Captain A320

About the role

Etihad Airways is recruiting a Captain for its A320 fleet, based in Abu Dhabi. The Captain holds ultimate authority for the safe, secure and efficient operation of every flight, with technical command of the aircraft, leadership of the crew and responsibility for upholding the airline's standards of professionalism.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and security of crew, passengers, cargo and aircraft at all times
• Exercise full command of the aircraft from taxi-out to final engine shutdown
• Lead the flight and cabin crew, with strong decision-making and effective crew resource management
• Operate efficiently and responsibly, in line with company fuel and sustainability policies
• Deliver consistent On Time Performance

Required profile

• Minimum 5,500 total flying hours
• Minimum 2,500 PIC hours on multi-crew, glass-cockpit aircraft
• Minimum 1,500 PIC hours on the A320 family, flown within the last 12 months
• A320 type rating valid for at least 2 months at the time of joining
• Unrestricted, current ICAO ATPL and current Class 1 medical
• Under 59 years old on the day of joining
• Current TRE/TRI is an advantage
• English fluency (written and verbal) at CEFR Level 4 or higher

What we offer

• Tax-free package: basic salary, flying pay, housing allowance, and layover and meal allowances, with potential earnings of up to AED 674,029 per year at 75 flying hours per month
• Performance-based annual increments
• Education allowance of up to AED 40,000 for primary and AED 55,000 for secondary per child, for up to three children
• Income protection scheme, 42 days of annual leave, end-of-service benefits and accidental and life insurance
• Staff travel benefits and exclusive discounts, relocation support including a shipping container allowance and settling-in support