Business Jet Pilot - Birmingham, UK
A career in business jet aviation offers a challenging and varied profession that demands a wide array of skills. This is an extremely interesting and rewarding career path for individuals with a core passion for flying. Our organization seeks to employ exceptionally talented pilots with a wealth of previous experience and the necessary licences and ratings.
Safety is paramount in all flight operations. This position is for an individual who prioritizes safety in every decision. Flights are predominantly conducted under Commercial Air Transport (Part-CAT), adhering to stringent safety margins.
This permanent, full-time position is based at Birmingham, UK, operating on a fixed roster of seven days on and five days off. The role primarily involves flying within Europe, with potential for worldwide operations given the company holds a Worldwide Air Operator Certificate (AOC). Previous worldwide operational experience is considered a distinct advantage.
Key Responsibilities
- Demonstrate excellent flying ability, strong interpersonal communication, and sound decision-making skills.
- Consistently deliver the highest level of customer care, demonstrating exceptional service delivery and strong commercial awareness.
- Maintain an immaculate professional appearance at all times.
- Uphold the highest operational and safety standards, showcasing exceptional Crew Resource Management (CRM) skills.
- Prioritize customer service excellence and operational efficiency.
- Operate aircraft in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Company Operations Manuals, and the Aircraft Flight Manual.
- Operate the aircraft in compliance with the Operations Manual, ensuring the aircraft’s maintenance state remains compliant for flight.
- Coordinate and manage team tasks to achieve safe and satisfactory outcomes, ensuring standard and emergency procedures comply with regulations.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the company Operations Manual, relevant national and international aviation law, and accepted aviation practices and procedures.
- Offer flexibility as required.
Required Qualifications and Skills
- EMB550 type rating.
- Business / Executive VVIP aviation background (preferred).
- Excellent customer service skills.
- High operational standards, safety awareness, and exceptional crew resource management skills.
- An entrepreneurial mindset and strong commercial spirit.
- Highly organised and motivated.
- Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.
- UK CAA Flight Crew License (UK and EASA FCL ideal).
- UK Class 1 aviation medical (UK and EASA ideal).
- A minimum of 1000 hours total time.
- Right to live and work in the UK.
- English proficiency level 5 or above.