First Officer - Airbus Wide Body
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About the Role
Etihad Airways is recruiting First Officers for its Wide Body fleet. The role involves assisting the Captain in safe and efficient flight operations, with opportunities for progression.
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Responsibilities
- Assist the Captain in all aspects of flight preparation, navigation, and operation
- Maintain continuous check of aircraft position, terrain, and weather
- Provide clear communication and support to the Captain for safe decision making
- Uphold high standards of discipline, conduct, and personal appearance
- Assume command in case of Captain incapacitation
Requirements
- Valid ATPL or equivalent
- Type rating on Airbus Wide Body aircraft
- Minimum flight hours as per airline criteria
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
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Role Overview
- We are delighted to be recruiting First Officers to join our Wide Body fleet, and we welcome applications from pilots across Airbus and Boeing who meet the criteria below.
- Etihad, ranked the world's safest airline, offers a vibrant, cosmopolitan lifestyle for you and your family, complemented by tax free salaries, concessionary travel, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for progression inside and beyond the cockpit.
What We Offer
- Etihad provides a competitive, tax free package designed to reward performance and support your lifestyle in Abu Dhabi.
- Your annual package includes basic salary, flying pay, housing allowance, and layover and meal allowances, with the potential to earn up to AED 513,732 (USD 138,318) per year based on 75 flying hours per month.
- Your salary includes performance based annual increments, complemented by a comprehensive range of benefits: Education allowance of up to AED 40,000 for primary and AED 55,000 for secondary per child, for up to three children; Income protection scheme; 42 days of annual leave; Industry leading staff
- Etihad supports candidates relocating to Abu Dhabi through initiatives such as a shipping container allowance, settling in support, and family travel benefits from any location in the world.
The Role
- As a First Officer with Etihad, you are a key part of the flight deck team, supporting the Captain in ensuring the safe, secure, and efficient operation of every flight.
- You are expected to demonstrate professionalism, technical skill, and strong teamwork while developing your leadership capability for future command.
- Assist the Captain in all aspects of flight preparation, navigation, and operation, ensuring compliance with Etihad's operating procedures and regulatory standards.
- Maintain a continuous and independent check of aircraft position, terrain, and weather to support safe navigation at all times.
- Provide clear communication, advice, and support to the Captain to contribute to safe and efficient decision making.
- Uphold high standards of discipline, conduct, and personal appearance, representing Etihad professionally in every environment.
- In the event of Captain incapacitation, assume command in accordance with rank and company procedures.
Qualifications
- Valid ATPL or equivalent
- Type rating on Airbus Wide Body aircraft
- Minimum flight hours as per airline criteria
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
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