A320 Captain - London Heathrow (LHR)

Location: London Heathrow (LHR)

SAS Crew Services Ltd. is seeking experienced Captains to join the SAS Connect A320 fleet, operating from London Heathrow. This is an opportunity to contribute to a leading sustainable, punctual, and innovative airline during a period of significant growth and fleet expansion.

Role Overview

As an A320 Captain, you will operate on the SAS Connect A320 Neo fleet, supporting an expanding route network across Europe. The role offers diverse flying experiences, from challenging Nordic winter operations to managing high-traffic airspaces. SAS is entering a new phase of expansion, with ambitious plans to enhance its global presence and fleet capabilities.

What SAS Offers

Full-time contract with excellent work-life balance and travel benefits.
Part-time contracts are also available.
Fixed '5 on/4 off' working pattern.
28 days of annual leave.
Competitive salary package, including allowances for block hours, overnights, and other duty-related payments.
Loyalty scheme.
Worldwide staff travel benefits after six months of employment.
Loss of Licence scheme.
Private Medical Insurance scheme.
Career progression opportunities, including roles in training (TRE/TRO/LTC) with additional instructor allowances.
Support for EASA license conversion for successful candidates holding UK licenses.
UK Visa sponsorship is available for eligible candidates.

Key Requirements

EASA ATPL License.
Minimum of 4,000 hours of total flight time.
Valid A320 type rating (preferred).
Minimum of 1,000 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC) on CS25 aircraft with a Maximum Take-Off Weight (MTOW) greater than 30.0 tonnes.
EASA Class One medical certificate.
ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 5 or higher.
No history of incidents or accidents.
Right to Live and Work in the UK (preferred).

Pilot Recruitment Process

The SAS Pilot Recruitment process involves several stages:

CV Screening : Evaluation of qualifications, licenses, and flying experience.
Online Interview : A live interview conducted by a SAS recruiter.
Online Tests : Cognitive and personality assessments.
Assessment Day : Includes a simulator session and a personal interview.
Final Checks : Background screening, personal security interview, Right to Live and Work verification, and drug and alcohol testing.

Note: Each stage may be a disqualifying factor.

Successful candidates can expect assessment invitations between March and April 2026, with employment commencing from May 2026 onwards. Training courses are scheduled throughout 2026.

Application Information

SAS reviews applications on a continuous basis and reserves the right to close the advertisement at short notice. Early application is recommended, with a deadline of April 5th, 2026.

Candidates who have previously applied and were not invited to an assessment are welcome to reapply. Those who attended an assessment but were unsuccessful may reapply after a 12-month period.

Disclaimer

SAS reserves the right to modify the recruitment process. Meeting minimum requirements or passing assessments does not guarantee employment. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of mandatory background checks, including personal security interviews, drug and alcohol testing, license validation, and employment verification.

Salary levels are determined by collective agreements and are non-negotiable.