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South African Airways

First Officer

Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa9 March 2026
Location

Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa

Job type

Full-time

Experience

Senior

Job overview

South African Airways (SAA) is inviting qualified pilots to join its flight operations team as a First Officer. The First Officer will assist in operating aircraft safely and efficiently while supporting the Captain in ensuring compliance with aviation safety standards and operational procedures. The role involves performing duties as a Second-In-Command Pilot (P2) or Cruise Relief Pilot (P3) during flight operations. Key Responsibilities Assist the Captain in safe aircraft operations during flight Ensure compliance with aviation safety procedures and regulations Perform duties as Second-In-Command or Cruise Relief Pilot Maintain accurate flight documentation and records Follow all aviation operational standards and safety protocols Support the safe and efficient operation of aircraft during ground and inflight operations

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Captain in safe aircraft operations during flight
  • Ensure compliance with aviation safety procedures and regulations
  • Perform duties as Second-In-Command or Cruise Relief Pilot
  • Maintain accurate flight documentation and records
  • Follow all aviation operational standards and safety protocols
  • Support the safe and efficient operation of aircraft during ground and inflight operations

Requirements

  • Education
  • Matric / Grade 12 or N3 qualification
  • Mathematics or Statistics and English required
  • Physical Science or Computer Science preferred
  • Aviation Qualifications
  • Valid South African Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL)
  • OR
  • Commercial Pilot License with completed ATPL ground subjects (Frozen ATPL)
  • Multi-engine instrument rating
  • Valid Class 1 Medical Certificate
  • Experience
  • Minimum 1500 total flying hours
  • At least 200 hours on multi-engine aircraft

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