Jet2.com | B737 Captain

B737 Type Rated Captain - Jet2.com

Jet2.com, a prominent UK airline, has been consistently recognized as a Which? Recommended Provider, achieving this prestigious status for 2025 as the only UK airline to do so once again. Its track record includes recognition from the consumer champion across every possible category. With sustained growth and the consistent delivery of an award-winning product, Jet2.com offers a compelling opportunity for aviation professionals.

The airline is currently seeking highly skilled and dedicated individuals to join its esteemed team as a B737 Type Rated Captain.

A Rewarding Career with Jet2.com

Jet2.com takes pride in offering its Pilots highly competitive pay and benefits. The Flight Deck team has received multiple pay rises, which, compounded since 2022, equate to an impressive over 24% salary increase. Beyond remuneration, Jet2.com is committed to nurturing the aspirations of its Pilots through swift, merit-based career progression opportunities. Frequent avenues are available to assume additional roles within Training, Safety, Technical areas, and people management, with decisions based on suitability rather than seniority.

The company strongly believes in complementing a successful career with a fulfilling lifestyle. A robust working partnership thrives across Flight Operations, supported by dedicated management at each base and a proactive Crew Development team. This collaborative effort ensures Pilots benefit from a desirable lifestyle and comprehensive benefits package. Jet2.com actively strives for continuous improvements to Pilot lifestyle, valuing the input of all Flight Deck Colleagues; indeed, over 95% contributed to the most recent lifestyle survey.

Candidate Qualifications

Prospective B737 Type Rated Captains must meet the following essential criteria:

• Possession of a valid UK issued Pilot's Licence.
• A minimum English Language Proficiency (ELP) Level 5.
• A current Class One Medical with a minimum of 6 months validity at the start date.
• A current B737 Type Rating.
• A minimum of 3,000 flying hours.
• A minimum of 1,000 hours of factorised Command time on type (B737) or on a similar size and configuration Jet aircraft.

Comprehensive Pilot Reward Package and Benefits

Jet2.com offers an extensive Pilot reward package designed to enhance professional and personal well-being:

• High Basic Salary: Not dependent on hours flown, complemented by an Annual Company Pay Review that has resulted in a compound increase of over 24% since 2022.
• Stable Basing: Confirmed at the point of offer, supported by a transparent Base transfer policy based on seniority of request post-training.
• Sustainable Lifestyle:
  • Comprehensive ‘Medical History Disregarded’ Private Healthcare.
  • Predominantly 2-sector days, enabling Colleagues to be home most nights.
  • Rosters published up to 8 weeks in advance for effective personal planning.
  • 3 Requested Days Off per month to secure time off for special occasions, without the need to utilize annual leave for every day off.
  • A rotating priority leave booking system, providing 37 days of annual leave per annum for full-time colleagues.
  • Live free bidding for annual leave with instant confirmation, not based on seniority.
  • Flexible winter leave options.
• Discretionary Colleague Profit Share Scheme.
• Contributory Pension Scheme: Featuring a generous 10% Company contribution.
• Great Team Spirit: A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Financially Stable Business: An award-winning company with an unrivalled focus on Crew Development.
• A Company to Be Proud Of: An organisation where Colleagues can take immense pride in their work and affiliation.