First Officer
Etihad Airways is seeking skilled and dedicated aviation professionals to join its growing team. It is an exciting period for the airline, currently undergoing significant investment and expansion plans to increase its global network. Etihad is committed to transforming the aviation industry through a focus on creativity, innovation, and sustainability, striving to offer thoughtful choices and remarkable experiences for guests and employees alike.
Joining Etihad is not merely a career step with substantial progression opportunities; it is also an excellent lifestyle choice. Based in Abu Dhabi, ranked among the world's safest cities, employees enjoy a high quality of life, tax-free salaries, generous travel concessions, comprehensive health insurance, and various other benefits. This provides an exciting opportunity to build a life and career in a vibrant, cosmopolitan environment.
The Role
The First Officer plays a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of flights. Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting flights in strict compliance with the current flight plan, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and the Captain's instructions when the Captain is not at the controls. The First Officer is responsible for notifying the Captain of any changes to the flight plan, Air Traffic Control (ATC) instructions, or geographical position upon their return to control.
- Assisting the Captain with any administrative duties related to the flight as requested.
- Confirming the safe navigation of the aircraft by continuously and independently checking the aircraft's geographical position, ensuring safe terrain and weather clearance.
- Maintaining high personal standards of discipline, conduct, and appearance, representing Etihad Airways professionally at all times.
What We Offer
Etihad Airways offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:
- A competitive annual salary package, comprising a base salary of AED 216,000 per annum, monthly productivity pay, variable pay, and an annual incentive potential of up to AED 16,500 (based on a working pattern of 175 days).
- Accidental and life insurance coverage.
- Comprehensive medical insurance.
- Industry-leading staff travel benefits with iSave discounts.
- End-of-service benefits.
Qualifications and Requirements
To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Possess a minimum of 2500 hours of total flying time.
- Hold a minimum of 1500 hours on multi-crew, glass cockpit aircraft, or high-performance military jets. (Glass Cockpit is defined as an aircraft with a Flight Management System coupled to an Automatic Pilot Flight Director System).
- Have a minimum of 500 hours on any Boeing aircraft.
- Be currently flying on any Boeing aircraft.
- Have flown any Boeing aircraft within the last 12 months.
- Hold a type rating on any Boeing aircraft that is valid for a minimum of 2 months at the time of joining.
- Possess a current and unrestricted ICAO Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL). Frozen ATPLs are not accepted unless held by a UAE citizen.
- Hold an unrestricted, current Class 1 medical certificate.
- Be a maximum age of 50 years on the date of joining.
- Demonstrate English Language Fluency (written and verbal) at Level 4 or better.
- For hours accumulated on flights with in-flight relief, 75% of the total hours will be counted towards the required minimums.
About Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE since 2003, has established itself as one of the world's leading airlines. Operating from its base in Abu Dhabi, Etihad serves passenger and cargo destinations across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America. Through strategic codeshare partnerships, Etihad's network provides access to hundreds of international destinations. The airline has received numerous accolades for its superior service, products, cargo operations, and loyalty program. Etihad is globally recognized for its response to COVID-19 and was the first airline worldwide to fully vaccinate its onboard crew. Etihad is dedicated to addressing the climate crisis and is relentlessly pursuing industry decarbonization through strategic partnerships with major global aviation brands and OEMs.