I'm surprised that MOL hasn't followed the example set by the military - that is assign 'secondary duties'.
The pilot is employed in the 'general duties' department of the airline with a primary duty as 'pilot'.
Individual pilots could then be designated for additional duties (excluding Union Rep of course!).
This would ensure maximum use of resources whilst achieving minimum cost.
I don't know of any specific examples but these may include:
1. Photographer for Ryanair Calendar;
2. Interviewing suitable candidates for said Calendar (male pilots only);
3. MOL car washer (whilst on airport standby only);
4. MOL valet (whilst on airport standby only);
5. Actually the list is endless ...
FOK