First Officer - Airbus A320 - Etihad at Etihad

Position First Officer - Airbus A320 - Etihad
Posted 04 Jul 2026
Expired 03 Aug 2026
Company Etihad
Location Leeds | GB
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Job Description

Job Description

  • Make the world your home.

It's an extraordinary time to join Etihad. In 2025 alone we've carried over 10 million guests, announced 30+ new destinations, and recorded the strongest half-year profit in our history. With more than 20 new aircraft arriving this year and a clear path to double our fleet by 2030, we're investing heavily in the future and redefining what global aviation looks like.
Just as we push boundaries for our guests through innovation, sustainability, and world-class service, we're equally committed to providing our pilots with exceptional careers. 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 endless 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 travel benefits and access to Etihad's exclusive discounts
• End-of-service benefits
• Accidental and life insurance coverage
• 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
What you'll bring
To be considered for the role of A320 First Officer, you must meet either Criteria A or Criteria B, in addition to the General Eligibility criteria below.

Criteria A

  • Minimum 2,000 hours total flying time
  • Minimum 1,500 hours on multi-crew, glass cockpit MPA (1)
  • Minimum 500 hours on type

Criteria B

  • Minimum 1,500 hours total flying time
  • Minimum 1,000 hours on any A320 family aircraft

General Eligibility

  • Flown any A320 family aircraft within the last 12 months
  • Type rating on A320 valid for at least 2 more months at the time of joining
  • Unrestricted ATPL or valid frozen ATPL (2) issued by an ICAO member state
  • Unrestricted, current Class 1 medical
  • Must not have attained the age of 50 on the day of joining
  • English language fluency (written and verbal) - ICAO Level 4 or better

Additional Information
Etihad Airways is more than the UAE's national airline - we're shaping the future of global aviation. From our hub in Abu Dhabi, our pilots fly one of the world's most modern and efficient fleets, operating across six continents and connecting people and cultures every day. As we advance our "Journey 2030" ambition to double our fleet and expand our global network, we're creating unparalleled opportunities for pilots to grow, lead and fly at the highest level. Join us and take your career to new horizons with an airline built for the future.
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Job Info:

  • Company: Etihad
  • Position: First Officer - Airbus A320 - Etihad
  • Work Location: Leeds
  • Country: GB

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