Blue Islands, the Channel Islands Airline, is seeking experienced and highly motivated ATR 72 Type Rated Captains to join its team. As the airline embarks on an exciting new phase, evolving its fleet to the next generation ATR 72-600 series aircraft in 2025, it seeks dedicated professionals to contribute to its mission of providing year-round, sustainable air connectivity to and from the Channel Islands. Based in Guernsey or Jersey, the Captain will play a vital role in ensuring the socio-economic wellbeing of the beautiful island communities.
Blue Islands operates 900 flights per month utilizing its ATR fleet, providing scheduled flights across a regional network. In addition to scheduled services, the airline undertakes ad-hoc and series charter flights throughout the UK and Europe for tour operators and top-flight sports teams.
This is a permanent, direct entry Captain role within a friendly team of 100 dedicated individuals. The position offers the opportunity to live in Jersey, a unique and desirable location with a short commute. Blue Islands offers a competitive benefits package, including a competitive salary with annual review, staff travel with confirmed seats, private health care, pension, life cover, and free on-site airport parking. The airline also promotes a healthy work-life balance, with typical AM or PM shifts, home base returns most nights, and no flying on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, or New Year's Day. Opportunities for additional responsibility are available within the safety, training, and compliance teams.