CHIEF FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR (CFI)

CHIEF FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR (CFI)

Now it's your time to join our family Al Jazirah Aviation Club and the first Light Sport Aviation Club in the UAE to be approved by the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA). Sharing to the world great flying experience and requires a lot of smarts and skill. We're looking for the brightest and best to help us reach our goals and we'll also help you reach yours. Your success is our success as you grow stronger in your career. Join us and leave a legacy of your own, as a pioneer in both the company and the industry.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct flight inspections of the aircraft with students, emphasizing the importance of safety and adherence to checklists.
• Provide hands-on instruction during flight lessons, teaching maneuvers, procedures, and decision-making skills.
• Train students on how to handle emergency situations and develop the ability to make effective decisions under stress.
• Assist students in developing flight plans, including navigation, weather analysis, and fuel calculations.
• Instruct students how to use aircraft instruments.
• Regularly assess and evaluate the student's progress, providing constructive feedback on both strengths and areas that need improvement.
• Conduct post-flight debriefings to review the flight, discuss any issues, and reinforce learning objectives.
• Stay current with aviation regulations and ensure that students are aware of and comply with applicable rules and procedures.
• Prepare students for solo flights, check rides, and other milestones in the student's training.
• Keep students aware of developments in aviation and changes in regulations.
• Ensure that flight instructor certifications and ratings are current, meeting the regulatory requirements.
• Emphasize safety throughout training, promoting a safety culture that instills good habits in students.
• Teach students how to assess and manage risks in various flight scenarios.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to help students navigate their aviation careers.
• Customize teaching methods to suit the learning style and pace of individual students.
• Stay current with advancements in aviation technology and incorporate relevant tools into training.
• Clearly communicate instructions, concepts, and expectations to students, ensuring a thorough understanding.
• Be attentive to students' questions and concerns, fostering an open and supportive learning environment.
• Use flight simulators to enhance training and simulate various scenarios.
• Integrate scenario-based training to help students apply their knowledge and skills to real-world situations.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, flight hours, and required endorsements.
• Manage and coordinate flight schedules and ground instruction sessions with students.
• Develop positive relationships with students, addressing their concerns and providing encouragement.
• Exhibit professionalism in all interactions, serving as a representative of the flight school or training organization.
• Keep abreast of changes in aviation regulations and ensure that training practices align with the latest standards.
• Work collaboratively with other flight instructors, ground instructors, and staff to create a cohesive training environment.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Ab-initio flying instructional experience in a large ATO.
• Minimum 2000 Flight hours.
• GCAA or any ICAO Commercial Pilot License (CPL) or Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) with a Single Engine Class Rating.
• Flight Instructor Rating with Night and Instrument privileges.
• Class 1 Medical Certificate without restrictions.
• ICAO English Language Proficiency level 5 or greater.
• Exceptional instructional technique with an understanding of a broad range of teaching methodologies.
• Computer literate.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently.

Please make sure you attach the following documents to your online application:

• CV
• Passport
• CPL/ATPL License or Certificate
• Class 1 Medical Certificate with no limitations (except visual corrections)
• Last 3 pages of logbook
• ICAO English Language Proficiency Certificate
• No-incident/accident certificate issued by a Civil Aviation Authority
• License Verification Letter as required by the GCAA for License conversion

If you are not able to supply these documents at present, please note that you will be asked to present them upon joining Jazhirah Aviation Club.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Contract
Contract length: 36 months

Pay: From AED20,000.00 per month