Jet2.com, a Which? Recommended Provider for 2024 and the only UK airline to achieve this prestigious status, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated A320/1 Type Rated Captain to join its expanding team. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award-winning, financially stable business renowned for its commitment to crew development and a supportive work environment.
The successful candidate will possess a valid UK-issued Pilot's Licence with a minimum ELP Level 5 and a current Class One Medical certificate with at least six months of validity. They must also hold a current A320/1 Type Rating with a minimum of 3,000 flying hours, including 1,000 hours of Command time (factorised) on type or on a similar-sized and configured jet aircraft.
Jet2.com offers a highly competitive pilot compensation and benefits package, including a high basic salary, not dependent on hours flown, coupled with annual company pay reviews. Pilots have received several pay rises, resulting in a compounded salary increase of over 24% since 2022. The airline fosters career progression opportunities based on merit, with frequent opportunities to take on additional roles in Training, Safety, Technical areas, and people management.
Jet2.com is committed to providing a fulfilling lifestyle for its pilots, offering stable basing confirmed at the point of offer and a transparent base transfer policy based on seniority of request post-training. The company promotes a sustainable lifestyle with mostly two-sector days, allowing pilots to be home most nights. Rosters are published up to eight weeks in advance, with three requested days off per month. The airline utilizes a rotating priority leave booking system, offering 37 days of annual leave for full-time colleagues and live free bidding for annual leave with instant confirmation, not based on seniority, along with winter leave options.
Additional benefits include comprehensive medical history disregarded private healthcare, a discretionary colleague profit-share scheme, a contributory pension scheme with a 10% company contribution, and a great team spirit fostered among friendly colleagues.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply now and join Jet2.com on the next stage of its journey.