British Airways - 787 First Officer - Direct Entry Pilot
British Airways, the nation's flag carrier with over a century of aviation excellence, seeks a dedicated and skilled Direct Entry Pilot to serve as a 787 First Officer. The airline prides itself on connecting Britain with the world, and the world with Britain, offering an exciting and challenging career path for pilots committed to providing a world-class flight experience.
This pilot will play a crucial role in ensuring passenger satisfaction and upholding the highest standards of safety and performance. British Airways recognizes the importance of work-life balance and offers diverse opportunities for career advancement beyond flying, including training and recruitment roles.
Responsibilities:
- Provide the best possible flight experience for each passenger.
- Maintain world-class flying standards.
- Perform to the highest standards in a challenging, dynamic environment.
- Participate in the annual bid process for different fleets and Command positions.
Required Experience and Qualifications:
- Actively flying the Boeing 787 within the last 12 months.
- Hold a current UK-issued CAA Flight Crew Licence ATPL (A), or hold an EASA ATPL (A) licence and meet the “Third Country CPL and ATPL licence conversion requirements” set out by the UK CAA (route 3, 4, 5 or 6).
- Possess a valid Class 1 medical certificate.
- Meet the height requirement between 1.57m (5’2”) and 1.91m (6’3”). Qualified pilots taller than 1.91m may be required to undergo a functionality check.
- Demonstrate a good level of physical fitness.
- Possess spoken and written English proficiency at ICAO level 6.
- Hold a valid passport with a minimum of 12 months before the expiry date.
Compensation and Benefits:
British Airways offers a competitive reward and benefits package, including:
- A dynamic career path with varied roster patterns (night stops, day trips, and tours).
- A company pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution).
- Extensive British Airways worldwide staff travel benefits, including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets.
- Up to 30 discounted 'Hotline' airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family.
- Opportunities to fly on 5 different fleet types (after initial freeze).
- Life insurance benefits.
- A company-funded conversion course/type rating (not bonded).
- Discounts at selected car hire, hotels, and retail stores.
- A range of voluntary benefits for yourself and family members.
- Private medical cover, dental and critical illness cover, Technology scheme, Cycle to Work and Electric/Plug-in Hybrid car scheme.
British Airways is an equal opportunities employer, valuing diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Please Note: Candidates must wait a specified period before reapplying if unsuccessful at various stages of the selection process. Restrictions apply to applying to multiple airlines within the British Airways family simultaneously. Successful candidates will enter a hold pool and receive a maximum of two job offers.
Minimum Criteria To Apply:
- Hold a UK Part-FCL ATPL (or meet the criteria to upgrade to an ATPL during your type rating)
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- Hold an EASA licence and meet the “Third Country CPL and ATPL licence conversion requirements” set out by the UK CAA (route 3, 4, 5 or 6).
To be considered for this opportunity pilots must be actively flying the Boeing 787 only. Pilots currently licenced on Boeing 777/787 but who are only flying the Boeing 777 cannot apply for this opportunity.