Captain - A320

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 404,000 - 674,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education allowance

Staff travel benefits

Housing allowance

42 days annual leave

Relocation support

Job summary

Etihad Airways is seeking a Captain to lead the operation of the A320 fleet from Abu Dhabi, ensuring safety, efficiency, and outstanding guest experience. You will command the aircraft, lead the crew, and uphold Etihad’s high standards across every flight.

Ideal candidates will have extensive flying hours on the A320 family, current ATPL with unrestricted medical, and recent experience in a glass cockpit environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5500 hours total flying time.
• Minimum 2500 PIC hours on multi-crew glass cockpit.
• Minimum 1500 PIC hours on one of the A320 Family.
• Flown A320 family within the last 12 months.
• A320 type rating valid for a minimum of 2 months at the time of joining.
• Unrestricted and current ICAO ATPL.
• Current on A320.
• Unrestricted and current Class 1 medical.
• Have not attained the age of 59 years on the day of joining.
• Current TRE/TRI is an advantage.
• English Language Fluency (written and verbal) Level 4 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and security of crew, passengers, cargo, and aircraft at all times.
• Exercise full command of the aircraft from taxi-out to final engine shutdown.
• Lead the flight and cabin crew, demonstrating strong decision-making and effective crew resource management.
• Operate with efficiency and environmental responsibility, in line with company fuel and sustainability policies.
• Deliver consistent On Time Performance to meet Etihad’s commitment to reliability and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Crew leadership

Decision making

Crew resource management

Environmental awareness

Education

ICAO ATPL

A320 type rating

Class 1 medical

Tools

A320 Family

Glass cockpit

Job description

It’s an exciting time to join Etihad. We continue to grow at pace, with our network expanding, new aircraft joining the fleet, and ambitious plans to double our fleet by 2030. As one of the world’s fastest-growing airlines, we’re investing in our people, our operations, and the future of aviation.

As a Captain, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the next chapter of our growth, leading one of the world’s youngest and most modern fleets while upholding the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and operational excellence. Based in Abu Dhabi, you’ll enjoy a vibrant lifestyle, tax-free salary, comprehensive benefits, concessionary travel, and outstanding opportunities to develop your career, including leadership, training, fleet management, and wider Flight Operations roles.

What we offer

Etihad provides a competitive, tax-free package designed to reward performance and support your lifestyle in Abu Dhabi. Your annual package includes basic salary, flying pay, housing allowance, and layover and meal allowances, with the potential to earn up to AED 674,029 (USD 181,589)per year based on 75 flying hours per month. Your salary includes performance-based annual increments, complemented by a comprehensive range of benefits:

• Education allowance of up to AED 40,000 for primary and AED 55,000 for secondary per child, for up to three children
• 42 days of annual leave
• Industry-leading staff travel benefits and access to Etihad’s exclusive discounts
• Accidental and life insurance coverage
• Etihad supports candidates relocating to Abu Dhabi through initiatives such as a shipping container allowance, settling-in support, and family travel benefits fromany location in the world

The Role

As a Captain with Etihad, you hold ultimate authority for the safe, secure, and efficient operation of every flight. You are entrusted with technical command of the aircraft, leadership of the crew, and the responsibility to uphold Etihad’s highest standards of professionalism.

• Ensure the safety and security of crew, passengers, cargo, and aircraft at all times
• Exercise full command of the aircraft from taxi-out to final engine shutdown
• Lead the flight and cabin crew, demonstrating strong decision-making and effective crew resource management
• Operate with efficiency and environmental responsibility, in line with company fuel and sustainability policies
• Deliver consistent On Time Performance to meet Etihad’s commitment to reliability and guest satisfaction

What you'll bring

To be considered for the role of Captain A320, you must meet the criteria below:

• A minimum of5500 hours total flying time.
• A minimum of 2500 PIC hours on multi crew, glass cockpit (1)
• Aminimum of 1500 PIC hours on one of the A320 Family
• Flown A320 family within the last 12 months
• Type rating on A320 should be valid for a minimum of 2 months at the time of joining
• Unrestricted and current ICAOATPL
• Current on A320
• Unrestricted and current Class 1 medical
• Have not attained the age of 59 years on the day of joining
• Current TRE/TRI is an advantage
• English Language Fluency (written and verbal) Level 4 or higher
• In case of hours accumulated on flights with inflight relief, 75% of the total hours shall be counted towards the required minimum

(1) Glass Cockpit: aircraft with a FMS coupled to APFDS

Additional Information

Etihad Airways is more than the UAE’s national airline - we’re shaping the future of global aviation. From our hub in Abu Dhabi, our pilots fly one of the world’s most modern and efficient fleets, operating across six continents and connecting people and cultures every day. As we advance our “Journey 2030” ambition to double our fleet and expand our global network, we’re creating unparalleled opportunities for pilots to grow, lead and fly at the highest level. Join us and take your career to new horizons with an airline built for the future.