Green Africa Airways Limited| Full-time

ATR 72- 500/600 (TYPE RATED) CAPTAIN AT GREEN AFRICA AIRWAYS LIMITED | CAPTAIN JOBS IN LAGOS

Lagos, Nigeria | Posted on 20/01/2026

About Company:

Green Africa Airways Limited is a value airline based in Lagos, Nigeria. We are a new carrier that offers safe, reliable and affordable air travel to a much broader group of customers. This positions us as a significant contributor to the economic development of Nigeria and the African continent.

Job Description:

Green Africa is seeking experienced, safety-minded Captains to join our rapidly expanding Flight Operations team. As a value airline, our mission is to make high-quality air travel affordable for everyone. Our Captains are the frontline commanders of this mission, responsible for balancing the highest standards of safety with the operational efficiency that allows us to deliver low fares to our customers. As the commander of the aircraft, you will be a brand ambassador, demonstrating professional excellence and ensuring a safe, seamless experience for every passenger, crew member, and cargo shipment.

Requirements:

1. Command & Flight Safety

  • Aircraft Commander: Act as the final authority for the operation and safety of the aircraft during all normal, abnormal, and emergency situations.

  • Risk Management: Maintain safety at the highest possible level, making critical decisions that prioritize the well-being of passengers, crew, and assets.

  • Operational Efficiency: Execute flight operations with a focus on fuel efficiency and on-time performance, supporting Green Africa's goal of providing affordable fares.

2. Professional Standards & Leadership

  • Brand Ambassadorship: Act as a representative of Green Africa, upholding the corporate image through high professional standards and exceptional interpersonal conduct.

  • Crew Resource Management (CRM): Lead and mentor the First Officer and Cabin Crew, fostering a collaborative and communicative cockpit environment.

  • Compliance: Ensure all flight activities strictly adhere to Nigerian Civil Aviation Regulations (Nig. CARs), ICAO standards, and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

3. Operational Oversight

  • Pre-flight & Post-flight: Oversee thorough pre-flight briefings, weather analysis, and aircraft inspections; ensure accurate completion of all flight documentation and logs.

  • Cargo & Passenger Safety: Maintain ultimate responsibility for the safe carriage of all passengers and cargo from engine start to shutdown

Qualifications and Skills:

Flight Credentials

  • License: Must hold a valid ICAO ATPL with a current ATR 72-500/600 type rating.

  • Medical: Current First-Class Medical Certificate.

  • Language: ICAO Level 5 English proficiency or higher.

  • Recency: Must have flown the ATR 72-500/600 within the last 12 months.

Experience Requirements

  • Total Time: A minimum of 6,000 total flying hours.

  • Command Time: At least 2,000 airline command hours specifically on the ATR 500/600 series.

Core Competencies

  • Safety First: An uncompromising commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

  • Strategic Command: Ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure.

  • Cultural Fit: Passion for the "value airline" model and a proactive approach to operational problem-solving.

Salary

Very attractive

Application Closing Date: Not specified

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Job Information

Deadline

Not specified

Job Type

Full-time

Industry

Airline

Work Level

Experienced

State

Lagos

Country

Nigeria

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