Boeing 737NG Captain – Direct Entry (Type Rating Provided)

✈️ Step into the left seat as a Boeing 737NG Captain

Join a Part 121 operation in a permanent, direct-entry Captain role on the Boeing 737NG. This opportunity is tailored for seasoned airline commanders with strong jet experience. No current type rating? Training is provided. Bring your leadership, precision, and safety mindset to a high-performance team operating to exacting standards.

Employment: Permanent •
Entry Route: Direct Entry •
Type Rating: Not required (Training Provided) •
Operation: Part 121

🧭 Role at a glance

Aircraft: Boeing 737NG
Schedule: Ability to work irregular hours (Essential)
Training: Type rating and upgrade training provided; willingness to sign an Upgrade Training Bond (Essential)

🧰 Minimum requirements

Education: Grade 12 or Equivalent (Essential)
Total Time: 5,000 hours (Essential)
PIC Time: One of the following (Essential):
- 2,000 hours PIC on aircraft >50T; OR
- 1,000 hours PIC on B737 or similar type
Recency: PIC on a large commercial airliner operating under Part 121 within the last 24 months (e.g., Boeing 737 or Airbus) (Essential)
License: ATPL (ICAO)
Medical: Class 1
ICAO English: ELP Level 4 (minimum)
License Holders: Open to ICAO license holders
Type Rating: Not required (Training Provided)

🧠 Knowledge and competencies

Regulatory: Good knowledge of South African CARS and CATS
Procedures: Knowledge of Air Traffic Control airspace and procedures
ICAO: Knowledge of Doc 8168
SOPs: Excellent knowledge of the Safair OM and Boeing SOPs (Normal & Non-Normal)
Leadership: Demonstrated command decision-making, CRM, and mentorship of flight deck and cabin crew
Safety: Strong SMS awareness and disciplined adherence to company and regulatory procedures

🧭 What you’ll do

Command Operations: Lead the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of B737NG flights under Part 121
SOP Excellence: Apply Boeing Normal/Non-Normal procedures and the Operations Manual to the highest standard
Flight Preparation: Oversee planning, performance, fuel, MEL/CDL, NOTAMs, and weather for each sector
Crew Leadership: Drive effective CRM, briefings, decision-making, and a just culture onboard
ATC Liaison: Communicate effectively with ATC and operational control to manage airspace, reroutes, and disruptions
Currency & Checks: Maintain recency and proficiency through recurrent training and line checks

🌟 Training and progression

Type Rating: Comprehensive B737NG training provided for suitable NTR candidates
Bond: Willingness to enter an Upgrade Training Bond (Essential)
Development: Ongoing recurrent training and checking to maintain operational excellence

📨 Ready to apply?

Please submit your up-to-date CV and include copies of your ATPL, Class 1 medical, last three pages of your logbook, and proof of recency. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for next steps.

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