First Officer - A320

TALENTMATE; Abu Dhabi; Presencial; AED 400 000 - 550 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Education allowance

Income protection scheme

End-of-service benefits

Staff travel benefits

Insurance coverage

Resumo da oferta

Etihad Airways in Abu Dhabi is recruiting an A320 First Officer to support the Captain and the flight deck team. You will contribute to safe, secure, and efficient operations while participating in ongoing training and leadership development for future command.

Join a growing network with a commitment to excellence, a tax-free annual package, housing allowances, and extensive travel benefits as part of a long-term aviation career with Etihad.

Qualificações

• Flown any A320 family aircraft within the last 12 months.
• ATPL or frozen ATPL with ICAO validation.
• Unrestricted Class 1 medical is typical for line pilots.

Responsabilidades

• Assist the Captain in flight preparation, navigation, and operation.
• Maintain continuous aircraft position awareness for safe navigation.
• Communicate clearly to support safe and efficient decision-making.
• Uphold high standards of discipline and professional appearance.
• In Captain incapacitation scenarios, assume command per procedures.

Conhecimentos

English language fluency

Teamwork

Leadership potential

Professionalism

Formação académica

Unrestricted ATPL or frozen ATPL

ATPL knowledge exam completion

Ferramentas

Glass cockpit experience

FMS/AP/automation

Descrição da oferta de emprego

• Income protection scheme
• End-of-service benefits

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 First Officer, you’ll be part of an airline committed to developing the next generation of aviation leaders. Operating one of the world’s youngest and most modern fleets, you’ll benefit from world-class training, a strong safety culture, and a clear pathway to Captain as the airline continues to grow. Based in Abu Dhabi, you’ll enjoy a vibrant lifestyle, tax-free salary, comprehensive benefits, concessionary travel, and exceptional opportunities to build a long-term career with Etihad.

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 513,732 (USD 138,318) 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 First Officer with Etihad, you are a key part of the flight deck team, supporting the Captain in ensuring the safe, secure, and efficient operation of every flight. You are expected to demonstrate professionalism, technical skill, and strong teamwork while developing your leadership capability for future command.

• Assist the Captain in all aspects of flight preparation, navigation, and operation, ensuring compliance with Etihad’s operating procedures and regulatory standards
• Maintain a continuous and independent check of aircraft position, terrain, and weather to support safe navigation at all times
• Provide clear communication, advice, and support to the Captain to contribute to safe and efficient decision‑making
• Uphold high standards of discipline, conduct, and personal appearance, representing Etihad professionally in every environment
• In the event of Captain incapacitation, assume command in accordance with rank and company procedures

What You’ll Bring

To be considered for the role of A320 First Officer, you must meet either Criteria A or Criteria B, in addition to the General Eligibility criteria below.

Criteria A

• Minimum 2,000 hours total flying time
• Minimum 1,500 hours on multi‑crew, glass cockpit MPA (1)
• Minimum 500 hours on type

Criteria B

• Minimum 1,500 hours total flying time
• Minimum 1,000 hours on any A320 family aircraft

General Eligibility

• Flown any A320 family aircraft within the last 12 months
• Type rating on A320 valid for at least 2 more months at the time of joining
• Unrestricted ATPL or valid frozen ATPL (2) issued by an ICAO member state
• Unrestricted, current Class 1 medical
• Must not have attained the age of 50 on the day of joining
• English language fluency (written and verbal) – ICAO Level 4 or better
• Glass Cockpit: aircraft with a FMS coupled to APFDS
• Holders of Frozen ATPL License (CPL) must present the results of ATPL Theoretical Knowledge Exam and an integrated ATPL course completion certificate

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.

Job Details

Role Level: Mid-Level Work Type: Full-Time Country: United Arab Emirates City: Abu Dhabi Company Website: http://www.etihad.com Job Function: Others Company Industry/

Sector: Airlines and Aviation