British Airways | Captain

BA Cityflyer Captain Job Description

BA Cityflyer is embarking on a key phase of growth, actively 'Building a Better Cityflyer'. The airline takes immense pride in its history while focusing on the future as a carrier that embodies the best qualities of modern Britain – its creativity, diversity, style, wit, and warmth. This role offers an opportunity to become a vital part of the airline's evolving story.

For a BA Cityflyer Captain, customer service is paramount. The primary objective is to deliver an exceptional flight experience, connecting business and leisure customers directly to the heart of London. The role requires flexibility within a close-knit team to support a dynamic seven-day-a-week operation, encompassing business, charter, and leisure flights on a varied roster that includes day trips, night stops, and tours.

Operating the Embraer 190 aircraft into London City Airport, serving a high-value and sophisticated customer base, involves navigating one of the world's most challenging operating environments. Consequently, pilots are expected to maintain the highest professional standards at all times. BA Cityflyer seeks high-calibre pilots who possess the drive to provide industry-defining standards of customer service within this demanding yet exciting context.

Opportunities for career development within BA Cityflyer may also be available.

Benefits

BA Cityflyer offers a comprehensive package of industry-leading benefits, including:

• Permanent contract with full terms and conditions effective from the first day of employment.
• Company-funded conversion course/type rating (subject to a bond).
• Private Medical Scheme.
• Medical and licence renewals paid by BA Cityflyer.
• Company pension scheme (up to 12% employer contribution).
• Loss of Licence scheme upon joining.
• Life Assurance.
• Company car leasing scheme and Cycle to Work scheme.
• 30 days annual leave, increasing to 35 days after 7 years of completed service.
• Extensive British Airways worldwide staff travel benefits upon joining.
• Up to 30 discounted ‘Hotline’ airfares per year for the employee, friends, and family.
• Discounts at selected car hire companies, hotels, and retail stores.

BA Cityflyer is committed to sustainable employment and operates as an equal opportunities employer. The airline values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. This job description outlines the essential information regarding the scope and nature of the work but is not exhaustive of all qualifications, skills, duties, or responsibilities.

Minimum Criteria to Apply

Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Hold a current UK CAA Part-FCL licence ATPL(A) or demonstrate the ability to convert to a UK licence using the CAA EASA transfer process (route 5 or 6).
• Possess a current type rating with a minimum of 4000 hours total flying time, including 1500 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC) of a commercial jet/turbo prop multi-crew aircraft. The 1500 hours PIC must be on an aircraft with an MTOW of 20,000kg or greater and will not include any PICUS hours.
• Hold ICAO English language proficiency level 6.
• Possess a valid ME Instrument rating.
• Hold a valid Class 1 Medical (valid for 6 months after the date of joining).
• An E-Jet type rating is desirable but not essential.
• Currently operating as a Captain is desirable.

Hours and ratings will be verified during screening and assessment processes. Candidates should refer to the full job description for complete criteria.

Supporting Documentation

Applicants are required to upload copies of their Licence, Class 1 Medical, and the last 3 pages of their logbook to the supporting files section when submitting their application. Information on Third Country CPL and ATPL licence conversion requirements is available via the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).

Important Notes

• Candidates who were not successful at initial screening, video interview, capacity testing, or assessment centre stages may reapply for the pilot recruitment campaign after 6 months from their most recent assessment date. This updated timeframe reflects changes to the assessment process. Candidates unsuccessful at the simulator (SIM) stage must wait 12 months before reapplying.
• Applicants may apply to only one airline within the British Airways family (British Airways, Euroflyer, or Cityflyer) at any given time. If unsuccessful in one campaign, reapplication to any of the three airlines within the British Airways family is not permitted until the specified reapplication period has elapsed.