complaints Allocation of assets and resources Expenditure reports Non-Scheduled and Scheduled airline, operators planning



Global Aviation Operations (Pty) Ltd

• Flight Operations Manager

  • May 2005 - Mar 2006

  Assistant to the Responsible Person Flight Operations Aircraft Scheduling for Charter and Contract Operations Crew Rostering Crew Training Planning and execution Maintaining Crew Records, Recency Crew Travel Arrangements Expenditure Reports Management of Operational Staff Ground Handling Overflight and Landing Clearances Quotations Assistant to the Responsible Person Flight Operations Aircraft Scheduling for Charter and Contract Operations Crew Rostering Crew Training Planning and execution Maintaining Crew Records, Recency Crew Travel Arrangements Expenditure Reports Management of Operational Staff Ground Handling Overflight and Landing Clearances Quotations



King Air Services / King Air Charter (Pty) Ltd

• Quality Assurance Manager

  • May 2004 - Apr 2005

  Established and maintained the Quality Assurance System in the Charter, Contracts segment of the organisation. Established and maintained the Quality Assurance System in the Charter, Contracts segment of the organisation.



Million Air Charter / Sunair

• Operations Clerk / Rostering Clerk / Cabin Services

  • Aug 2001 - Mar 2004

  Dispatching of Scheduled and Non-Scheduled Flights. Pre-Flight Briefing of all crew. Flight Preparation (Paperwork) Liaison with ATSU regarding RPL and FPL's, Slots Catering orders Planning of charter and contracts Cockpit and Cabin Crew Rostering Assistant to the Responsible Person Flight Operations Aircraft Scheduling for Charter and Contract Operations Crew Rostering Crew Training Planning and execution Maintaining Crew Records, Recency Crew Travel Arrangements Expenditure Reports Management of Operational Staff Ground Handling Overflight and Landing Clearances Quotations Show less



Nationwide Airlines

• Airlines and Aviation
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Operations Clerk / Ramp Manager

  • Jun 1998 - Jul 2001

  Assistant to the Responsible Person Flight Operations Aircraft Scheduling for scheduled, Charter and Contract Operations Crew Rostering Crew Training Planning and execution Maintaining Crew Records, Recency Crew Travel Arrangements Expenditure Reports Management of Operational Staff Ground Handling Overflight and Landing Clearances Quotations Management of Apron Staff Ramp Safety Baggage handling and coordination Ramp Planning Managing asset and resource movements on the apron for efficient service delivery Vehicle maintenance planning Aircraft Tow and Pushback Airbridge Maneuvering Show less



AIR TRAFFIC AND NAVIGATION SERVICES COMPANY LTD

• South Africa
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Aeronautical Information Clerk

  • Jun 1996 - May 1998

  Filing of Flightplans Preparation of Pre-Flight Information Bulletins Amending PIB's, AIC's, AIP's etc. Managing the Southern Africa AFTN System (Ferranti) Managing the Southern Africa V-SAT Network Managing SITA Flight Planning Network Long Range Air Traffic Control (Johannesburg Oceanic) Clearance Delivery Filing of Flightplans Preparation of Pre-Flight Information Bulletins Amending PIB's, AIC's, AIP's etc. Managing the Southern Africa AFTN System (Ferranti) Managing the Southern Africa V-SAT Network Managing SITA Flight Planning Network Long Range Air Traffic Control (Johannesburg Oceanic) Clearance Delivery