South African Airways Interview Questions
& Process
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South African Airways
Apprentice
Intern Average Positive experience Decline offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process took about 15 to 20 minutes. There were three interviewers, and they asked different types of questions. It started with normal interview questions and then went deep into technical questions.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you tell me about the tools you use in your chosen trade?
South African Airways
Credit Controller
Mid Average Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Take home Panel Recruiter call Offer
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
Started with written tests, the questions were specific to the job. Then there was a panel interview followed by selection. The panel included 3 people: one from HR, the role Manager, and a Supervisor. They conducted 2 rounds of interviews for the shortlisted candidates.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What feedback would your former colleagues give about you?
South African Airways
Sales Executive
Mid Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Presentation Recruiter call Panel
Interview formats
Presentation Behavioral Other
The interview process was great, with clear direction and an open approach. It didn't involve too many steps. A presentation task was pre-assigned. I had the chance to meet several team members and a lot of the hiring team, who were very open to answering my questions about the company culture and environment.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Do you have contacts in the industry?
South African Airways
Sales and Reservations
Entry Difficult Positive experience Accept offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
The process was reliable, with integrity, realistic and transparent, handled very professionally, ensuring merit takes advantage. They were willing to offer detailed explanations on what the position would entail, and positive and negative aspects were discussed and negotiated on.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Are there any process-relevant questions that are industry relevant?
South African Airways Interview Questions
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“Do you have contacts in the industry?”
Read reports →“How would you support a colleague facing challenges?”
Read reports →“Could you describe the sales strategy you would implement in this market?”
Read reports →“Can you tell me about the tools you use in your chosen trade?”
Read reports →“Are there any process-relevant questions that are industry relevant?”
Read report →“What feedback would your former colleagues give about you?”
Read report →“Tell me about how you handle stress.”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 7 South African Airways interview reports.