ATPL Commercial Pilot — Lead Flight Ops & Safety

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Commercial Pilot to join a regional airline operating from Centurion, Gauteng. The successful candidate will fly a modern fleet, adhere to safety standards, and deliver reliable air transport across South Africa and beyond.

Required are a SACAA ATPL, 2000 total hours (1000 PIC), multi-engine and Instrument Rating, Class 1 Medical, and excellent English. Relocation to Centurion is supported; the position offers competitive pay, flight pay, and benefits.

Qualifications

• ATPL license issued by SACAA or equivalent.
• Minimum 2000 total flight hours with 1000 hours PIC.
• Multi-engine and Instrument Rating.
• Current Class 1 Medical Certificate.
• Strong English communication, both spoken and written.
• Clean aviation record and ability to pass background checks.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Centurion, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Command aircraft safely following flight plans and ATC instructions.
• Conduct pre-flight inspections and ensure airworthiness.
• Lead and coordinate flight crew and operations.
• Monitor instruments, navigation, and performance.
• Make critical decisions in adverse conditions.
• Ensure compliance with aviation regs and SOPs.
• Maintain accurate flight logs and report irregularities.
• Provide safe passenger service and safety focus.

Skills

CRM

Leadership

Decision making

Flight operations

Regulatory knowledge

English proficiency

Education

ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot License)

Class 1 Medical Certificate

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Commercial Pilot to join a regional airline operating from Centurion, Gauteng. The successful candidate will fly a modern fleet, adhere to safety standards, and deliver reliable air transport across South Africa and beyond.

Required are a SACAA ATPL, 2000 total hours (1000 PIC), multi-engine and Instrument Rating, Class 1 Medical, and excellent English. Relocation to Centurion is supported; the position offers competitive pay, flight pay, and benefits.