Our next recruitment round for the position of First Officer on the DHC-6 Twin Otter will focus on candidates who already meet one of the following criteria:
Valid DHC-6 Type Rating, or
Minimum of 1000 hours Total Time
At this stage, applications from candidates who do not meet one of these two requirements cannot be considered.
You will live and work within a small team in highly demanding and often challenging environments, including operations in high-risk countries. This role requires resilience, flexibility, and a solution-oriented mindset to navigate unpredictable situations and complex cultural differences. You must be able to remain calm under pressure, adapt quickly to changing circumstances, and work effectively both independently and as part of a close-knit team. Strong communication skills and cultural sensitivity are vital to succeed in this dynamic and sometimes difficult setting.
Minimum Requirements
Must either hold a valid DHC-6 Type Rating or have at least 1'000 total flight hours, including 70 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC).
Valid EASA (frozen) ATPL (A) license
Valid EASA Class 1 Medical
Valid EASA ME/IR rating
ICAO Language Proficiency English - Minimum Level 4
Advanced UPRT or have held an EASA-type rating on HPA or MPA
MCC or 500 hours on multi-crew operation
FI experience preferred
Covid-19 vaccination and Yellow fever certificate is mandatory for this position
Rotation: five weeks on, five weeks off (paid), subject to operational changes
Paid travel between home gateway airport and bases.
Paid flight medical and license revalidations
Paid accommodation and food while on duty
All work-related expenses paid
Career progression towards the left seat, training, or heavier aircraft (ATR)
Experience the adventurous and challenging side of aviation—operating in demanding environments and diverse cultures - while maintaining the highest standards of training and professionalism. The Zimex DHC6 fleet offers a unique and rewarding opportunity designed for pilots like you.