Amref Flying Doctors PC12 Captain Jobs in Kenya

Amref Flying Doctors PC12 Captain Jobs in Kenya


Main Purpose of Job

  • Responsible for operating AMREF Flying Doctors aircrafts for aero-medical missions and any other company flights with the highest safety standards in accordance with AMREF Flying Doctors operations manuals while upholding Kenya Civil Aviation Authority regulations and air rules in each country in which it operates.

    Principal Responsibilities

  • The Captain of an aircraft shall be responsible for the operations and safety of the aircraft and
    have the final authority as to the operation in accordance with Kenya Civil Aviation Regulations
    (KCARS).

    S/he shall;

  • Act as flight crew and team leader on AMREF Flying Doctors flights which include aeromedical evacuations, hospital, humanitarian, outreach flights; and any other approved company flights to the highest of safety standards;

  • Maintain a thorough knowledge of company Operations Manuals; the relevant parts of the
    KCARS, the Kenyan AIP and other KCAA promulgated Circulars, Directives and Notices; including familiarity with International air legislation, best aviation practices and standards.

  • Ensuring that the flight complies with all laws, rules and regulations of all authorities of each
    country in which it operates;

  • Complete statutory and company documentations associated with a flight.

  • Ensure sound knowledge and implementation of safety, security and emergency standards in all aircraft operations.

  • Function in a team environment with flight mission crew and other staff and assist with
    passenger/ patient care where practical.

  • Performing functional checks or maintenance test flights when required.

  • Assisting in matters related to flight operations including airfield database updating, flight planning and dispatch in the areas of operation.

  • Maintain familiarity with relevant Kenya air laws and International air legislation and agreed
    aviation practices and procedures.

  • Train and coach junior pilots in specific areas of experience.

  • Providing assistance to the medical crew during medical interventions as necessary

  • Assisting the Chief Pilot office in matters related to flight operations including safety
    and
    quality assurance activities.

  • Represent and uphold company values and positively promote the public profile of the
    company

  • And other secondary work-related duties as may be required.

    Required Qualifications

    • KCSE certificate or equivalent

    • A Kenyan citizen holding a valid Kenya Commercial Pilot License (CPL) with a multiengine instrument rating.

    • Have a minimum of 2000 hours; 1000 hours of which must be in command and with 200
    hours in command on Pilatus PC12 or Light twin-turbine engine aircraft.

    • Have experience in Eastern Africa flying into remote airstrips and understanding of local
    terrain and seasonal weather.

    • Possess good understanding of Kenya Civil Aviation Regulations (KCARS);

    • Have a good flight safety record and practical knowledge with planning and dispatch
    systems in an ad-hoc type commercial operation.

    • Experience in aviation operations management systems and safety or quality system is
    an added advantage.

    Skills and Competencies

    • Good communications skills with excellent written and oral skills

    • A strong team player with high degree of discipline

    • Dependable, demonstrate problem-solving and decision making skills,

    • Have attention to detail with a self-driven attitude

    • A professional pilot with good work ethics and integrity

    • Demonstrated ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision in highly dynamic environment.

    • Knowledge in ICT

    How to Apply

  • For more information and job application details, see; Amref Flying Doctors PC12 Captain Jobs in Kenya




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