Working in Nigeria
Although I cannot remember doing anything, I have received an e mail telling me that "following our secret agreement, they have sent me a packing case full of money". They tell me that the case is marked as "diplomatic papers" and I am not to tell anyone that it is money.
The case weighs 420 Kg but they have lied and only paid for 270Kg at $5700.
They gave me a UK telephone number of the Diplomatic Courier Services if I wanted to progress the package.
I couldn't see what the scam was initially but I eventually realised that, if I called the number, they would probably confirm that they had the package and tell me that there was another $5700 to pay for shipping. Oh yea? Delete!!!
The case weighs 420 Kg but they have lied and only paid for 270Kg at $5700.
They gave me a UK telephone number of the Diplomatic Courier Services if I wanted to progress the package.
I couldn't see what the scam was initially but I eventually realised that, if I called the number, they would probably confirm that they had the package and tell me that there was another $5700 to pay for shipping. Oh yea? Delete!!!
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Schreiner?
I am in the running for an Avionics position with Schreiner in Nigeria. Can anyone out there give me some in-depth intel on the company. I know they were taken over by CHC lately but that's it. Their web page gives no info what so ever. I would like to know what Aircraft they run, rotory and stiffy's, and where else they operate. Even if someone knows someone who works for them who would be willing to enlighten me.
Thanks.
Thanks.
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Pigy,
Are you going to be working on fixed wing in Lagos or helicopters in Port Harcourt? Lots of rumors of the fixed wing being sold off early next year. A number of Australians, both pilots and engineers have quit in the last few months. Working roster is 6/6 with pay at the moment in €, but strong rumors of a change to the good ole Yanqui dollare next year. Accommodation is okay for Africa and you'll get your own room and free food with internet access and satellite TV. Travel arrangements, once good are now cheap and chaotic to say the least.
In Nigeria they operate SA365N, N1, N2, N3, AS 355F1, S76B, S76 C+. Stiffys they operate Twin Otter, Dash 8 and they have a few leased B737s from JAT, plus a Lear Jet for Total Fina Elf.
They're also based in Holland (big redundancies coming up in their head office in Hoofddorp in the New Year) where they have S76B, SA365N, N3 and S61N. They have a small operation in Cameroon and Chad with a 365N3 a 365N a Dash 8 and a few Twotters.
As with so many companies the change to CHC is resulting in a lot of confusion, incertainty about the future and many think their personal circumstances will probably get worse next year. There's been no pay review in the company for 2 years now.
Are you going to be working on fixed wing in Lagos or helicopters in Port Harcourt? Lots of rumors of the fixed wing being sold off early next year. A number of Australians, both pilots and engineers have quit in the last few months. Working roster is 6/6 with pay at the moment in €, but strong rumors of a change to the good ole Yanqui dollare next year. Accommodation is okay for Africa and you'll get your own room and free food with internet access and satellite TV. Travel arrangements, once good are now cheap and chaotic to say the least.
In Nigeria they operate SA365N, N1, N2, N3, AS 355F1, S76B, S76 C+. Stiffys they operate Twin Otter, Dash 8 and they have a few leased B737s from JAT, plus a Lear Jet for Total Fina Elf.
They're also based in Holland (big redundancies coming up in their head office in Hoofddorp in the New Year) where they have S76B, SA365N, N3 and S61N. They have a small operation in Cameroon and Chad with a 365N3 a 365N a Dash 8 and a few Twotters.
As with so many companies the change to CHC is resulting in a lot of confusion, incertainty about the future and many think their personal circumstances will probably get worse next year. There's been no pay review in the company for 2 years now.
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Schreiner?
Thanks Dude, that's the best intel I've had so far. I think it will be on S76's. So by what you say it will more than likely be in Pt. Harcourt if that's where Helicopters are.
Thanks again.
Thanks again.
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Translation
buju
Originally an Aboriginal translation for 'v****na' the words meaning has evolved and can be used as social term to classify a good looking person.
Geographically localised to Northern Territory Australia
"Man!! Sheryl is a buju eh"
"that chick is one sik buju"
or
"i have an it*hy buju"
Originally an Aboriginal translation for 'v****na' the words meaning has evolved and can be used as social term to classify a good looking person.
Geographically localised to Northern Territory Australia
"Man!! Sheryl is a buju eh"
"that chick is one sik buju"
or
"i have an it*hy buju"
Last time I was there....they were doing endorsements of both....there was a time when they issued Nigerian licenses with the taking of just a couple of exams, a medical, and the usual flight tests.
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AeroContractors of Nigeria
Anybody out there working for ACN ? Like to get a scoop on the company before paying $500 to register as a prospective pilot.
My job right now is not that bad to take a step in the dark.
My job right now is not that bad to take a step in the dark.
Nigerian In Law
No offence, but why would you pay to be registered as a pilot ? If they want you and they are recruiting and you are qualified, why do they need money from you ?
Absolutely do not pay anything to register. PM me....can put you in touch with some folks.
Matter of fact....expose whoever is trying to get you to pay something to register!
Matter of fact....expose whoever is trying to get you to pay something to register!
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quote just to clarify..
...that you have been shortlisted to work with the most reputable airline company in Nigeria....the next stage now is that your file has to be registered in our offfice with a registration fee of $500US....this fee is absolutely refundable upon commencement of job and arrival...this fee stipulates your seriousness to this job offer...
Sure like to go fly over there, but I'm still in doubt .
Thanks for your oppinions!
...that you have been shortlisted to work with the most reputable airline company in Nigeria....the next stage now is that your file has to be registered in our offfice with a registration fee of $500US....this fee is absolutely refundable upon commencement of job and arrival...this fee stipulates your seriousness to this job offer...
Sure like to go fly over there, but I'm still in doubt .
Thanks for your oppinions!
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CJ2driver
So you're on the shortlist and your $500US is absolutely refundable upon commencement of job and arrival.
And if it just so happens you don't get selected from the 'shortlist' so don't commence a job ......... ?
I suppose it depends if you're prepared to gamble $500. If you do, despite the warnings, work on the basis it's $500 lost for ever and be pleasantly surprised if you get either a job or your money back.
If I were in your position, I'd take up the offer SASless has made you.
So you're on the shortlist and your $500US is absolutely refundable upon commencement of job and arrival.
And if it just so happens you don't get selected from the 'shortlist' so don't commence a job ......... ?
I suppose it depends if you're prepared to gamble $500. If you do, despite the warnings, work on the basis it's $500 lost for ever and be pleasantly surprised if you get either a job or your money back.
If I were in your position, I'd take up the offer SASless has made you.
A simple google search for ACN revealed their web site which has a "vacancies" page.....complete with e-mail contact addresses and phone numbers.
Is this the point of contact you are using that wants the $500 cash payment? I dare say a quick e-mail to the GM of ACN will clear this up.
Will keep you guys posted....e-mail being sent in the next few minutes.
Is this the point of contact you are using that wants the $500 cash payment? I dare say a quick e-mail to the GM of ACN will clear this up.
Will keep you guys posted....e-mail being sent in the next few minutes.
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Thanks for your input guys!
The money stays here. I am not that crazy about Nigeria anyway,
just checking my options, and better paying job would be worth a little risk. I looked them up on the web and they look solid!
The money stays here. I am not that crazy about Nigeria anyway,
just checking my options, and better paying job would be worth a little risk. I looked them up on the web and they look solid!