- Shall be head of the operations department and reports to the Accountable Manager.
- Direct, coordinate and control the flight operations and operations control departments so that their operations is conducted with overall efficiency.
- Develop the company’s operational policies.
- Responsible for all operational matters involving aircrew and aircraft movement.
- Establish operations structure with suitable delegated responsibilities.
- Responsible for overall security-safety and welfare of flights.
- Ensuring that the Company’s Operations comply with the requirements of the Current legislation and the Air Operator Certifications and Regulations.
- Periodic review of aircrew and operations staff establishment to ensure an adequate force of properly qualified personnel.
- Approval of company routes and airfields to be used.
- Responsible for welfare of operational staff under his control including flight crew.
- Ensure that all pilots, dispatchers and operation staff are adequately trained and current with valid licenses.
- Ensure that flight operations are carried out in compliance with approved company procedures and relevant regulations.
- A valid ATPL for the aircraft type (Cessna 208)
- A valid type rating for the aircraft (C208)
- A valid medical certificate
- A valid Radiotelephony
- A valid Instrument rating for ASETPA flight crew
- Valid recurrent and training
- At least 1000 hours - Total flight time
- At least 500 hours - Pilot in Command on type (C208)
- Experience in bush flying preferably Maasai Mara will be an added advantage.
- Strong flying and decision-making skills in remote and dynamic environments
- In-depth knowledge of aviation regulations and procedures (KCARs)
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Proven leadership and situational awareness in flight operations
- High level of technical proficiency with Cessna 208 systems
- Strong focus on safety, compliance, and customer service
- Adaptability to bush flying and off-strip conditions
- Attention to detail and problem-solving under pressure