Wizz Air UK | A320 Captain

About the Opportunity

Wizz Air UK is actively seeking highly skilled and experienced A320 Captains to join its dynamic team based in London. This exceptional opportunity offers a rewarding career path for dedicated aviation professionals looking to contribute to a leading European airline. Successful candidates will benefit from a competitive remuneration package, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive operational environment, fostering both professional growth and work-life balance.

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for this prestigious position, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• A minimum of 2000 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC) on A320 family aircraft.
• Possession of a valid A320 Type Rating.
• Wizz Air UK offers comprehensive sponsorship for UK work visas for successful candidates and their immediate families, provided there is no British or Irish ancestry.

Compensation and Benefits

Remuneration Package

• New Captains: Expected annual earnings around £155,000 GBP (approximately $210,000 USD), inclusive of flight pay.
• Senior Captains: Earnings can increase to over £200,000 GBP (approximately $270,000 USD) with seniority.
• Part-Time (14 ON / 14 OFF) Captains: Anticipated annual earnings around £100,000 GBP (approximately $135,000 USD).
• Line Training Pay: An additional annual earning of approximately £20,000 GBP (approximately $27,000 USD) is provided for line training duties.
• Compensation for Days Off: Additional days off are compensated at approximately £1,000 per day (approximately $1,350 USD).

Roster Patterns

Pilots can select from a variety of roster options designed to suit their lifestyle:

• Fixed 5 ON / 4 OFF Roster: A standard pattern ensuring 25 fixed days off annually. This roster can be strategically utilized to create five blocks of 13 consecutive days off per year (4 OFF, 5 LEAVE, 4 OFF).
• Random Roster: Standard full-time roster offering operational flexibility.
• Part-Time 14 ON / 14 OFF Roster: Providing an attractive work-life balance for those seeking reduced hours.

Paid Holidays and Travel Privileges

• A fixed 5 ON / 4 OFF roster equates to 25 days of paid holiday per year.
• Pilots receive free confirmed staff travel tickets across the Wizz Air network annually, along with access to unlimited fixed-price tickets.

Operational Details

• Typical operations involve mostly two-sector "out and back" duty days.
• Layovers are associated with specific 321XLR routes, offering diverse operational experience.