A320 Type-Rated Pilot
Fly Jinnah, Pakistan's newest airline and a group company, is seeking skilled and experienced A320 Type-Rated Pilots to join its dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of a new airline on a fixed-term contract basis. The position is open exclusively to eligible foreign nationals.
Role Overview
The A320 Pilot is a key member of the flight crew, assisting the Captain in the safe and efficient operation of the aircraft. The role involves executing duties as either the 'Pilot Flying' or 'Pilot Monitoring' and collaborating closely with the Captain and ground teams to ensure smooth flight operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Operates as 'Pilot Flying' or 'Pilot Monitoring', actively assisting the Captain in managing flight deck workload and monitoring flight progress, system efficiency, and crew performance.
- Conducts all flights in strict adherence to the Airline's Operations Manual and prevailing regulations.
- Applies and continuously monitors procedures to ensure the safety and operational efficiency of the assigned aircraft.
- Coordinates thoroughly with the Captain and Dispatch Team before each flight regarding aircraft technical status, route planning, weather conditions, fuel requirements, weight and balance, and crew roles.
- Completes necessary flight-related checks, records, and documentation, including take-off data, fuel calculations, and ATS flight plans.
- Utilizes designated systems and forms for recording data, such as the log book and CFP, verifying calculated data and obtaining the Captain's signature.
- Supervises aircraft fuelling at stations lacking qualified personnel, verifying fuel type and ensuring proper distribution.
- Alerts the Captain immediately to any irregularities or unfavorable variables impacting safety, implements actions as instructed by the Captain, and assists the crew in responding to safety or security incidents.
- Undertakes ground-based duties, such as Safety Officer or Security Officer roles, as directed by the Head of Flight Operations and in accordance with the Airline’s Operations Manual Part A.
Required Experience and Skills
- A minimum of 500 hours of total flying experience is required. Experience flying the Airbus 320 is preferred.
- Previous experience with a low-cost airline is highly desirable.
- Possesses acceptable industry knowledge regarding aircraft systems and operating procedures.
- Demonstrates the necessary knowledge and exposure to assume delegated roles, including security or safety-related functions, in compliance with airline and civil aviation authority standards.
- Exposure to QA/Safety/Security/Audit procedures and practices relevant to Flight Operations.
Contract Details
- Contract Duration: A 15-month fixed-term contract, with potential for renewal upon mutual agreement.
- Contract Structure: Approximately 3 months dedicated to initial training, followed by 12 months of flying duties.
Compensation and Benefits
Fly Jinnah offers a competitive compensation package for this role:
Monthly Salary During Initial Training:
- During the Training period (Until the Final Line Check) you will be paid AED 12,853 (Equivalent of US$ 3,500) (Net Salary) per month (Pro-rated for the part of the month) plus Per diem.
Monthly Salary after Training / Final Line Check: (For Up to 60 Block hours in a month)
- AED 20,199 (Equivalent of US$ 5,500) / per month (Net Salary) plus Per Diem.
Flying pay above 60 block hours in a month:
- Every block hour above 60 block hours in a month will be paid @ AED 275 (Equivalent of US$ 75).
Per Diem:
- AED 184 (Equivalent of US$ 50) per day (On an average of US$ 1,500 per month), will be paid towards food and other miscellaneous expenses.
Accommodation:
- You will be provided with suitable hotel accommodation on a Bed & Breakfast basis at the base of operation and layover stations for the full duration of the contract. In addition, personal laundry at the Hotel – 4 pieces of clothes per day.
Transportation:
- You will be provided with suitable ground transportation from Accommodation to and from Airports/Office for all rostered flight duties.
Travel:
- The company shall arrange and pay for economy class tickets at the commencement and end of the contract along with up to 50 kilos of baggage allowance.
- Unlimited standby tickets on Air Arabia group network during the contract period.
- After completion of 6 months, you will be eligible for MYID travel benefits.
Uniforms / Laundry:
- You will be provided with uniforms and laundry service for the duration of the contract.
Roster & Day off:
- You are entitled to 30 calendar days of Annual Leave Vacation (ALV) per completed year of service (accruing at 2.5 days per month).
- Paid vacation is granted following the successful completion of initial training and Line Flying release in the UAE, as well as upon the start of regular rostered flying duties in Pakistan.
- Your paid vacation days will be combined with rostered OFF days each month, guaranteeing a minimum of seven consecutive free-of-duty days (Paid Vacation + OFF days) per month.