Job Description: Boeing 737 Captain

Jet2, the UK's leading tour operator, is currently inviting applications for direct entry Captain positions on its established Boeing 737 fleet. With a fleet of over 100 B737 aircraft and sustained, secure growth, Jet2 offers a professional environment supported by local base management and a dedicated crew development team.

Available Locations

Direct entry Captain positions are currently available at the following UK bases:

London Stansted
Leeds Bradford
Bristol

Operational Overview

Jet2 operations feature self-handled UK bases and an in-house ATO with two training centres. The B737 schedule consists almost exclusively of two-sector days, with full-time Captains flying an average of fewer than 750 hours per year. Captains also have the opportunity to pursue over 20 secondary roles within the training, technical, and pastoral teams.

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for the position of Boeing 737 Captain, candidates must meet the following criteria:

3,000 hours total flying time, including 1,000 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) on B737 or similar-sized jet aircraft (large jet command time within the last 3 years is desirable).
A valid UK unfrozen Flight Crew Licence.
A current B737 Type Rating.
Minimum English Language Proficiency Level 5.
A current Class One Medical.

Employee Benefits

Jet2 provides a competitive remuneration and lifestyle package, including:

A high basic salary with competitive flight and sector pay.
Stable basing, confirmed at the time of offer, with a transparent and fair base transfer policy.
Two-sector days with a.m. or p.m. preferencing options.
Roster publication in week one of each month, covering to the last day of the following month.
37 days of annual leave with live, seniority-free bidding.
Four requested days off per month.
Flexible lifestyle options, including part-time and fixed-pattern rostering available 10 months after the final check.
Comprehensive private healthcare and a contributory pension scheme with a 10% company contribution.
Discretionary profit share payments.

Additional Information

Jet2 is a Home Office-approved sponsor and welcomes applications from eligible candidates requiring a UK Skilled Worker visa. Eligibility criteria will be assessed during the application process.