A320 First Officer - Avion Express
Company Overview
Avion Express stands as a premier narrow-body ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) and charter operator, recognized for its successful partnerships with clients across diverse global regions including Europe, Africa, Asia-Pacific, and South America. The company is committed to operational excellence and client satisfaction, continuously expanding its global footprint.
Position Summary
Avion Express is actively seeking highly qualified and experienced A320 First Officers to enhance its flight operations team. This critical role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for aviation professionals to contribute to a dynamic and multicultural operational environment, supporting the company's worldwide charter and ACMI services.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Prospective candidates must meet the following essential criteria:
- Possession of a valid EASA ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot License) or Frozen ATPL (Commercial Pilot License with ATPL theoretical knowledge credit).
- A current EASA Class 1 Flight Crew Medical Certificate.
- A valid A320 Type Rating is mandatory.
- Demonstrated English language proficiency at ICAO Level 4 or higher.
- A minimum of 1000 hours of total flying experience.
- A minimum of 500 hours of flying experience on the A320 type.
- Unrestricted right to live and work within the European Union.
- Ability to provide a comprehensive statement of no accidents or incidents from previous employment.
- A clean criminal record is required.
- Submission of a letter of license verification from the issuing Authority.
Compensation & Benefits
Avion Express offers a highly competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits package designed to attract and retain top-tier aviation talent:
- Attractive Joining Bonus: A significant joining bonus of 10,000 Euros is offered for successful candidates who commence employment by mid-July.
- Competitive Salary Structure:
- First Officer: A fixed monthly payment of 5,500 Euros, complemented by block hour payments commencing from the first hour flown.
- Senior First Officer: A fixed monthly payment of 6,000 Euros, complemented by block hour payments commencing from the first hour flown.
- Indefinite service contracts, ensuring long-term career stability and security.
- Comprehensive Loss of License Insurance.
- Clear pathways for Command Upgrades, fostering career progression.
- Guaranteed monthly payments throughout the year.
- Additional block hour payment scheme.
- One paid month of vacation annually, typically scheduled during the low season.
- Recognition through a Long Service Bonus.
- Stable year-round operations, including during winter periods.
- Access to world-class training programs and facilities.
- Travel health insurance coverage.
- High-quality accommodation provided in primary hotels or apartments while on duty.
- Extensive professional development opportunities within various airline departments, including Training, Security, Quality, and Safety.
- Provision of travel tickets for commuting to the place of duty and returning home.
- A highly competitive roster pattern and rotation schedule.
- Exposure to worldwide flight operations within a diverse, multicultural professional environment.