First Officer – Airbus A320

About the Company

Global Airways' Lithuanian operation provides ACMI services worldwide in an EASA-regulated environment. Seasonal operations include Turkey, Greece, Armenia, Moldova and Czechia, as well as South Africa. Typical rotations are six to eight weeks on, followed by three to four weeks off.

Role Overview

Global Airways is looking for experienced First Officers based in South Africa to join its Airbus A320 fleet, supporting contract operations across the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. This opportunity is with the European AOC; applicants who previously applied to Global Airways South Africa are welcome. Preference will be given to applicants already holding an Airbus type rating. Permanent employment, Flight Operations.

Suitably qualified South African pilots have two pathways into the EASA operation:

• Validation of an existing SACAA licence; or
• A customised training pathway to obtain the required EASA qualifications

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Captain in conducting safe, compliant and efficient flights in line with regulations and the Operations Manuals
• Complete flight preparation, review operational information and monitor aircraft performance and systems
• Apply SOPs and effective CRM, communicating clearly and contributing to sound decisions
• Respond to changing conditions, abnormal situations and emergencies per training and approved procedures
• Work closely with crew, operational teams and ground partners
• Complete flight documentation accurately and report safety concerns, incidents and defects through the appropriate channels

Requirements

• South African national based in South Africa
• Willing to undertake international contract rotations of up to eight weeks at a time
• Valid ICAO/EASA Class 1 medical certificate and English Language Proficiency Level 4 or higher
• Sound judgement, professionalism and strong commitment to safety
• Collaborative and adaptable to different operational and cultural environments
• A European passport is advantageous

Licences & Qualifications

Applicants must meet one of the following pathways:

First Officers holding an EASA CPL or ATPL

• At least 500 flight hours on turbojet aircraft or transport-category aeroplanes with MTOM over 10 tonnes or more than 19 passenger seats
• An EASA A320 type rating can be provided

First Officers who have passed all EASA ATPL theoretical examinations

• At least 500 flight hours on turbojet aircraft or transport-category aeroplanes with MTOM over 10 tonnes or more than 19 passenger seats
• An EASA A320 type rating and the applicable EASA ATPL licence check can be provided

First Officers seeking validation of a SACAA licence

• More than 1,500 flight hours on multi-pilot aeroplanes as Pilot-in-Command or Co-pilot
• An EASA A320 type rating can be provided

Additional Information

Your application should clearly set out your current licences, ratings and flight experience so the appropriate pathway can be assessed. Only applicants meeting the stated minimum requirements will be considered.