Chief Pilot | BE20 / B190D

Position Summary

The Fixed Wing Chief Pilot oversees flight standards and aviation safety across Starlite Aviation Group's fixed-wing operations. The position fulfills a designated post under South African Civil Aviation Authority Part 135 requirements and reports to the Flight Operations Manager.

Schedule

• Not Specified.

Responsibilities

• Maintain flying standards and the highest levels of aviation safety.
• Oversee pilot employment, scheduling, and qualifications.
• Maintain operational documentation and manuals.
• Appoint personnel to key operational positions.
• Coordinate effectively with other company departments.
• Develop, update, and advise on company policies.
• Lead meetings, presentations, and conflict-resolution activities.
• Support regulatory compliance and operational decision-making.

Requirements

• Rated on aircraft types operated by Starlite, including BE20 and B190D.
• More than five years of commercial aviation operations experience.
• Excellent knowledge of South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) regulations and processes.
• Strong previous experience in contract-based aviation operations.
• Demonstrated leadership, sound judgment, and calm decision-making.
• Ability to balance employee welfare with fair discipline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and across departments.
• Professional presentation and conduct.
• Strong knowledge of company policies and values.
• Ability to create, update, and advise on operational policies.
• Strong meeting facilitation, presentation, and conflict-management skills.
• Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, initiative, and innovative thinking.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with UN, EU, WFP, or similar organizations.
• Previous appointment as Senior Pilot, Chief Pilot, Crew Training Manager, or Chief Training Captain.
• Experience operating large jet or turboprop aircraft.
• Part 121 operational experience.
• Air ambulance experience.
• Military or police cooperative flight operations experience.

Benefits

• Not Specified.

Compensation

• Not Specified.