G550 Captain (Hong Kong based)
About Jet Aviation:
Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form, evolving from one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, into a global leader with some 4,000 employees across approximately 50 locations worldwide. Offering services spanning Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Defence, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing, Jet Aviation is powered by a team of dedicated professionals who perfect the art of flight. These artisans of aviation bring the customer's journey to life, whether in the hangar, on the ground, or behind the scenes, enabling global flight with passion.
Jet Aviation is currently reinforcing its Flight Services team in Hong Kong and recruiting for a G550 Captain.
The Opportunity:
Jet Aviation invites a seasoned aviation professional to step into an exciting and rewarding role as a Captain, leading aircraft operations with precision and ensuring the highest standards of safety and service. As part of an elite team, the Captain will operate the G550 fleet, providing exceptional experiences for clients while staying ahead of the curve in flight safety and operational excellence. Reporting directly to the Director of Flight Operations, this role is at the forefront of delivering world-class aviation services.
If you are ready to take your career to new heights with a company that values expertise and commitment, Jet Aviation encourages you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
The G550 Captain will be responsible for:
- Ensuring the safety of all crew members, passengers, and cargo onboard.
- Complying with all operational procedures and checklists in accordance with the provisions of the Operations Manual (FOM).
- Ensuring all crew members occupy their designated stations prior to take-off, final approach, and landing.
- Prohibiting any crew member from performing activities during take-off, initial climb, final approach, and landing, except those duties required for the safe operation of the aircraft.
- Ensuring flight data and/or cockpit voice recorders are not disabled or erased, unless data must be conserved for incident or accident investigation and would otherwise be automatically erased.
- Coordinating work distribution within the flight crew to achieve maximum airmanship for the conduct of the flight.
- Ensuring precise navigation and observance of minimum altitudes.
- Observing the limitations of all aircraft systems and ensuring the proper use and handling of the aircraft.
- Enforcing the strict use of checklists.
- Ensuring the amount of usable fuel remaining is sufficient to proceed to an airport where a safe landing can be made, with final reserve fuel remaining.
- Maintaining close contact with the cabin crew to ensure all requirements concerning cabin safety are followed.
- Ensuring flight and technical logs are completed accurately.
- Filing written occurrence and accident reports if necessary.
- Maintaining familiarity with relevant aviation regulations, JBJH/JBJS operations manuals, and agreed aviation practices to fulfill the role effectively.
- Maintaining a high standard of discipline, conduct, and appearance as a representative of the company.
- Complying with the regulations contained in the Operations Manual (FOM) and the Air Navigation Order (ANO).
- Ensuring all passengers are briefed on the location of emergency exits and the location and use of relevant safety and emergency equipment.
Qualifications and Experience:
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A valid ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot License) with type rating for G550 (FAA, UK, or EASA).
- A minimum of 3,000 total flight hours, including at least 500 hours on G550 or similar jets.
- Experience as a Captain on a business jet is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of aircraft systems, aviation regulations, and safety protocols.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Experience in international flying and adverse weather conditions.
- A current medical certificate (Class 1).
Ready to Take Command?
Join a team where your expertise is valued, your leadership makes an impact, and your career can reach new heights. At Jet Aviation, the company offers not just a seat in the cockpit, but a place where professionalism, safety, and growth come together. If you are a seasoned Captain looking for a rewarding role with a dynamic and respected operator, Jet Aviation would like to hear from you.
Application Process:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application online with a cover letter and CV to take the next step in their career as a G550 Captain with Jet Aviation.