First Officer A320 at Etihad Airways Australia

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jan, 26

Salary

513732.0

Posted On

30 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Flight Preparation, Navigation, Operation, Communication, Decision-Making, Teamwork, Leadership, Discipline, Conduct, Personal Appearance

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

Description

Description Make the world your home. It's an extraordinary time to join Etihad. In 2025 alone we've carried over 10 million guests, launched 27 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. Abu Dhabi, ranked the world's safest city in 2025, 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 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 (1) Glass Cockpit: aircraft with a FMS coupled to APFDS (2) Holders of Frozen ATPL License (CPL) must present the results of ATPL Theoretical Knowledge Exam and an integrated ATPL course completion certificate About Etihad Airways Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and quickly went on to become one of the world's leading airlines. From its home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia and North America. Together with Etihad's codeshare partners, Etihad's network offers access to hundreds of international destinations. In recent years, Etihad has received numerous awards for its superior service and products, cargo offering, loyalty programme and more. All this ties into Etihad's ambitious Journey 2030 strategy. The airline plans to double its fleet size and triple the number of customers over the next six years as it sets out to be the airline everyone wants to fly! To learn more, visit etihad.com Recruitment Fraud Alert Beware of fraudulent job offers from individuals or organizations claiming to represent the Etihad group. We will never ask for personal information, bank details, or payment during the recruitment process. Interviews are conducted face-to-face or via video/telephone before any formal offer. If you are asked for money, please treat it as fraudulent.

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Responsibilities

As a First Officer, you will support the Captain in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of flights. You are expected to demonstrate professionalism and technical skill while developing your leadership capabilities.