Heron Aviation | Captain

Captain, Citation Excel C56X (Faro, Portugal)

Heron Luftfahrt GmbH & Co. KG, a dynamic aviation company based in southern Germany, has been a proud operator of business jets since 2010. To strengthen its dedicated team, the company is seeking a qualified Captain.

This position is for a Captain on the Citation Excel C56X, based at the home location of Faro (LPFR). The aircraft typically operates around 350 flight hours per year, serving various charter clients and consistently returning to its designated home base.

Candidate Profile:

The successful candidate will possess:

• EASA ATPL and MCC certification.
• Valid EASA licenses and medical certificate.
• A mandatory C56X Citation Excel type rating.
• A minimum of 2,500 hours of jet flight experience.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English is essential; additional language skills are advantageous.
• The ability to relocate within a 60 km radius of Faro, Portugal, is required.

Desired Attributes:

Applicants should demonstrate:

• High degree of flexibility and resilience under pressure.
• Strong service orientation.
• A professional appearance and proven ability to interact effectively with discerning clientele.
• Reliability, precision, proactivity, discretion, and a collaborative team spirit.
• Excellent professional demeanor.

Why Join Heron Aviation:

Heron Aviation offers compelling reasons to join its team:

• Varied and engaging work within a compact, well-structured team environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A competitive salary package complemented by catering expense allowances.
• A manageable operational schedule averaging 230 working days per year, inclusive of training days.
• Flexible start date by arrangement.

Application Process:

Prospective candidates must be willing to relocate within the initial three months of employment or currently reside in the specified proximity to Faro. Please note that only complete applications meeting all search criteria will receive a response. A complete application package should include a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Copies of Licenses and Medical Certificate, and the most recent references. Interested individuals are invited to submit their comprehensive application with all required documentation via the company's website.