First Officer - Aer Lingus UK (Manchester)
Aer Lingus UK, a distinguished "4-Star" airline, seeks a dedicated and skilled First Officer to join their team at their Manchester base. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exceptional travel experience, ensuring passenger safety and enjoyment. The successful candidate will join Ireland’s respected airline and embark on a fulfilling career path. A320 candidates have the opportunity to gain an A330 type rating through a company provided CCQ.
The First Officer will prioritize the safety and well-being of all customers and crew, upholding the highest safety standards. They will address customer queries with empathy and professionalism, striving to exceed passenger expectations. Collaboration with fellow flight and cabin crew will be essential for ensuring efficient operations.
Aer Lingus UK offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes an attractive salary, a 10% employer pension contribution, staff travel concessions, discounted uniform dry cleaning, a bonded CCQ for A320 candidates, access to a health and wellbeing app, and death in service insurance.
Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years of age, eligible to live and work in the UK without restriction, and able to obtain necessary US visas. They must hold a valid passport, be able to report for duty within 120 minutes when on standby, and possess a UK ATPL or ATPL(f) license, along with an A330 or A320 type rating. Time on type requirements are flexible for the A330, and 2,500 hours on the A320 for those requiring the CCQ. A valid LPC upon commencement, fluency in spoken and written English (ELP level 5), and flexibility to work shifts are required. Candidates must also pass airport security vetting.
The recruitment process involves CV and document submission, a telephone interview, a Teams interview with Aer Lingus UK, psychometric and aptitude evaluations, a simulator assessment, and intoxicant screening.