Pilot – Q400 Captain

Job description

Zambia Airways 2024 Limited is seeking a suitably qualified individual for the position of Pilot – Q400 Captain.

Position: Pilot – Q400 Captain
Category: Aviation
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: Negotiable
Phone: +260 950 692990

Job Purpose
The  Q400 Captain will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and professional operation of the Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 aircraft while ensuring compliance with all company policies, regulatory requirements, and operational standards.
Summary of Key Responsibilities:
Command and operate the Q400 aircraft safely and efficiently.
Ensure compliance with company procedures, aviation regulations, and standard operating procedures.
Lead and manage flight crew in maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.
Conduct pre-flight inspections, briefings, and flight planning activities.
Monitor weather conditions, NOTAMs, and operational requirements to support safe flight operations.
Make sound operational decisions during normal and emergency situations.
Maintain effective communication with Air Traffic Control, Flight Dispatch, Ground Operations, and Cabin Crew.
Ensure accurate completion of all required flight documentation and reports.
Promote a strong safety culture and exemplary customer service.
Primary Areas of Accountability:
Qualification and Experience
License – Active ATPL (Airline transport Pilot License) held – must be valid Zambian or ZCAA Validated
Instrument Rating (IR) –  Multi-Engine Instrument Rating (MEIR) valid.
Type Rating – On Q400 or any group 2 turbine aircraft (Turboprop)
Flight Experience – Total Time – Minimum 3000Hrs total flight hours
PIC on Multi-Engine Turbine – 1000 hours PIC on multi-engine turbine aircraft.
Medical Certificate – Unrestricted ICAO Class 1 Medical valid.
Language Proficiency – Minimum ICAO Level 4
Recency – Current on type or similar turboprop (2 engine) aircraft
Excellent decision-making, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Previous experience as a Line Training Captain, Instructor, Check Pilot, or Examiner.
Strong leadership and Crew Resource Management (CRM) skills.
Current and proficient on Q400 or a similar twin-engine turboprop aircraft.
Experience operating within African and regional airspace.
Knowledge of ZCAA regulations and ICAO standards
QUALIFIED &  EXPERIENCED  FEMALES  ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION
If you meet the hiring requirements for the position, please email your CV in MS Word and Cover Letter clearly stating your salary expectations to: jobs@bemconsult.com & Cc bemconsult8@gmail.com
Note that, all communications will be kept in the strictest of confidence. If you do not receive communication within 21 working days of the closing date of the advert, please consider your application unsuccessful.
DO NOT SEND CERTIFICATES AT THIS STAGE

How to Apply
If you meet the hiring requirements for the position, please email your CV in MS Word and cover letter clearly stating your salary expectations to: jobs@bemconsult.com and copy bemconsult8@gmail.com

Detailed job description: https://bemconsult.com/index.php?view=job_d&jobId=1052

Note: All communications will be kept in the strictest confidence. If you do not receive communication within 21 working days of the closing date of the advert, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Do not send certificates at this stage.