A320 Type-Rated Pilot
About Fly Jinnah
Fly Jinnah, Pakistan's newest and most dynamic airline, presents an exceptional career opportunity for skilled aviation professionals. As a pioneering force in regional air travel, Fly Jinnah is committed to operational excellence and expanding its network with a modern fleet.
The Opportunity: A320 Type-Rated Pilot (Foreign Nationals)
Fly Jinnah is actively seeking experienced and highly qualified A320 Type-Rated Pilots to join its expanding team. This role offers the chance to contribute to the growth of Pakistan's aviation sector on a fixed-term contract basis.
Contract Specifications:
- This opportunity is exclusively open to eligible foreign nationals.
- The initial contract duration is a 15-month fixed period, with the potential for renewal upon mutual agreement.
- The contract structure includes approximately 3 months of initial training, followed by 12 months of active flying duties.
Key Responsibilities
The A320 Type-Rated Pilot will play a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant flight operations. Key responsibilities include:
- Serving as either the Pilot Flying or Pilot Monitoring, actively supporting the Captain in flight deck management, flight progress oversight, operational system efficiency, and monitoring the performance of other cockpit crew members.
- Conducting all flights strictly in accordance with the detailed provisions of the Airline’s Operations Manual and all applicable aviation regulations, consistently applying and monitoring procedures for safe and smooth aircraft operation.
- Coordinating comprehensively with the Captain and Dispatch Team before each flight to ensure all flight and cabin crew members are thoroughly prepared and briefed on crucial information, including aircraft technical status, route preferences, prevailing weather conditions, fuel requirements, aircraft weight, and crew role distribution.
- Executing essential checks, records, and documentation tasks assigned for conducted flights, such as calculating take-off data, determining fuel requirements, and completing ATS flight plans.
- Utilizing established systems and forms for data recording, including logbooks and flight plans (CFP), verifying calculated data against assumed figures, and securing the Captain’s endorsement.
- At stations lacking qualified ground personnel, verifying the correct fuel type and meticulously supervising the aircraft fuelling process, ensuring proper fuel distribution.
- Promptly alerting the Captain to any irregularities or unfavorable variables that could potentially compromise safety, applying necessary corrective actions as directed by the Captain, and assisting the crew in responding effectively to safety or security incidents.
- Undertaking additional ground-based assignments, such as Safety Officer or Security Officer roles, as directed by the Head of Flight Operations and in full compliance with Part A of the Airline’s Operations Manual.
Work Experience & Qualifications
Candidates for this critical role are expected to demonstrate a robust background and possess the following qualifications:
- A minimum of 500 hours of total flight time on multi-engine aircraft, with Airbus A320 type experience being highly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience within a low-cost airline environment is highly desirable.
- Possession of acceptable industry-standard knowledge regarding aircraft systems and operating procedures.
- Proven knowledge and experience necessary to undertake delegated roles, such as security or safety-related responsibilities, as mandated by the airline and relevant civil aviation authority standards.
- Direct exposure to Quality Assurance (QA), Safety, Security, and Audit procedures and practices that impact Flight Operations.
Compensation & Benefits
Fly Jinnah offers a competitive remuneration package designed to attract and retain top-tier talent:
Monthly Salary:
- During Initial Training (Until Final Line Check): AED 12,853 (equivalent to US$ 3,500) per month (net salary, pro-rated) plus per diem.
- After Training / Final Line Check (Up to 60 Block Hours/Month): AED 20,199 (equivalent to US$ 5,500) per month (net salary) plus per diem.
- Flying Pay Above 60 Block Hours/Month: Each block hour exceeding 60 per month will be compensated at AED 275 (equivalent to US$ 75).
Per Diem:
- A daily allowance of AED 184 (equivalent to US$ 50), averaging US$ 1,500 per month, will be provided to cover food and other miscellaneous expenses.
Accommodation:
- Suitable hotel accommodation on a Bed & Breakfast basis will be provided at the base of operation and layover stations for the entire contract duration. This includes personal laundry service (4 pieces per day) at the hotel.
Transportation:
- Ground transportation will be provided between accommodation and airports/office for all rostered flight duties.
Travel:
- Economy class tickets will be arranged and paid for by the company at the commencement and conclusion of the contract, including a 50 kg baggage allowance.
- Unlimited standby tickets on the Air Arabia Group network throughout the contract period.
- Eligibility for MYID travel benefits commences upon completion of 6 months of service.
Uniforms & Laundry:
- Uniforms and associated laundry services will be provided for the duration of the contract.
Roster & Annual Leave:
- Pilots are entitled to 30 calendar days of Annual Leave Vacation (ALV) for each 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, and upon the commencement of regular rostered flying duties in Pakistan.
- Paid vacation days will be strategically combined with rostered OFF days each month, ensuring a minimum of seven consecutive free-of-duty days (comprising Paid Vacation + OFF days) per month.