DHC-6 Commander (Type Rated only)

Aviacon (EUR)

Full-time

Permanent employee

What we are looking for

You will live and work within a small team in highly demanding and often challenging environments, including operations in high-risk countries. This role requires resilience, flexibility, and a solution-oriented mindset to navigate unpredictable situations and complex cultural differences. You must be able to remain calm under pressure, adapt quickly to changing circumstances, and work effectively both independently and as part of a close-knit team. Strong communication skills and cultural sensitivity are vital to succeed in this dynamic and sometimes difficult setting.

Your qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Experience (Total Time): 1000 hours
Minimum PIC experience: 500 hours (250h on ME)
Valid EASA (frozen) ATPL (A) license*
Valid EASA Class 1 Medical
ICAO Language Proficiency English - Minimum Level 4
EASA valid DHC6* (Twin Otter) type rating with minimum 400 hours on Type
Covid-19 vaccination and Yellow fever certificate is mandatory for this position

*We are open to considering candidates who hold a valid non-EASA license with a DHC-6 type rating (e.g. FAA, Transport Canada) provided they are willing to convert to an EASA license within one to two years of joining the Company. This is subject to approval by the relevant authorities. Zimex is willing to support with the costs of the conversion; the details of any such arrangement will be discussed with candidates who progress to the interview stage. Candidates should be aware that the EASA conversion process is demanding and requires significant self-study.

Please note that the Validation remains contingent on your original license staying valid throughout — maintaining the validity of your original license is the responsibility of the candidate and any associated costs are not covered by Zimex.

What we offer

Rotation: five weeks on, five weeks off (paid), subject to operational changes
Paid travel between home gateway airport and bases.
Paid flight medical and license revalidations
Paid accommodation and food while on duty
All work-related expenses paid

Experience the adventurous and challenging side of aviation - operating in demanding environments and diverse cultures - while maintaining the highest standards of training and professionalism. The Zimex DHC6 fleet offers a unique and rewarding opportunity designed for pilots like you.

Über uns

Gegründet im Jahr 1969, steht ZIMEX seit jeher für spezialisierte weltweite Einsätze in abgelegenen Regionen. Mit Sitz in der Schweiz verfügt die ZIMEX Group über ein Schweizer Luftverkehrsbetreiberzeugnis (AOC), einen eigenen Instandhaltungsbetrieb (Maintenance Repair Facility) sowie eine Aviation Training Organisation (ATO). Mit rund 250 Mitarbeitenden betreiben und warten wir eine moderne Flotte von Turboprop-Flugzeugen nach den europäischen EASA-Luftfahrtstandards. Führende Unternehmen der Erdölindustrie, internationale humanitäre Organisationen, Regierungen, UN-Agenturen sowie Expressfracht- und Postkunden vertrauen auf die bewährte Professionalität, das umfassende Luftfahrt-Know-how, die eigene Ersatzteillogistik, die hervorragende Sicherheitsbilanz und die hohe Einsatzzuverlässigkeit von ZIMEX.