Production Controller

Job Reference Number: PROD_CNRL_HM Department: Heavy Mainntenance Business Unit: Industry: Aviation Job Type: Permanent Positions Available: 1 Salary: Market Related Safair Operations, operating as FlySafair has a vacancy for a Production Controller at our Head Office in Bonearo Park. The successful applicant will report to the Heavy Maintenance Manager. Job Description Review the planning of all inspections carried out in the Heavy Maintenance hangars; Estimate the maintenance downtime for Heavy Maintenance checks; Control the costing of all checks; Ensure that work packs are correct; Verify the accuracy of man-hours in work packs (both estimated and actual) and determine the necessary manpower; Optimise labour resources to consistently achieve a productivity rate of 75%; Ensure that scheduled spares and tools for checks are correct and available on time; Ensure the continuous availability of critical spares for C-checks in conjunction with Material Planners; Provide detailed daily updates and charts on the progress of checks; Monitor critical paths and plan accordingly; Conduct Survey and postmortem meetings to continuously improve check processes; Recommend AMS adjustments when working with Engineering and Planning; Coordinate the availability of major modules with Production and Logistics. Job Requirements Grade 12 or Equivalent (Essential); Aircraft trade (Advantageous); Must have 5 years' experience in aircraft production planning or maintenance environment (Essential); Must be willing to travel at short notice and extended period (Essential); Must be able to work shifts (Essential); Strong knowledge of SAM system; Thorough understanding of aviation regulations and safety standards; Thorough understanding of B737-800 Dimensions and areas; Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook); Good planning and organising skills; Good communication skills; Immaculate time keeping; Financial acumen. Personal Attributes: Professional; High integrity; Reliable and dependable; Must be able to perform under pressure; Team player; Adaptable; Solutions driven. Application Guideline: Email applications will not be accepted; Preference will be given to members of under-represented designated groups; Should no feedback be provided within two (2) weeks from the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful. FlySafair reserves the right: Not to proceed with this vacancy; To appoint the selected candidates based on its operational requirements. Closing Date: 22 September 2026