Tsholofelo Naledi

Strengthen Safety and Security Oversight System

• Develop, implement, and maintain the ICAO Safety Oversight System to ensure regulatory compliance across Air Navigation Service Providers at all licensed aerodromes.

Optimized Financial Sustainability

• Ensure cost-effective audits of meteorological services and inspections of meteorological equipment, aligning with travel policy and National Treasury guidelines to optimize financial sustainability while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Optimized Human Capital and drive a Performance Culture

• Conduct Performance Management System (PMS) self-assessments in alignment with HR set timelines.

Governance, Risk and Compliance

• Develop regulations and technical standards for approval by the Civil Aviation Regulations Committee (CARCOM).
• Develop and oversee the implementation of corrective action plans.
• Ensure the Meteorological (MET) department collaborates with QMS auditors and submits all required documentation to maintain quality assurance standard.

Stakeholder Management

• Represent the organization in the Advisory Committee for Aeronautical Meteorological Services (ACAMS) to assess stakeholder needs and satisfaction with meteorological services.
• Participate monthly in the Aerodrome Licensing Forum (ALF), providing input for the annual renewal of aerodrome licenses.
• Ensure the establishment and management of contracts, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and Letters of Agreements (LOAs) between stakeholders for the operation of meteorological equipment and the provision of meteorological services at licensed aerodromes.

• Conducted audits, inspections, and surveillance on Air Navigation Service Providers' operational systems to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and operational efficiency.
• Maintained the Quality Management System (QMS) within the Meteorological Authority office and addressed audit findings within specified timeframes.
• Assisted in the preparation of quarterly and annual reports, and managed the strategic and operational risk register for the department and organization.
• Compiled and submitted reports after audits and inspections in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Conducted AMO outcome- based assessments of Aeronautical Meteorological Observers (AMOs) in alignment with ICAO and WMO standards.

People, culture and values

• Led an award-winning team of eight,fostering teamwork and open communication to ensure motivation and alignment in delivering strategic objectives.
• Facilitated skills transfer and development through training, coaching, and mentorship,overseeing Personnel Development Plans (PDPs) implementation to enhance employee growth .
• Monitored employee well-being, providing support and referrals for professional assistance when necessary.

Observation Infrastructure and Data Quality Management

• Managed observation data availability and infrastructure uptime, ensuring compliance with ICAO Annex 3,WMO,and ISO 9001 standards
• Monitored and maintained meteorological and climate data quality control for the national climate database.
• Oversaw installation, periodic and reactive maintenance schedule of office observation infrastructure.

Administration, Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Developed and ensured the effective implementation of SOPs in compliance with ICAO Annex 3, WMO, and ISO 9001 standards.
• Monitored office performance through operational reports, conducted quarterly reviews against KPIs, and implemented corrective actions for performance gaps.
• Ensured office compliance with SAWS policies, including leave, performance management, disciplinary procedures, and occupational health and safety legislation.
• Identified infrastructure risks, updated the risk register, and implemented mitigation measures.
• Conducted quarterly business continuity plan (BCP) tests to validate backup functionality and ensure office readiness for disruptions.
• Managed and maintained SAWS buildings (weather offices, SAWS houses,radar rooms,hangars),contracts and lease renewals by tracking expiry dates on maintenance scheduler,and updating the regional manager.
• Maintained the SAWS TQM program by participating in audits and addressing findings within specified timeframes.
• Supported succession planning by executing tasks delegated by the regional manager.
• Managed office assets,including fleet,by updating asset register.
• Managed petty cash for cost -effective spending and ensured timely procurement of resources.
• Prepared and aligned office budget projections with the demand plan for submission to the regional manager.
• Compiled and submitted monthly office activity report (MRep) to the regional manager.

Stakeholder Management

• Built and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, delivering forecasts and warnings through the local disaster management committee and local radio station.
• Represented SAWS at public awareness campaigns including World Meteorological Day,career exhibitions,and annual events like NAMPO Agricultural Festival.
• Educated communities, government departments (Education,Agriculture),municipalities,learners,and educators on meteorological services and the importance of weather information in daily life.

• Led and supervised a team of tradesmen and meteorological technicians, providing technical oversight and performance assessments.
• Conducted and managed the maintenance and performance of meteorological infrastructure.
• Developed and implemented SOPs to ensure compliance with quality control and operational standards.
• Trained and mentored staff on equipment maintenance.
• Managed procurement and resource allocation to ensure timely availability of materials for operational needs.
• Conducted quality control on climate data to ensure accuracy,consistency and reliability.
• Participated in public engagement activities,including school visits and National Science Week exhibitions, to promote SAWS objectives.

• Supported meteorological forecasting by updating and archiving synoptic charts and participating in weather briefings.
• Performed surface weather observations and provided 7 day forecast to clients.
• Maintained meteorological equipment.
• Assisted in procurement process.
• Addressed system errors (ERROR Q for aviation meteorology).
• Performed climate data quality control .

Executed upper-air balloon soundings,surface weather observations, and performed quality control on climate data in extreme, remote environment, ensuring uninterrupted data collection.

Worked shifts and adapted to autonomous work in an isolated setting, demonstrating adaptability, resilience,problem -solving, and team work.

• Executed upper-air balloon soundings using a theodolite and radiosonde.
• Measured atmospheric ozone using Dobson spectrophotometer for climate monitoring and research.
• Performed Quality control on climate data to ensure integrity and reliability of data.
• Conducted maintenance on meteorological equipment (AWS,manual rainfall and upper air systems) while adhering to operational standards.
• Generated and reported surface observations (METAR,SPECI,SYNOP) supporting aviation safety and meteorological services.