Accelerated Command - Pilot

Emirates; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international airline is seeking motivated pilots to join their flight deck. As a First Officer, you’ll enjoy an enhanced salary package with an accelerated command upgrade pathway. Candidates should have significant flying experience and valid certifications. The role offers excellent benefits, including tax-free salary, insurance, and travel perks.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vacation & Paid Time Off

Concessional staff travel airline tickets

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5,000 hours of total flying time required.
• At least 2,000 hours command time on multi-crew commercial jet aircraft.
• Current captain with 1,000 hours PIC on Boeing or Airbus.

Responsibilities

• Operate Boeing or Airbus aircraft based on training.
• Ensure passenger safety and comfort during flights.
• Manage flight crew and collaborate with ground control.

Skills

Flight operation management

Team collaboration

Emergency response management

Customer service

Education

Valid ICAO ATPL

Job description

Company Introduction :

From its global hub in Dubai, Emirates is the award-winning airline serving customers on six continents, providing high-quality air transport services that facilitate tourism and trade. The airline has earned customer recognition for its industry-leading services on the ground and in the sky, delivered by a passionate workforce representing over 160 nations. Emirates operates the world’s largest fleet of wide-body Boeing 777 and Airbus A380 aircraft, offering spacious cabins and iconic inflight features such as its A380 Shower Spa, Onboard Lounge, and the ice inflight entertainment system available in all seats with up to 6,500 channels of on-demand, multi-language content.

Be part of a new pilot era with Emirates

Exciting changes are on the horizon for Emirates' next generation of pilots. We’re looking for motivated pilots to join the Emirates flight deck during this exciting period of opportunity and growth. We have ambitious plans for the future and seek the best pilots to operate our modern fleet of aircraft.

With enhanced benefits and improved eligibility criteria, there’s never been a better time to become an Emirates pilot.

Alongside growing your career with the world’s largest international airline, you’ll enjoy a generous tax-free salary, rent-free accommodation, Provident Fund contributions, education allowances, excellent medical and dental coverage, chauffeur-driven transport to work, and fantastic travel benefits for you and your family.

If you’re seeking a game-changing career opportunity, we want to meet you.

Description of the Position

Accelerated Command - This is a unique opportunity to join as a Boeing or Airbus First Officer with an enhanced salary package and an accelerated command upgrade pathway. If you meet the standards and perform well, you will be eligible for accelerated command via an assessment process and upgrade course.

What the Company offers

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Discounts across leisure and retail outlets
• Life Insurance
• Vacation & Paid Time Off
• Concessional staff travel airline tickets

Min Salary

Minimum basic salary: AED 31,640 (~USD 8,621), not inclusive of flying pay.

Max Salary

Dependent on position held.

Min required experience

To join our Accelerated Command program, you need:

• Minimum of 5,000 hours of total flying time (excluding P3, rotary, and single/multi-engine piston aircraft).
• Minimum of 2,000 hours command time on fixed-wing, multi-crew commercial jet aircraft with MTOW > 50 tonnes.
• Currently flying as a captain with at least 1,000 hours PIC on Boeing or Airbus aircraft.
• At least 150 hours in the past 12 months on type.
• Valid ICAO ATPL with matching Authority Class 1 Medical.
• ICAO English Level 5 or above.