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10 Apr 2025

Permanent Helicopter Day Captain – Transnet Vacancies

Transnet – Posted by shazilih –  Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Job Description

Transnet Vacancies – Helicopter Day Captain

TRANSNET is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Helicopter Day Captain to join its aviation team. This role involves commanding helicopter operations during the day and co-piloting during night operations, with full responsibility for flight safety, crew management, and regulatory compliance in alignment with SACAA CARs and TNPA SOPs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and execute daytime flight missions based on marine traffic, port demands, and directives from Port Control.

  • Oversee aircraft preparation, including resource allocation and loading schedules for marine pilot transfers and port-related tasks.

  • Conduct thorough pre-flight checks and deliver safety briefings in line with stringent safety standards.

  • Ensure safe transfer of marine pilots to and from vessels within the South African Port system.

  • Maintain strict adherence to South African Civil Aviation Regulations, SAMSA guidelines, and the National Ports Act No. 12 of 2005.

  • Participate in emergency operations, including the evacuation of accident victims and distressed individuals.

  • Execute port-related flights based on TNPA and client specifications, including route planning and coordination with Air Traffic Navigation Services and Port Control.

  • Record flight data, manage operational schedules, and report mission efficiencies.

  • Assist in delivering a 24-hour seamless operation to support TNPA’s business goals and customer needs.

  • Promote safety to minimize incidents, ensuring timely responses to Port Control directives for improved ship turnaround times.

  • Support training and development of Day Captains, Co-Pilots, Cadet Pilots, and related personnel.

  • Receive operational updates from Night Captain and perform Line Proficiency Checks as needed.

  • Operate helicopters under all weather conditions, ensuring safety and adherence to TNPA SOPs and aeronautical standards.

  • Navigate safely using instruments in IMC conditions, ensuring secure landings in challenging environments.

  • Manage multi-crew cockpits and inflight emergencies with professionalism and technical expertise.

  • Comply with national certification standards and contribute to skills transfer initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

  • Valid CPL or ATPL-H license

  • Night Rating and Instrument Rating

  • 2000 hours total flight time

  • 500 hours on turbine helicopters

  • 350 hours on multi-engine helicopters

  • 250 hours on A109 helicopter (advantageous)

  • Minimum of 3 years’ operational experience

  • Familiarity with TNPA marine pilot services is preferred

Required Competencies:

Skills and Attributes:

  • Strong decision-making and multitasking ability

  • Effective communication and teamwork

  • Operational control and time management

  • Crew Resource Management (CRM)

  • Accuracy and assertiveness

  • Social perceptiveness and diversity awareness

Knowledge Areas:

  • Aviation safety regulations and helicopter procedures

  • Port rules and maritime transport systems

  • Flight planning and navigation data

  • Public safety and emergency protocols

  • English language proficiency and radiotelephony

  • Use of mathematical, electronic, and computer systems for aviation tasks

Equity Statement:

TRANSNET is committed to the principles of Employment Equity. Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants from designated groups, in accordance with the organisation’s Employment Equity Plan and targets.

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