Embraer ERJ-145 Captain (Pilot-in-Command)

🧭 Role overview

The Commander (Pilot-in-Command) holds overall responsibility for the safe operation of the aircraft, the welfare of passengers and crew, and full compliance with all applicable regulations during every phase of flight.

🎯 Key responsibilities

• Ensure the safety, comfort, and security of passengers, crew, and aircraft from boarding to flight conclusion.
• Maintain operational control and ensure full compliance with regulatory and company procedures at all times.
• Conduct clear PA announcements to keep passengers informed.
• Verify that all crew members hold valid licenses, travel documents, and meet medical/fitness standards.
• Operate the aircraft strictly within certified limitations and published procedures.
• Maintain flight deck security and ensure equipment serviceability.
• Report incidents, emergencies, hazards, and irregularities to the appropriate authorities without delay.
• Confirm aircraft airworthiness, documentation, and regulatory compliance prior to dispatch.
• Review route, weather, NOTAMs, alternates, and the flight plan; adjust as conditions require.
• Conduct required internal and external inspections of the aircraft.
• Ensure correct loading, weight, and balance remain within limitations.
• Complete and retain all necessary pre-flight documentation.
• Ensure both pilots are at the controls during critical phases of flight.
• Maintain situational awareness and prevent non-essential activities during critical phases.
• Continuously monitor aircraft performance and discontinue or divert the flight if conditions become unsafe.
• Report hazardous conditions and communicate arrival requirements to destination and alternate stations.
• Submit arrival reports and complete the Aircraft Technical Log accurately.
• Secure navigational equipment and complete voyage reports when required.
• Ensure aircraft security at overnight stops and report any defects promptly.
• File mandatory occurrence reports within required timeframes.

🧰 What you bring

• Valid ATPL appropriate to the aircraft type (ATPL_ICAO).
• Current medical certification meeting CAR and Company requirements.
• Extensive knowledge of aircraft performance, regulations, and emergency procedures.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decisive decision-making under pressure.
• Familiarity with ECCAA regulations and Company Operations Manuals.
• Minimum flight hours and command experience as stipulated by the Company and the Authority.

📨 Ready to take command?

If you meet the requirements and are committed to uncompromising safety and exemplary airmanship, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your application and take the next step in your captaincy career.