A320 Captain – Relocate to Abu Dhabi, UAE

Join Us at Etihad: Make the World Your Home!

Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey? At Etihad, we’re not just an airline; we’re a vibrant community dedicated to redefining global aviation. In 2025 alone, we welcomed over 10 million guests, launched 30+ new destinations, and achieved our strongest half-year profit ever. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, we’re investing heavily in our future, including the arrival of more than 20 new aircraft this year and plans to double our fleet by 2030.

As we push boundaries for our guests, we’re equally committed to providing our pilots with exceptional careers. Ranked as the world’s safest airline, Etihad offers a cosmopolitan lifestyle for you and your family, complete with tax-free salaries, concessionary travel, comprehensive benefits, and endless opportunities for growth.

What We Offer

At Etihad, we provide a competitive, tax-free package designed to reward your performance and support your lifestyle in Abu Dhabi. Your annual package includes:

• Basic Salary + Flying Pay + Housing Allowance + Layover and Meal Allowances
• Potential to earn up to AED 513,732 (USD 138,318) per year based on 75 flying hours per month
• Performance-based annual increments

In addition, enjoy 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 exclusive discounts
• End-of-service benefits
• Accidental and life insurance coverage
• Relocation support, including shipping container allowance and family travel benefits from any location in the world

The Role

As a First Officer with Etihad, you will play a crucial role in our flight deck team, supporting the Captain to ensure the safe, secure, and efficient operation of every flight. Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Assist the Captain in all aspects of flight preparation, navigation, and operation, ensuring compliance with Etihad's operating procedures and regulatory standards
• Maintain continuous and independent checks of aircraft position, terrain, and weather for safe navigation
• Provide clear communication and support to the Captain for efficient decision-making
• Uphold high standards of discipline and conduct, representing Etihad professionally
• Assume command in the event of Captain incapacitation, following 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, along with the General Eligibility criteria:

Criteria A

• Minimum 2,000 hours total flying time
• Minimum 1,500 hours on multi-crew, glass cockpit MPA
• 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 issued by an ICAO member state
• Unrestricted, current Class 1 medical
• Must not have attained the age of 50 on the day of joining
• Fluency in English (written and verbal) - ICAO Level 4 or better

Additional Information

Etihad Airways is more than just 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, connecting people and cultures across six continents. 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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