Pilot Jobs in Nigeria

Nigeria is the largest country in West Africa, with a population of over 200 million people. The country is home to over 15 international and domestic airlines. Nigeria is a large and growing aviation market offering exciting opportunities on a range of wide-body, narrow-body, and regional jets.

For Pilots living in or commuting to Nigeria, the country offers exceptional access to some of the most exotic wildlife that Africa has to offer. Spend your days off on safari or staying at one of many luxury resorts on the Lagos shore.

Rishworth Aviation has a dedicated team of consultants working with Pilots in Africa who will ensure you receive the very best service throughout the interview and screening process, and while living and working in Africa.

Rishworth Aviation has over 30 years' experience working with over 40 international and domestic carriers, spanning 35 countries with one of the largest dedicated crew leasing businesses in the world. Rishworth Aviation contract aircrew in Europe, Africa and the Middle East and are the leading crew leasing provider for the Asia Pacific region, with crew on contract in Indonesia, Japan, Korea, China, Vietnam, Australasia and the Pacific Islands.

Azman Air was founded in 2010 and operates domestic flights in Nigeria, as well as services to neighboring Benin. The airline has recently acquired an A340-600 in preparation for operating international Hajj and Umrah services. The airline is seeking to acquire an additional A340-600. 

Benefits of Flying with Azman Air

• Growing airline with newly leased A340-600
• Free world-class medical insurance provided through Rishworth Aviation
• 6 weeks on/2 weeks off, with paid tickets home
• Accommodation provided 
• Great pay and medical insurance provided
• 6 months contract with extension possibility
• Bonus payment

Air Peace Pilot Jobs

Air Peace was founded in 2013, based in Lagos, Nigeria. Air Peace provides passenger and charter services nationally, and operates international routes to West African and Middle Eastern locations.  The airline operates a fleet of 14x B737, 3x B777, 6x ERJ145, and one Dornier 328.  Air Peace has ambitious growth plans with firm orders for 10x E195-E2, and orders for 10x B737 MAX.

Air Peace won Best Domestic Airline 2019 at Nigeria Tourism Awards.

Benefits of Flying with Air Peace

Rishworth Aviation has extensive experience supporting Pilots working in Africa. We support large expat communities of Pilots in Africa and understand the opportunities and challenges in this market. Rishworth has over 30 years helping Pilots find great new roles.