First Officer Dash 8 Q400 (Nairobi Station)

Job Description

Seven Four Eight Air Services (K) Limited invites applications for the following position.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION TITLE
FIRST OFFICER DASH 8 Q400 (NAIROBI STATION)
DEPARTMENT
FLIGHT OPERATIONS
REPORTING
CHIEF PILOT
APPLICATION DEADLINE
30TH APRIL 2026

Skills and Qualifications

• Should be a holder of a valid CPL.
• Should have a minimum of 2500 hours total flying time.
• Minimum of 1000 hours of Pilot in Command.
• Minimum of 500 hours on the aircraft type.
• Hold an Instrument Rating.
• The License shall be endorsed for the aircraft type operating.
• Hold a Class I Medical.
• Achieved Level 4 in English proficiency.
• Completed Crew Resource Management course, Aviation Security Course, and Dangerous Goods course (should be current).

Education and Experience

Education Required

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in or equivalent in the related field will be an added advantage.
• Holds a valid Commercial Pilots License, a valid ATPL will be an added advantage.

Experience Required

• Should have a minimum of 2500 hours total flying time.
• Minimum of 1000 hours of Pilot in Command.
• Minimum of 500 hours on the aircraft type.

How to Apply

The application should include:

• Letter of application
• A recent CV, including at least 3 referee contacts (mobile number and email address)
• Academic certificates
• Professional certificates

All applications should be submitted to [[email protected]](mailto:applications@opportunitiesforyoungkenyans.co.ke) with the subject line:
VAC022026 – FIRST OFFICER 8 Q400

Closing date for the applications will be 30 th April, 2026 at midnight. Attach your valid Kenyan ATPL, KCAA hours summary form and the Last three pages of logbook. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.