Air Arabia | A320 Chief Pilot

About the Role

As a “Nominated Post Holder” by Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA), the job holder shall manage the “Flight Operations” standards requirements to ensure safe, reliable and efficient handling of Fly Jinnah flights in compliance with PCAA/ICAO/AOC regulations and the Airline’s objectives. Also, to ensure optimal utilization of resources and financial control through managing manpower, budget, systems, and contractual agreements with a focus on ”Legality”, “Safety and Security”, “On Time Performance - OTP”, and “Human Factors”.

Supports the management in achieving the strategic direction and development of the Flight Operations in Pakistan in line with the Airline’s standards; participates in the planning and decision making process for new initiatives, projects, policies and procedures related to operations. Defines the corresponding action plans and monitors performance accordingly.

Qualifications (Academic, training, languages)

• A320 Captain with TRE/TRI rating with valid Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) is a must for this role.
• Bachelor degree in Aeronautics/Management or equivalent from a recognized university is an advantage.
• Training in safety and emergency response is essential – a formal qualification is an advantage.
• Basic Airport, security procedures and regulations related training is a must.
• Training in IATA principles & standards relating to security and human factors, are highly desirable.
• Professional membership of associations related to the Aviation/Airlines industry is a plus.
• Proficient in Aircraft Systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• English Proficiency Level 5 and above required; other languages is a plus

Work Experience

• 10+ years of experience in Airlines industry, 8 years of which in the Flight Dispatch or Operations; must have 5 years at least leading the Flight Operations of a multinational mid-sized airline company.
• Prior experience as Post Holder in a commercial airline will be an advantage but not mandatory.
• Previous Management experience in Flight Operations , Training & Standards will be an advantage
• Comprehensive knowledge in IATA/ CAA/Airbus and Regulatory Bodies’ rules and regulations.
• Experienced in designing and implementing policies, procedures, manuals in line with standards and regulations.
• Hands on forecasting, budgeting, and monitoring performance KPIs of business initiatives in aviation.
• Exposure to Quality Assurance, Safety, and Security audit procedures and practices affecting Flight Operations.

About Fly Jinnah

Lakson Group, one of Pakistan's leading business conglomerates and Air Arabia Group, the Middle East & North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC)operator, have joint ventured to launch “Fly Jinnah”, Pakistan’s new Low-Cost Airline. Fly Jinnah will serve domestic and international routes from Pakistan and serve the strategic vision of Pakistan’s travel & tourism sector. It will contribute to the country’s economic growth and job creation, while providing Pakistanis with Safe , Reliable and Value for money air travel.