Captains

Roles and responsibilities

1. Flight Operations

• Flight Planning: Review flight plans, weather conditions, flight routes, and potential hazards before takeoff. This involves coordinating with the flight operations team, air traffic control, and other relevant authorities.
• Pre-Flight Briefing: Conduct briefings with the first officer (co-pilot) and the rest of the crew to discuss the flight plan, responsibilities, and emergency procedures.
• Pilot in Command: As the captain, they are the final authority on all aspects of the flight, including navigation, communication with air traffic control, and the decision-making process in emergencies.
• Takeoff and Landing: Responsible for the critical phases of flight, particularly takeoff and landing, ensuring both are conducted safely.

2. Safety Management

• Passenger Safety: Ensure the safety of passengers by following all safety protocols, briefing passengers on safety procedures, and overseeing the actions of the cabin crew.
• Aircraft Maintenance and Checks: Ensure the aircraft is in a safe operational condition, conducting checks before and after each flight.
• Emergency Response: Take charge in the event of an emergency, from technical issues to medical emergencies, and make decisions regarding diversion or landing.
• Decision-Making in Adverse Conditions: The Captain is responsible for making critical decisions when faced with adverse weather, air traffic delays, or unforeseen technical issues.

3. Leadership and Team Management

• Crew Management: Lead and manage the flight crew, including the first officer and cabin crew, ensuring clear communication and coordination during the flight.
• Coordination with Ground Operations: Liaise with ground personnel, air traffic control, and other pilots to ensure smooth operations before, during, and after the flight.
• Briefing and Debriefing: Ensure that the crew is properly briefed before the flight, and conduct a debrief after landing to discuss any issues that may have arisen during the flight.

4. Flight Data and Reporting

• Flight Logs: Complete necessary flight documentation, including flight logs, incident reports, and compliance paperwork, following regulatory requirements.
• Reporting to Authorities: Communicate with aviation authorities and the airline’s operations team about any irregularities, technical issues, or safety concerns.
• Fuel and Weight Management: Ensure that the aircraft is properly fueled and loaded according to safety regulations, considering weather conditions and flight duration.

5. Compliance with Regulations

• Aviation Laws and Regulations: Comply with all aviation laws, regulations, and airline policies, including those related to flight hours, aircraft operation, and passenger safety.
• Continuous Training: Regularly undergo recurrent training and testing to keep up-to-date with new technologies, procedures, regulations, and emergency protocols.

6. Communication

• Air Traffic Control (ATC): Communicate with air traffic controllers to follow the designated flight plan and adhere to instructions regarding altitude, speed, and routing.
• Passenger Communication: Provide periodic announcements to passengers about flight progress, weather conditions, and expected arrival times. In case of delays or changes, the captain is often the one to inform passengers.

Desired candidate profile

To qualify for this role, you should have a minimum of 6,000 hours of total flying time on multi-crew, multi-engine aircraft, including at least 2,000 hours of recent command experience on widebody aircraft, preferably on a Boeing 787 or 777. Please note that only time spent in the operating seat of turbojet aircraft will be considered.

You must also hold a valid ICAO ATPL, an unrestricted class one medical certificate, and an ICAO English level 5 or higher certification. Additionally, candidates should have logged a minimum of 150 hours in command within the last 12 months prior to joining the Riyadh Air team.

Strong Leadership: Ability to lead and make quick, decisive decisions, especially in high-pressure situations.
Attention to Detail: Ability to monitor systems, processes, and flight data with precision.
Communication: Excellent communication skills for coordinating with the crew, air traffic control, and passengers.
Problem-Solving: Ability to think critically and solve complex problems, particularly in emergency situations.
Technical Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of the aircraft's systems, instrumentation, and flight operations.