Airbus A330 Captain Opportunity in Shanghai, China
An exciting opportunity is available for experienced Airbus A330 Captains to join an airline based in Shanghai, China. This position offers a renewable three-year contract for qualified aviation professionals.
Position Details:
- Position: Captain
- Aircraft Type: Airbus
- Aircraft Model: A330
- Contract Period: 3 years (renewable)
- Location: China
- Base: Shanghai
- Day-off Program: Non-commuting
Key Requirements:
The airline seeks highly qualified pilots meeting the following criteria:
- A minimum of 5,500 total hours of Pilot-in-Command (PIC) flight time.
- At least 500 hours of PIC time on the Airbus A330 type.
- Must have flown within the last 6 months.
- Possesses a valid ICAO ATPL with an A330 type rating.
- License must be issued by a country that has diplomatic relations with the People’s Republic of China.
- No limitations on the license (e.g., VMC circle to land restriction).
- Ability to perform ILS CAT I landings.
- Holds a valid Class A / Class One Medical Certificate.
- Achieved ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4 or higher, or possess English proficiency stated on the license.
- Nationality from a country maintaining diplomatic relations with the People’s Republic of China.
- No history of flight incidents/accidents or criminal record.
- Last flight on the Airbus A330 type must be within the last 4 years.
- Holds a valid License Proficiency Check (LPC).
Compensation & Benefits:
The successful candidate will receive a competitive remuneration package and benefits:
- Annual Salary Package: Up to US$211,000 per year plus overtime opportunities.
- Monthly Salary: US$19,500 per calendar month.
- Guaranteed Flight Hours: 75 hours per calendar month.
- Hourly Rate: US$345 per hour for hours flown.
- Roster Pattern: 21 days on / 10 days off.
- Annual Leave: 15 days.
- Annual Bonus: US$2,000 per month, paid at the end of each contract year after line check-out.
- Travel Benefits: 12 annual flight tickets on China Eastern Airlines for the pilot and immediate family members.
- Accommodation & Ground Transportation: Provided by the airline on layover. Pilots are responsible for accommodation at base.
- Extra Air Travel Allowance: US$1,000 (paid after the initial 3-month training period).
- Living Allowance: US$2,500 per month (paid after the initial 3-month training period).
(Please note: Detailed terms and conditions are subject to the actual contract.)
Application Process:
Interested and qualified Captains are invited to apply. Applicants should be prepared to submit the following documents:
- Comprehensive Resume
- Copy of a valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
- Copy of a valid ATPL including the type rating page (minimum 6 months validity ideally)
- Copy of a valid Medical Check Certificate (Class A / Class One)
- Last Proficiency Check Report (within one year)
- Logbook - last 6 pages
- Airline Application Form (available upon online registration)
Candidates may register as an online member to upload documents or submit them through the designated application channel for processing.