Airline Pilot

Info Resume Edge; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An aviation company based in the UK is looking for a skilled Airline Pilot to operate commercial aircraft safely. You will be responsible for conducting pre-flight checks, navigating during the flight, and ensuring the safety of passengers and crew. The ideal candidate holds a valid CPL or ATPL and possesses strong communication and decision-making skills. This role demands availability for irregular hours and is open to pilots with a minimum of 1,500 flight hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1,500 flight hours for commercial operations.
• Strong knowledge of navigation and aircraft systems.
• Physically fit to pass aviation medical assessments.

Responsibilities

• Operate aircraft safely in compliance with regulations.
• Conduct pre-flight checks including weather and aircraft condition.
• Monitor aircraft systems and respond to in-flight issues.

Skills

Aviation safety standards

Communication skills

Decision-making

Situational awareness

Leadership abilities

Education

Valid commercial pilot license (CPL) or airline transport pilot license (ATPL)

Tools

Electronic flight bags (EFB)

Flight planning systems

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and safety-focused Airline Pilot to operate commercial aircraft in accordance with aviation regulations and company procedures. The ideal candidate will ensure the safety and comfort of passengers and crew while delivering exceptional operational performance and professionalism throughout all phases of flight.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate aircraft safely and efficiently, ensuring full compliance with all aviation laws, regulations, and company policies.

• Conduct thorough pre-flight checks, including reviewing weather reports, flight plans, fuel requirements, and aircraft condition.

• Monitor aircraft systems during flight and respond to any in-flight issues or emergencies.

• Communicate effectively with air traffic control and ground operations.

• Navigate and control the aircraft during takeoff, cruise, and landing phases.

• Maintain logs of flight details, including hours flown, incidents, and maintenance issues.

• Make sound decisions under pressure, prioritizing passenger and crew safety.

• Ensure excellent cockpit resource management (CRM) and teamwork with co-pilot and cabin crew.

• Stay current on all required certifications, simulator training, and recurrent checks.

Requirements:

• Valid commercial pilot license (CPL) or airline transport pilot license (ATPL) with current type rating.

• Minimum [X] flight hours (typically 1,500+ for commercial operations).

• Strong knowledge of aviation safety standards, meteorology, navigation, and aircraft systems.

• Excellent decision-making and situational awareness skills.

• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork abilities.

• Ability to work irregular hours, weekends, and holidays.

• Physically fit and able to pass aviation medical assessments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Type-rated on specific aircraft (e.g., Boeing 737, Airbus A320, etc.).

• Experience in international and long-haul operations.

• Prior military or cargo flight experience (optional but valued).

• Proficiency with electronic flight bags (EFB) and flight planning systems.