ZIMEX Aviation is actively recruiting for the position of First Officer operating the DHC-6 Twin Otter. This recruitment drive specifically targets candidates who have already achieved a valid DHC-6 Type Rating or possess a minimum of 1,000 total flight hours. Applications from candidates not meeting these prerequisites will not be considered at this stage.
The successful candidate will integrate into a compact team, operating in highly demanding and often challenging environments, including high-risk countries. This role necessitates resilience, adaptability, and a proactive, solution-oriented approach to effectively manage unpredictable situations and diverse cultural contexts. The ability to maintain composure under pressure, adjust swiftly to evolving circumstances, and perform effectively both autonomously and collaboratively within a close-knit crew is paramount. Exceptional communication skills and a high degree of cultural sensitivity are indispensable for thriving in this dynamic and complex operational setting.
Established in 1969, ZIMEX Aviation has built a distinguished reputation for delivering specialized worldwide remote field operations. Headquartered in Switzerland, the ZIMEX Group operates under a Swiss Air Operator Certificate and benefits from its own integrated Maintenance Repair Facility and Aviation Training Organization. With a dedicated team of approximately 200 employees, ZIMEX operates and maintains a modern fleet of turboprop aircraft adhering to stringent European EASA Aviation Standards. ZIMEX is a trusted partner for major petroleum industry companies, international humanitarian organizations, governments, UN agencies, and express cargo and mail clients, recognized for its proven professionalism, extensive aviation expertise, efficient in-house spare parts logistics, an exemplary safety record, and high dispatch reliability.