FlySafair | First Officer

FlySafair seeks a First Officer to join its team on a permanent basis. This mid-level position is based in Johannesburg (JHB) and supports operations across Durban (DBN), Hoedspruit (HLA), and Cape Town (CPT). The role involves ensuring the safe, timely, and compliant operation of Boeing commercial jets.

About the Role

The First Officer is responsible for monitoring flight paths and aircraft systems, navigation, and aircraft operation. This includes executing checks and procedures, managing checklists, cross-checking instruments, and communicating effectively with the Captain, crew, passengers, and service providers. The First Officer plays a crucial role in supporting the Captain, maintaining professional standards, upholding customer service, ensuring crew morale, and adhering to regulatory compliance. In the event of the Captain's incapacitation, the First Officer assumes command.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and timely flight operations.
• Monitor aircraft flight path and systems.
• Navigate and operate the aircraft.
• Complete pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checks and procedures.
• Communicate with internal departments, external service providers, and passengers.
• Comply with SACAA and international aviation laws, FlySafair policies, and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Uphold excellent customer service standards.
• Submit accurate legal and administrative documentation.
• Remain current with applicable laws and the Operations Manual.
• Carry out aircraft-type-specific procedures, limitations, and performance requirements.
• Maintain continuous monitoring of geographical position and terrain clearance.
• Provide advice and assistance to the Captain for safe and efficient flight.
• Assist with operational, administrative duties, crew discipline, conduct, appearance, and morale.
• Assume command if the Captain is incapacitated.
• Review planned routes, briefing sheets, forecasts, and aerodrome conditions before flight.
• Collaborate with the Captain on fuel selection, alternates, and flight restrictions.
• Perform or monitor normal, abnormal, and emergency checklists during flight.
• Cross-check flight instruments and report any deviations or hazardous situations.
• Conduct R/T communications as required.
• Complete post-flight procedures and submit relevant reports.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• SACAA Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL).
• Class 1 SACAA Medical certificate.
• SACAA ATPL (ICAO) is preferred.
• Minimum of 1,500 total flight hours.
• Minimum of 500 hours of multi-turbine time.
• Minimum of 500 hours of multi-engine time.
• Essential multi-crew experience.
• No existing medical conditions or criminal record.
• Willingness to sign applicable training bonds.
• Willingness to undergo a drug-and-alcohol test.
• Own transport and a valid RSA Driver's License.
• South African citizenship with proof of identity.
• Valid RSA Passport.
• Willingness to work irregular hours on a roster.
• Detailed knowledge of national aviation regulations (SACAA and ICAO).
• Knowledge of Doc 8186.
• Knowledge of Commercial and Airline Transport Pilot licensing content.
• Boeing type rating and experience on commercial jets over 20 tons are advantageous.