A320/21 Type Rated Captain

Aerotime; Gatwick; Remote; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Company pension 10%

Comprehensive private healthcare

Discretionary profit share bonus

Sharesave scheme

Pilot income protection

Peer assistance networks

Industry-leading training

London Luton base at offer stage

Transparent base transfer policy

Job summary

Jet2 is offering an A320/A321 Type Rated Captain role based at London Gatwick, launching in 2026 with five A320 aircraft serving 29 destinations across Europe and the Mediterranean. The position anchors a major fleet renewal programme and long-term opportunities within a growing airline.

The role emphasizes work-life balance, pilot-led support, and a comprehensive benefits package including pension, private healthcare, profit share, and Sharesave.

Qualifications

• 3000 hours total flying time required.
• 1000 PIC hours on A320/A321 family or similar jet aircraft.
• Current Airbus Type Rating.
• UK unfrozen Flight Crew Licence (Class One) required.
• Minimum English Language Proficiency Level 5.
• Current Class One Medical.

Skills

Total flying hours

PIC hours A320/A321

Airbus Type Rating

UK Flight Crew Licence

English proficiency

Class One Medical

Job description

What you will be doing...

14 UK bases, one trusted airline. Your next career move starts here.

Join Jet2 and be part of an airline with a clear vision for the future. As the UK's leading tour operator and third-largest airline, we're delivering one of the most significant fleet renewal programmes in our history, with 155 Airbus A320neo and A321neo aircraft on firm order.

London Gatwick (LGW) is Jet2's newest base, launching in 2026 with five Airbus A320 aircraft serving 29 destinations across Europe and the Mediterranean. As we continue to invest in our fleet, operation and people, there's never been a better time to join us as an A320/A321 Type Rated Captain.

Why Captains Choose Jet2

Work-Life Balance That Matters

We believe a successful flying career should work alongside your life, with an operation designed to support a more balanced and sustainable lifestyle.

Pilots Managing Pilots

Our Pilot Base Managers are current Line Captains, providing practical support from people who understand the realities of the role.

A Stable, Growing Airline

With continued investment in our people, fleet and operation, Jet2 offers long-term opportunities backed by sustainable growth.

A Truly Joined-Up Operation

From local support teams to investment in operational infrastructure, we provide Captains with the support they need to perform at their best.

What We Can Offer You

Alongside a financially secure, award-winning business and company you'll be proud to fly for, we also offer -

• Competitive basic salary, not linked to hours flown, with flight pay and sector pay
• Two Sector days, with AM and PM preference options (subject to availability)
• Company pension contribution of 10%
• Comprehensive private healthcare for you and your family
• Discretionary profit share annual bonus scheme
• The opportunity to share in the success of Jet2 with our employee Sharesave scheme
• Pilot income protection
• Peer assistance networks
• Industry-leading training delivered through our Bradford and Cheadle training centres
• London Luton base confirmed at offer stage
• Transparent base transfer policy

To Apply You'll Need

• 3,000 hours* total flying time
• 1,000 hours* PIC on the A320/A321 family or a similar-sized jet aircraft
• Ideally, recent large jet command experience within the last three years
• A current Airbus Type Rating
• A valid UK unfrozen Flight Crew Licence
• Minimum English Language Proficiency Level 5
• A current Class One Medical

* All hours are reviewed by Jet2 and factorised according to aircraft type.

We welcome applications from current and former RAF Voyager Captains who meet the above experience requirements.

At Jet2, we offer far more than a command position. We provide the opportunity to build a rewarding career with an airline that values balance, support and long-term opportunity. If you're looking for a Captain opportunity that combines genuine work-life balance, pilot-led support, long-term stability and opportunities to develop beyond the flight deck, we'd love to hear from you.

Jet2. Straight Up Careers

Please note: This vacancy is for positions based at London Gatwick only. Opportunities at other Jet2 bases will be advertised separately as they become available.

Closing Date for Applications: 11th December 2026