Captain - A330

Aviation JobSearch Europa; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 674,000 - 675,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education allowance up to AED 40k/55k

Income protection

42 days annual leave

Staff travel benefits

End-of-service benefits

Insurance coverage

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Etihad is seeking a Captain for the A330 to lead safe, secure and efficient flight operations with full command of the aircraft and leadership of crew. The role requires extensive flight time (minimum 7000 hours) and PIC hours, including 2500 PIC hours as commander and 1500 PIC hours on A330, with recent A330 activity and valid type rating.

The candidate must hold an unrestricted ICAO ATPL, current A330 credentials, and a Class 1 medical, with a maximum joining age of 59.

Qualifications

• 7000 hours total flying time required.
• 2500 PIC hours as commander required.
• 1500 PIC hours on A330 required.
• A330 experience within last 12 months.
• A330 type rating valid for joining.
• Unrestricted ICAO ATPL.
• Current on A330.
• Unrestricted Class 1 medical.
• Not over 59 at joining.
• TRE/TRI is an advantage.
• English language fluency Level 4 or higher.
• 75% hours for inflight relief hours counted.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and security of crew, passengers, cargo, and aircraft.
• Exercise full command of the aircraft from taxi-out to engine shutdown.
• Lead flight and cabin crew with strong decision-making and CRM.
• Operate with efficiency and environmental responsibility.
• Deliver On-Time Performance to ensure reliability and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Total hours 7000

PIC hours 2500

PIC hours on type 1500

A330 recent flight

A330 rating valid

ICAO ATPL

A330 current

Class 1 medical

Age <59

TRE/TRI advantage

English level 4+

Hours counting policy 75%

Job description

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.

Direct Employer

Captain - A330

Etihad Verified

United Arab Emirates

Pilot

Captain

Onsite

Full time

AED674,000 - AED674,029

3 days ago

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
• Income protection scheme
• 42 days of annual leave
• Industry-leading staff travel benefits and access to Etihad’s exclusive discounts
• End-of-service benefits
• 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 from any 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 A330, you must meet the criteria below:

• A minimum of 7000 hours total flying time.
• A minimum of 2500 PIC hours as commander.
• A minimum of 1500 PIC hours on type.
• Flown A330 within the last 12 months
• Type rating on A330 should be valid for a minimum of 2 months at the time of joining
• Unrestricted and current ICAO ATPL
• Current on A330
• 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.

To learn more visit www.etihad.com

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