A320/A321 Type Rated Captain

Join the UK’s Which? Recommended Airline - Jet2.com

Jet2.com has achieved the distinguished status of being named a Which? Recommended Provider for 2025, making it the only UK airline to secure this consumer champion recognition once again. With a consistent track record of excellence and the sustained delivery of an award-winning product, this is an opportune moment to join the highly successful Flight Operations team as an A320/A321 Type Rated Captain.

The Opportunity: Competitive Compensation and Career Progression

Jet2.com offers highly competitive Pilot pay and benefits. The company has demonstrated a commitment to its flight deck colleagues through awarded pay rises which, when compounded since 2022, equate to a salary increase exceeding 24%. Crucially, the organisation nurtures the aspirations of its Pilots through swift, merit-based career progression opportunities. Opportunities to take on additional roles in Training, Safety, Technical areas, and people management are frequently available, with suitability and merit prioritized over traditional seniority.

Commitment to a Fulfilling Lifestyle

Jet2.com believes that a successful professional career must be complemented by a fulfilling personal lifestyle. A proactive partnership exists across Flight Operations, supported by dedicated management in each base and a dedicated Crew Development team focused on optimizing lifestyle and benefits. Continuous improvements to Pilot work-life balance are valued, reflecting input from over 95% of Flight Deck Colleagues in the most recent lifestyle survey.

Pilot Rewards and Lifestyle Package Highlights

A competitive, high basic salary structure, independent of flight hours.
Substantial salary increases, totaling a compound increase of over 24% since 2022.
Guaranteed stable basing, confirmed at the point of offer.
Transparent base transfer policy based on seniority of request, post-training.
Rosters are published up to eight weeks in advance.
A sustainable roster pattern predominantly featuring two-sector days, ensuring Captains are home most nights.
The provision of three Requested Days Off (RDOs) per month to secure time off for special occasions, without needing to utilize annual leave allowance.
A rotating priority leave booking system offering 37 days of annual leave per annum for full-time colleagues.
Live free bidding for annual leave with instant confirmation, not based on seniority.
Comprehensive ‘Medical History Disregarded’ Private Healthcare.
A highly advantageous contributory pension scheme, including a 10% Company contribution.
Discretionary Colleague profit share scheme.
A financially stable, award-winning business with an unrivalled focus on Crew Development.

Essential Requirements for A320/A321 Captains

Successful candidates for the role of A320/A321 Type Rated Captain must possess the following minimum qualifications:

A valid UK issued Pilots Licence (EASA/UK CAA).
Minimum English Language Proficiency (ELP) Level 5.
A current Class One Medical certificate with a minimum of six months validity remaining at the start date.
A current and valid A320/A321 Type Rating.
A minimum of 3,000 flying hours accrued.
A minimum of 1,000 hours of Command time (factorised) either on type or on a similar size and configuration Jet aircraft.

Qualified aviators who wish to join this celebrated UK airline on the next stage of its journey are encouraged to submit their application promptly.