African Aviation Jobs: Fly540 Ghana embarks on a massive recruitment exercise

Fly540 is going full steam ahead with its vision to establish a Pan Africa presence. Shortly after launching Fly540 Angola, the airline is right on schedule to the launch of Fly540 Ghana to open a West African hub.
The airline has embarked on a massive recruitment exercise for the following positions:

The deadline for application is 6th June 2011.

ATR-72/500 Captains (REF CAPT2011)
Job Description
Fly540 Ghana is currently seeking the following inspired individuals: Responsible for the safe, efficient operation of an aircraft in compliance with Fly540 Operations Manual. GCAA & ICAO regulations

Required Skills or Experience

Must have a minimum of 3000 hours total flying time on commercial aircraft's
A minimum of 1000 hours of flying time on turbine powered aircraft's (over 20 tonnes) and minimum of 500 hours of flying time on similar types such as DASH 8 or SAAB 340
Valid class 1 medical certificate. Must hold a valid ICAO ATPL. English language fluency (written and verbal comprehension): ICAO English level (5 or above)
Experience commensurate with age. Type rating would be advantageous

Cabin Crew (REF CC2011)

Fly540 Ghana is currently seeking the following inspired individuals:
Description
Oversees the safe operation and regulatory requirements of all in-flight services related to the aircraft cabin as well as perform exceptional customer service to all passengers

Required Skills or Experience

Must have fluency in both written and spoken English is a pre-requisite and at least one local dialect
Graduate or 'A' level education
Previous experience in cabin service and/or cabin crew training is an advantage
Be medically fit to meet aircrew requirements and must know how to swim. Minimum height of above 1.5 metres

Airport Customer Service & Operations Coordinators (REF OPS2011)
Fly540 Ghana is currently seeking the following inspired individuals:
Description

To efficiently and effectively coordinate the Fly540's operation and to successfully meet safety, security, punctuality and performance standards

To supervise Ground Handling Agent services on shift basis to achieve optimum customer service standards and efficiency

Required Skills or Experience

Graduate or 'A level' standard or local equivalent
3-4 years customer service/operations/ramp handling experience
National language/dialects. Proven supervisory skills
Ramp handling and load sheet/weight and balance experience/licenses are a must

Retail and Telesales Agents (REF RT2011)
Fly540 Ghana is currently seeking the following inspired individuals:
Description
To achieve the highest possible revenue contribution and customer service standards when servicing customers, focusing on quality and performance standards by means of telephone contacts, face to face, correspondence and computer technology

Required Skills or Experience

Must have previous sales and customer service experience
Direct exposure to sales and marketing environment
Good pricing knowledge
Good commercial acumen
Ability to transfer between telephone and retails sales. Ideally ticketing trained

ATR-72/500 First Officers (REF F011)

Fly540 Ghana is currently seeking the following inspired individuals:

To prepare for flights and attentively monitor their progress, act as second-in command and work in a fully CRM based environment.
To fulfill the duties of First Officer as detailed in the Fly540 Operations Manual

Required Skills or Experience

Must have a minimum of 1000 hours total flying time on commercial aircrafts.
Turbine experience. Valid 1st class medical certificate.
Must hold a valid ICAO ATPL. English language fluency (written and verbal comprehension)
ICAO English level (4 or above). Experience commensurate with age. Type rated would be advantageous

ATR 72-500 Engineers (REF ENG2011)
Description
Fly540 Ghana is currently seeking the following inspired individuals:
Description
Responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance of all company fleet of aircraft and ground support tools/equipment in accordance with GCAA, ICAO and Fl540 manuals

Required Skills or Experience

Must have GCAA/ICAO valid license. Minimum of 5 years experience on type.
English language fluency (written and verbal comprehension)
Ability to use modern computer tools for maintenance

How To Apply
Written applications are invited together with a current CV and from individuals with the qualified skills and experience. Applications must be e-mailed to: recruitment@fly540ghana.com. (Quote relevant number in the subject line). Suitable candidates only will be contacted and invited forward to the selection process. Applicants must be energetic, resilient and willing to work on shift basis, weekends and or holidays.

Deadline is 6th June, 2011

Good luck to all our readers in Ghana who will applying for these jobs and beginning a rewarding career with one of Africa's most promising airlines!