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ERJ 135/145 Captain – XEJet (Lagos)
✈️ Lead the Line as an ERJ 135/145 Captain with XEJet
XEJet is growing and seeking experienced, safety-focused Captains to join our Flight Operations team on the Embraer ERJ 135/145. This is a full-time, onsite position based in Lagos, where you will champion operational excellence, professionalism, and the highest standards of aviation safety.
🧭 The Mission
Deliver safe, efficient, and on-time operations as Captain on XEJet’s ERJ 135/145 fleet, upholding a safety-first culture while providing outstanding service to our passengers and partners.
🧰 What You’ll Do
- Serve as Pilot-in-Command on ERJ 135/145 operations within XEJet’s expanding Flight Operations team.
- Execute all flights in strict adherence to company SOPs, regulatory requirements, and the highest safety standards.
- Lead the flight deck with professionalism, fostering strong CRM and clear communication with crew, dispatch, ATC, and ground teams.
- Conduct thorough preflight planning, performance calculations, fuel planning, and risk assessments for each sector.
- Manage normal and non-normal procedures, making sound operational decisions in dynamic environments.
- Ensure accurate, timely reporting and documentation to support operational excellence and continuous improvement.
🌟 What You’ll Bring
- Minimum total time: 4,000 hours.
- PIC on type: 1,000 hours on ERJ 135/145.
- Licence: ATPL (ICAO) valid.
- Type rating: Current ERJ 135/145.
- Medical: Valid Class One Medical Certificate.
- Instrument Rating: Valid and current.
- English proficiency: ICAO Level 4 or higher.
- Radiotelephony Licence: Valid.
- Proven commitment to safety, professionalism, and exemplary airmanship.
🚀 Why Join XEJet
- Be part of a growing carrier with a strong, safety-first operational culture.
- Fly a respected regional jet platform with a dedicated, professional team.
- Contribute to continuous operational excellence and high-quality passenger experiences.
📨 How to Apply
Ready to lead from the left seat? Submit your CV and copies of your licence, medical, type rating, and recency documentation. Qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.
XEJet is an equal opportunity employer. We value professionalism, inclusion, and safety above all.
📋 Quick Facts
- Base: 7 Oduduwa Crescent, GRA Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria
- Employment: Full-time, Onsite
- Aircraft: ERJ 135/145
- Minimum Hours: 4,000 total; 1,000 PIC on ERJ 135/145
- Licence: ATPL (ICAO) with current ERJ 135/145 type rating
- Medical: Class One
- Language: ICAO English Level 4+
- Other: Valid Instrument Rating and Radiotelephony Licence