First nation airways nigeria limited job vacancies

First Nation Airways Nigeria

FirstNation Airways Nigeria Limited is a start-up airline with its headquarters in Lagos, Nigeria. The company was founded by former staff of now defunct Bellview Airlines and received its first two leased Airbus A320-200 aircraft (with an average age of 17.3 years) in early April 2011. First Nation Airways intends to offer domestic and regional scheduled passenger flights.

A good airline does not just deliver passengers to their destinations; it delivers complete customer satisfaction all the way from point of sales to arrival. At First Nation, we will deliver premium passenger service with our modern Airbus A320 and Boeing 767-300ER with strong processes and commitment to best industry practices.
We seek applications from thoroughbred professionals committed to safety and excellent customer service to fill the following positions:

1.) TRE / CAPTAINS (REF: FCR/0410)
REQUIREMENTS:
A320 or 8767 type rating with at least 1,500 recent hours on type and 5,000 hrs on jet; ICAO vaiid ATPL with current firstclass medical.

2.) FIRST OFFICERS (REF: FC/0910)
REQUIREMENTS:
A320 or 8767 type rating with at least 1,000 recent hours on type and a minimum of 1 ,500 hrs on jet; ICAO valid ATPL with current first class medical.

Limited positions exist for exceptionally good and experienced Pilots (only Nigerians ) currently not
type rated on either A320 or 8767 who may be type rated subject to terms. Captains without type rating shall have at least 2,000 recent hours of jet-glass Co*kpit experience, while First Officers will require at least 1,000 recent hours of jet-glass Co*kpit experience. Pilots who do not meet this requirement need not apply.

3.) LICENCED ENGINEERS (REF: FEN/2410)
We have positions in our Engineering department for experienced Engineers (Expatriate or
Nigerians) with NCAA licence, 81 & 82 or FAA/ICAO equivalent with considerable experience
Coupled with good work ethics and safety culture.

REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates shall have a minimum of three years experience on line or base maintenance, extensive knowledge of the A320 with CFM 56 power plants and or 8767 with GE-CF6-80 power plants. Ideal candidates must be passionate about their work and need not be residents of Nigeria.

Limited position exists for licenced Engineers not currently valid on A320 or 8767 who are under 40 years of age with at least five years experience on jet engines and Airframes. Successful candidates may be selected for manufacturer’s training on A320/8767 subject to terms. These Engineers must be University graduates in addition to being licenced Engineers.

4.) TRAINEE ENGINEERS (REF: FEN/2410)
We have limited positions for graduate Engineers with BSc. in Electrical, Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering field, with at least second class upper division and not above 30 years of age to join our Engineering Training programme.

5.) QUALITY MANAGER MAINTENANCE (REF:FQM/0610)
The ideal candidate must have University degree in the area relevant to the position, licence Engineer with at least ten years experience, 5 years of wich shall be in Quality Assurance department of an airline.

6.) QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTORS (REF:FQM/0610):
Quality is the art of maintaining a safe operation and we seek for experienced Quality Assurance Inspectors in both maintenance and flight operations. Candidates for Quality Assurance – maintenance shall be licenced Engineers with at least five years experience as Aircraft Maintenance Engineers in a good airline and at least 3 years experience, working in the Quality Assurance department of an airline.

Flight Operation Quality Inspectors shall be licenced Pilots, cabin crew or flight dispatchers with at least five years experience in the airline industry and three years in flight operations quality assurance. Use of FDA and ACARs will be an advantage.

7.) FLIGHT DISPATCHERS (REF: FDS/2010)
Are you an NCAA, FAA, EASA or ICAO licensed Flight Dispatcher with at least five years experience in flight dispatch? Are you familiar with electronic flight plan? Are you a professional in crew administration? If you qualify, you have a great career ahead of you at FirstNation.

8.) CABIN CREW (REF: FCR/0210)
You shouldn’t keep your love for flying to yourself when you have an opportunity to show it. Now you have a chance to be on top of the world if you are attractive, tall and smart.

REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates should be 1.8 meters tall, (male or female) healthy with at least a university degree in any discipline. Ability to speak French will be an advantage. Age: Applicants should not be above 25 years of age.

REMUNERATION
A competitive remuneration In addition to subsidized medical and travel await successful candidates.

APPLICATION DEADLINES
24TH MAY, 2011

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Candidates should apply in writing to:

The Admin Officer
FRN Recruitment
668 Opebi Road
IkeJa, Lagos