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Today DAC operates a growing fleet of aircraft comprised of de Havilland DHC-5 Buffalos, Dash 8 series 100, 200 300, Q400, Bombardier CL-600-2B19 (CRJ 200LR), Cessna Grand Caravans (EX model), and the Citation CJ4.
DAC Aviation has always tailored all of its operations to meet the demands of humanitarian and peacekeeping missions and to ensure that the highest level of safety is consistently upheld.
Having worked with numerous international organizations expecting the highest level of quality from its flight operator, DAC has placed much emphasis on providing a value added service that is both safe and reliable.
Our over 400 staff members make up a team of highly qualified professionals trained to work in the most challenging environments worldwide.
We have the following vacancies which we would like to fill with qualified individuals who wish to be part of our professional team.
Director of Flight Operations
Requirements:
An airline transport pilot license (ATPL)
Three year experience as pilot-in-command in commercial air transport operations of large aircraft
Must possess the ability to manage complex tasks associated with airline operations
A self motivated individual with very good communication skills
Extensive experience in an airline flight operations management role
A university degree in management or any other related field.
Job Description:
The Director of Flight Operations is responsible for safe and efficient overall operations of DAC Aviation (EA) Limited aircraft operating under the Air Operator’s Certificate issued by the authority and to promote safely awareness and to actively encourage open reporting and feedback.
He/she will be responsible for the following main functions:
1. Overall policy relating to the commercial direction, safety and efficiency of the company’s operation, relative to the requirements of the Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC) and the relevant legislation currently in force.
2. Defining and maintaining the highest standards of safety of company’s aircraft operations and maintaining the standard of operational efficiency for staff within the department.
3. Ensuring that the company’s operational policies and safety standards, as decided, are implemented and administered and that these policies are kept under review.
4. Liaising with the director general on all matters affecting the company’s AOC and flight operations.
5. Setting safety standards for all flight and cabin crew and operations staff through their respective managers and ensuring that the operations of the company are subject to periodic audits by the director of safety to ensure compliance with stated company policy, Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) requirements and legal requirements in sates which the airline operates or overflies.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineers, Avionics
Qualifications and experience
- Have category “R” (comm./nav) and “X” (electr/compass) Engineers license minimally
- Recent (within 2 years) appropriate training on the aircraft DAC operates.
- At least 5 years practical experience
- Be able and willing to obtain category “R” (pulse equipment) rating
Aircraft Maintenance Engineers, Mechanical
Qualifications and experience
- Have category “A” and “C” (gas turbine) Engineers license
- Have a minimum of five years experience on Bombardier Dash 8 series 100 to 300, Q400, CRJ and /or Cessna C208 Caravan, of which at least one year must be as certifying engineer
- Have received initial or recurrent type training within the last two (2) years
- Other aircraft type experience would be an added advantage
Captains CRJ
- Must have a valid ATPL
- Must have current instrument rating
- Must have minimum 4000 hours total time
- Must have 750 hours on type (CRJ)
- Must be current on type (CRJ)
- 1500 hours minimum on high performance aircraft (Turbo prop)
First Officers CRJ
- Must have CPL/IR (Commercial Pilots License/Instrument Rating)
- Must have 2000 hrs total time
- Must have 750 hrs total time as PIC
- Must have 300 hrs time on type and in similar type of operations
Captains (DHC-8)
- Must have a valid ATPL
- Must have current instrument rating
- Must have gas turbine engines experience
- Must have 4000 hours total time
- Must have 500 hours on type
- Must have a valid type rating on the above aircraft type
- Total PIC 1500 , PIC On type 350
Captain (Caravan)
- Must have a valid CPL
- Must have 1500 hours total time
- Must have 500 hours on type
- Must have a valid type rating on the above aircraft type
First Officer (Caravan)
- Must have a valid CPL
- Must have atleast 300 hours total time
- Must have a valid type rating on the aircraft type above.
Cabin Crew
- Level academic achievements with a mean grade of C+ and above
- Minimum height of 5.5 ft and maximum weight of 62 Kgs (ladies), minimum height of 5.7 and maximum weight of 70 Kgs (gentlemen)
- Experience in customer care service is desirable
- Must have a high standard of English and fluency in French (verbal, written and comprehension)
- All applicants must attach recent one passport size and one full size photograph
Deadline Date: 06/06/2014
How to Apply:
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may send their applications enclosing a CV, an application letter, copies of academic testimonials, names of three referees and a daytime telephone contact.
The application should be addressed to:
The Human Resources Manager,
DAC Aviation (EA) Limited,
P.O Box 44580 – 00100,
Nairobi
All applicants for the positions of Director Flight Operations, Pilots and Engineers MUST send a copy of their application to:
The Director General, KCAA,
P.O Box 30163, 00100
Nairobi
Please indicate the position you’re applying for on the envelope
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.. DAC Aviation (EA) Limited is an equal opportunity employer
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