Boeing 747-400 Captain – Long‑Haul Cargo | Compass Cargo Airlines

✈️ Boeing 747-400 Captain at Compass Cargo Airlines

Compass Cargo Airlines is a growing Bulgarian cargo operator flying a Boeing 737-800SF fleet alongside our Boeing 747-400F and 747-400ERF widebody operation, serving an expanding international network on behalf of major cargo customers. Built on clear communication, professional standards, efficient structures, and reliable teamwork — all under EASA-compliant procedures and modern rostering — we offer a dynamic, cargo-focused environment.

Employment: Permanent (full-time employee)
Type rating: Required on Boeing 747-400
License: EASA ATPL
Medical: Class 1
ICAO ELP: Level 5 or higher
Visa sponsorship: Not provided

🧭 The Opportunity

As a Boeing 747-400 Captain, you will lead safe, efficient, and cargo-oriented operations across a varied international network. Expect night flying, tight ground turnarounds, and oversight of DG handling as part of everyday work. Our 737-800SF network complements the long-haul flying of our 747-400F/ERF fleet, giving you exposure to both regional and intercontinental operations within a single airline.

Join an international and multicultural flight deck community that values professionalism, consistency, collaboration, and a calm, solution-oriented approach — because in cargo, the quality of the cockpit sets the standard for the whole operation.

🧰 What You Will Do

Command B747-400F/ERF operations with an uncompromising focus on safety, compliance, and on-time performance.
Execute night operations and rapid turnarounds while maintaining high standards of crew coordination and situational awareness.
Apply EASA-compliant SOPs, robust threat and error management, and effective decision-making in dynamic cargo environments.
Coordinate closely with dispatch, engineering, and ground teams to ensure efficient, cargo-first solutions.
Foster a culture of clear communication, professionalism, and reliable teamwork on every sector.

🌟 What You Bring

Strong communication and teamwork skills; a professional, calm, and solution-oriented mindset.
EASA ATPL with valid Class 1 medical and ICAO English Level 5+
Current B747-400 type rating and recent, relevant widebody cargo experience preferred.

🧮 Minimum Flight Experience

Total time: 6,000 hours
Total jet: 4,500 hours (on medium to heavy turbojet aircraft)
In type (B747): 1,000 hours
PIC total: 1,500 hours
PIC in type (B747): 500 hours
Type rating: Required on B747
Preferred: TRI/TRE experience an advantage

📦 Our Operation & Fleet

Mixed-fleet cargo operation: Boeing 737-800SF and Boeing 747-400F/ERF.
Expanding international network serving major cargo customers.
EASA-compliant procedures with modern rostering practices.
Collaborative, multicultural flight deck and ground teams.

📨 Ready to Apply?

If you meet the requirements and bring the professionalism to set the tone on the flight deck, we’d like to hear from you. Submit your application with your CV, license, medical, and type-rating details. All applications are treated with discretion.

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