About the Company
DC Aviation Al Futtaim (DCAF) has come a long way since its establishment in 2013 as the only integrated Hangar and VIP lounge facility in DWC. We offer services in Charter, FBO, Maintenance and Aircraft Management and strive to deliver excellence in all aspects of our business with our primary focus being to exceed customer expectations. Having obtained our AOC in 2015 our mission is to be the number one Business Aviation Company not only in UAE but also across the region. Being a Joint Venture of two strong conglomerates and also the first mover based in the newly developed Al-Maktoum International Airport, which is set to become the biggest airport in the region, puts us in the enviable position of setting the standard and leading the way for others to follow.
About the Role
The First Officer is the direct deputy of the commander and assumes the responsibility for aeroplane, crew and passenger during the absence of the commander.
Primary Duties:
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Execute the orders of the commander, support him in his decisions with all information available to him and submit his own thoughts and recommendations to the conduct of the flight. This requires him to pay close attention to the flight progress in order to be able to take over control anytime.
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Calculate the take-off data.
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Familiarise himself with the technical status of the aircraft.
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Compare the fuel quantity on board with the quantity designated on the OFP. The co-pilot shall draw the attention of the commander to all observed discrepancies, if these could have an impact on the regular progress of the flight.
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Shall acquire sufficient knowledge concerning the route and the aerodromes to be used.
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Participate in the crew briefing. Ensure that a flight- and weather briefing is conducted. Check the weather reports and evaluate the weather situation. Bear responsibility to familiarise himself with all documentation and information.
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Check that the required documentation is up to date and performs the required revisions in coordination with the commander.
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Review the OFP and ATS documents before they are signed by the commander.
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Ensure that all flight-documents are complete and available on board.
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Support and supplement the flight documentation (e.g. OFP, flight log) in co-operation with the other flight crew members.
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Assist the commander in completing the flight documents and forward the same.
Minimum Qualifications / Experience:
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Valid ICAO CPL/IFR (EASA/FAA preferred) and ATPL-theory completed
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Minimum total flight time 500 hrs
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Eligibility to work unrestricted in the European Union
Job-Specific Skills:
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Valid Type Rating Falcon 7X
All positions are full time contract, with permanent residency in Dubai. Applicants must be a permanent resident of Dubai or be willing to relocate. Please ensure you specify the role you are qualified for – only those with the required qualifications will be contacted.