Captain

Role Overview

Captain at Etihad Airways, based in Abu Dhabi.

Company Overview

Etihad Airways is the UAE's national airline and one of the world's fastest-growing carriers. Operating from a hub in Abu Dhabi, the airline flies one of the world's most modern and efficient fleets across six continents. The airline is pursuing an ambitious "Journey 2030" strategy to double its fleet and expand its global network, with new aircraft joining the fleet and significant investment in people and operations.

Role Purpose

As Captain, you hold ultimate authority for the safe, secure, and efficient operation of every flight. You exercise technical command of the aircraft, lead the flight and cabin crew, and uphold Etihad's highest standards of professionalism, safety, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Flight Operations & Command

• Exercise full command of the aircraft from taxi-out to final engine shutdown
• Ensure the safety and security of crew, passengers, cargo, and aircraft at all times
• Operate with efficiency and environmental responsibility in line with company fuel and sustainability policies

Leadership & Crew Management

• Lead the flight and cabin crew, demonstrating strong decision-making and effective crew resource management
• Deliver consistent On Time Performance to meet Etihad's commitment to reliability and guest satisfaction

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5500 hours total flying time
• Minimum 2500 PIC hours on multi-crew, glass cockpit aircraft
• Minimum 1500 PIC hours on A320 Family
• Flown A320 family within the last 12 months
• Type rating on A320 valid for a minimum of 2 months at time of joining
• Unrestricted and current ICAO ATPL
• Current on A320
• Unrestricted and current Class 1 medical
• Age requirement: have not attained 59 years on the day of joining
• English Language Fluency (written and verbal) Level 4 or higher
• Current TRE/TRI is an advantage
• In case of hours accumulated on flights with inflight relief, 75% of the total hours shall be counted towards the required minimum

Skills & Competencies

• Technical command of aircraft
• Decision-making and judgment
• Crew resource management
• Leadership

Additional Information

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive tax-free annual package including basic salary, flying pay, housing allowance, and layover and meal allowances
• Potential to earn up to AED 674,029 (USD 181,589) per year based on 75 flying hours per month
• Performance-based annual increments
• 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 travel benefits and access to Etihad's exclusive discounts
• End-of-service benefits
• Accidental and life insurance coverage
• Shipping container allowance for relocating candidates
• Settling-in support and family travel benefits for relocating from any location in the world