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Senior Captain (Pilot)

The Senior Captain (Pilot) is responsible for the safe, efficient, and professional operation of company aircraft in a Part 91 corporate flight environment. This role serves as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) with final authority over assigned flights and is the most visible representative of the company to passengers. This position requires exceptional communication, technical expertise, sound judgment, and a strong commitment to safety, service, and professionalism.

Responsibilities Include:

Flight Operations & Safety

• Serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) with final authority for aircraft operation and passenger safety
• Plan and execute flights in compliance with FAA regulations, company SOPs, and international standards
• Perform comprehensive flight planning, including routing, fuel optimization, weather analysis, and alternate planning
• Evaluate conditions and make decisions to delay, reroute, or cancel flights as necessary
• Maintain situational awareness and exercise sound judgment in all phases of flight

Aircraft Readiness & Compliance

• Ensure aircraft is airworthy, properly maintained, and fully prepared for each flight
• Conduct and oversee preflight inspections
• Maintain compliance with FARs, NOTAMs, and operational limitations, including weight and balance
• Ensure all required documentation and paperwork are accurate and complete

Crew Environment

• Work effectively in a Co-Captain Environment
• Ability to act as a mentor and trainer, supporting crew development and training requirements
• Promote effective Crew Resource Management (CRM) practices
• Focus on continuous improvement

Passenger Experience & Service

• Deliver exceptional customer service to passengers
• Coordinate passenger requests (transportation, catering, baggage handling)
• Ensure passengers receive required safety briefings
• Maintain aircraft cleanliness, cabin readiness, and comfort standards

Operational Support

• Assist with aircraft towing, fueling, cleaning, and hangar upkeep
• Maintain hangar facilities (interior/exterior)
• Participate in recurrent and company-required training
• Support Safety Management Systems (SMS)

Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis