First Officer Assessment Event

The role

• You ll be responsible for the safety and security of the aircraft, passengers and cargo on board, as far as their duties are concerned; and in the absence of the Commander for any reason.
• Maintain familiarity with Etihad s Operations Manual as necessary to fulfil your role both professionally and safely.
• Assist the commander as requested, concerning any administrative duties in relation to the flight.
• Support the Commander in the maintenance of a proper standard of crew discipline, conduct and personal appearance.
• Carry out such duties concerning the flight in accordance with Etihad s operating policies and procedures, as are allocated to him by the Commander.
• Confirm the safe navigation of the aircraft, maintaining a continuous and independent check upon both the geographical position of the aircraft ensuring safe terrain and weather clearance.
• Conduct the flight in compliance with the current flight plan, SOPs and the Commander s instructions when the Commander is not at the controls, and to subsequently notify the Commander of any change to the current flight plan, ATC or geographical position upon their return.
• Provide such advice, information and assistance without hesitation if required, to the Commander as may contribute favorably towards the safe and efficient conduct of the flight.
• Maintain high personal standard of discipline, conduct and appearance as a representative of Etihad Airways at all times.
• In the event of Commander incapacitation, the highest-ranking Co-Pilot assigned to the flight shall assume command.

What you ll bring

• Minimum of 2500 hours total flying time.
• Minimum of 1500 hours on multi crew, glass cockpit (1) or high-performance military jet.
• Minimum 1000 hours on A330, A340, A350, A380.
• Type rating on any Airbus FBW should be valid for a minimum of 2 months at the time of joining.
• ICAO current and unrestricted ATPL. We do not accept Frozen ATPL unless held by a UAE citizen.
• Flown any Airbus FBW within the last 12 month.
• If current on A320, a previous type-rating on A350/A380 is required.
• Unrestricted, current Class 1 medical.
• Maximum age limit is 50 years old.
• 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.