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First OfficerSouth African Airways

Aircraft: First OfficerLocation: Kempton ParkNon-type rated
Total Time1,500 hrs
PIC Time0 hrs
Multi-Engine200 hrs
South African Airways is looking for a First Officer to join their family. The role involves ensuring flight safety and performing duties as a Second-In-Command Pilot (P2) or Cruise Relief Pilot (P3). Requires a minimum of 1,500 flying hours, including 200 hours on multi-engine aircraft, and a valid South African ATPL or CPL.
Requirements
  • Matric Certificate / Grade 12 results / N3 or relevant tertiary qualifications (SAQA accredited)
  • Mathematics or Statistics 101 and English (D symbol on higher grade or C symbol on standard grade)
  • Physical Science or Computer Science (D symbol on higher grade or C symbol on standard grade)
  • Valid South African Airline Transport Pilot’s License, or a Commercial Pilot License having completed all the ground subjects for the ATPL (previously known as a Frozen ATPL)
  • A valid ATPL License must be obtained within 4 years from date of employment with SAA with a multi engine instrument rating
  • Valid Class 1 medical
  • Minimum of 1,500 flying hours
  • 200 hours on multi-engine aircraft
  • Be a South African citizen with a valid Passport
  • Expertise in the application of safety standards and safe operating practices
  • Detailed knowledge and understanding of national and international aviation regulations such as CAA, ICAO, IATA, FAA, and EASA
  • Demonstrate a firm understanding of international travel, international customs and practices etc.
  • Knowledge of all legal regulations for the piloting/aviation profession in the South African and international regulatory environment
  • Business communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Ability to inspire commitment
  • Able to deal with complex operational issues inherent in a fast moving environment
  • Ability to work under pressure (organisational resilience with change management focus)
  • Ability to pay attention to detail (meticulous)
  • Ability to collaborate proactively and maintain working relationships across professional and operational boundaries
  • Results driven
  • Ability to develop self and others
  • Judgement and decision making ability

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