B737 Type Rated Captain

West Atlantic AB; England; Hybrid; GBP 79,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

28 days annual leave

Free parking

Hotel accommodation

Job summary

West Atlantic UK, based at East Midlands Airport, is hiring experienced B737 Type Rated Captains. This role provides a unique opportunity to operate cargo flights supporting vital logistics services across the UK and Europe, with an attractive 7 days on, 7 days off roster.

Captains will manage safe operations while enjoying a competitive salary and benefits including training costs covered, private medical care, and career progression opportunities as Type Rating Instructors or Examiners.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK required.
• Valid UK CAA Class 1 Medical essential.
• Current Boeing 737 Type Rating is mandatory.
• Previous cargo operations experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and efficient aircraft operation.
• Deliver scheduled cargo operations and ad-hoc charter services.
• Participate in team-based operational excellence.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Operational excellence

Night flying

Cargo operations

Education

UK CAA ATPL or CPL

Boeing 737 Type Rating

ICAO English Proficiency Level 5

Job description

B737 Type Rated Captain East Midlands Airport

Join West Atlantic UK – One Week On, One Week Off

Base: East Midlands Airport (EMA)

Are you an experienced Boeing 737 Captain looking for a fresh challenge, greater work-life balance, and the opportunity to play a vital role in the UK's logistics network?

West Atlantic UK is seeking experienced B737 Type Rated Captains to join our growing operation at East Midlands Airport. As one of the UK's leading cargo airlines, we operate critical services for some of the world's most recognised logistics providers, including Royal Mail, UPS and FedEx, ensuring millions of parcels reach their destinations every day.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a professional, supportive team while enjoying a highly attractive 7 days on / 7 days off fixed roster, excellent benefits, and genuine career progression opportunities.

Why Join West Atlantic UK?

Cargo flying offers a unique and rewarding alternative to passenger operations. Our crews enjoy varied flying, operational challenges, and the satisfaction of supporting essential supply chains across the UK, Europe, and beyond.

At West Atlantic UK, you'll operate our fleet of Boeing 737-800 and 737-400 freighters, delivering time-critical cargo services and ad-hoc charter flights carrying everything from automotive parts and musical equipment to specialist and dangerous goods.

What We Offer

• Fixed 7 days on / 7 days off roster
• Outstanding work-life balance with every other week free
• Extremely competitive salary package
• Full-time and part-time contract options available
• Career progression opportunities including:
  • Type Rating Instructor (TRI)
  • Type Rating Examiner (TRE)
  • Additional operational and management roles
• Operations throughout the UK and Europe
• Private medical care
• Family-friendly policies and parental leave support
• Peer support programme with internal and external resources
• Free parking at East Midlands Airport
• Hotel accommodation and breakfast provided when operating away from base
• Training costs covered, with repayment linked to service rather than salary deductions
• 28 days annual leave

The Role

As a B737 Captain with West Atlantic UK, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of our aircraft while supporting some of the world's leading logistics and freight providers.

You’ll work within a highly experienced team delivering scheduled cargo operations and ad-hoc charter services across multiple international destinations.

Our flying predominantly takes place overnight, making this an ideal opportunity for pilots who enjoy a different operational environment from traditional passenger airline schedules.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking professional, safety-focused Captains who thrive in a team environment and are committed to delivering operational excellence.

• Right to work in the UK
• UK CAA ATPL or CPL with appropriate command privileges
• Current Boeing 737 Type Rating (Classic or NG)
• Valid UK CAA Class 1 Medical
• ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 5 or above
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to operate night schedules
• Previous cargo operations experience

Recruitment Process

Successful candidates will be required to complete:

• Company interview
• Simulator assessment
• Pre-employment background checks

Applicants must be able to provide verifiable employment and activity history covering the previous five years.

Terms and Conditions

Salary - £87,623

Away from base £1.85 for every hour away from base

Additional air mileage payment per flight

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