South African Airways Technical (SAAT) Production Controller Vacancies – 4 Positions

Company: South African Airways Technical (SAAT)
Job Title: Production Controller (Technical Peak Season – Pool)
Location: Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa
Job Type: Fixed-Term Contract
Division: Operations
Business Unit: Projects
Number of Vacancies: 4
Reference Number: SAA261030-1
Closing Date: 6 November 2026
Salary: Not disclosed by the employer.

Job Overview

South African Airways Technical (SAAT) is inviting applications for four Production Controller positions under its Technical Peak Season Pool.

The successful candidates will support aircraft maintenance operations by coordinating and controlling materials, aircraft components, spare parts and maintenance documentation. The role involves monitoring repair progress, ensuring deadlines are met and maintaining accurate records during aircraft maintenance checks.

This opportunity is suited to experienced aviation technicians and qualified professionals with aircraft maintenance planning or production control experience.

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

Applicants must meet the following essential requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics and Science.
• Applicants must meet at least one of these experience and qualification routes:

Option 1:

• Certified aviation technician.
• Six years of certification experience in an aircraft maintenance environment.

Option 2:

• Qualified aviation technician.
• Ten years of experience.
• N6 or equivalent engineering diploma.

Option 3:

• Currently appointed Senior Planner.
• Six years of experience in Planning or Production Control with an aviation trade.

Advantageous Qualification:

• Project Management qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor aircraft maintenance materials and components.
• Ensure spare parts move through the repair cycle within required deadlines.
• Monitor unavailable and robbed spare parts.
• Coordinate with departments to resolve maintenance-related queries.
• Track task cards and components sent to different workshops.
• Monitor maintenance progress and report potential delays.
• Maintain accurate progress reports and update relevant systems.
• Verify aircraft maintenance documentation and task cards.
• Ensure aircraft logbooks and airframe hours are updated.
• Check that aircraft maintenance work packs are available.
• Coordinate activities such as aircraft cleaning, fumigation and defueling.
• Ensure all documentation used is current and up to date.

• Clover: Operator – Process
• Senior Administration Clerk
• Assistant Officer: General Administration
• Donation Testing Technologist
• Admin Controller (Technical)

Knowledge and Skills

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Knowledge of aviation maintenance programmes and regulations.
• Understanding of aircraft systems.
• Good knowledge of management information systems (MIS).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Planning and engineering maintenance knowledge.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Project management and data analysis skills.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure.

Job Location

Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa.

Salary and Benefits

SAAT has not disclosed the salary or benefits for this fixed-term contract position. Applicants should confirm remuneration details with the employer during the recruitment process.

Closing Date

6 November 2026

Late applications may not be considered.

Reference Number

SAA261030-1

How to Apply

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should apply through the official South African Airways Technical recruitment platform.

Visit the official SAAT careers website and search for Production Controller (Technical Peak Season – Pool) using reference number SAA261030-1.

Applicants should ensure that their qualifications, aviation experience and supporting documents are accurately provided during the application process.

Important Scam Warning

Applicants should be cautious of fraudulent job advertisements and individuals requesting money in exchange for employment.

South African Airways Technical applicants should never pay recruitment fees to secure a position.

Verification: Before submitting your application, visit the official South African Airways website and confirm that vacancy reference SAA261030-1 is listed on its authorised recruitment platform. Always use official employer application channels.