First Officer - A330/A350

Job description

Virgin Atlantic is recruiting First Officers and Senior First Officers for its Airbus fleet, operating from London Heathrow on long-haul routes to some of the world's most glamorous destinations. Aircraft types include the A330 Neo and A350-1000. Day to day: Demonstrate excellent aircraft handling ability, extensive procedural and technical knowledge, strong leadership, and outstanding human factors. Deliver consistent operational excellence whilst maintaining high safety standards and making values-based decisions. Requirements: - Minimum 1,500 hours (FO) / 3,000 hours (SFO) flight time on a multi-pilot turbojet or multi-pilot turbo-prop aeroplane with MTOW not less than 10 tonnes or certified passenger seating of more than 19 passengers - Current and qualified on the A320, A330, A340, A350 or A380 - Hold a current UK Class One Medical - Unfrozen ATPL licence issued by the UK CAA, with a valid type rating when joining - ICAO Level 6 English Proficiency - Military applicants must have previous experience on C17 Globemaster, A330 Voyager, Poseidon, A400M Atlas, RC-135, Wedgetail AEW or Envoy IV

Additional requirements

• Military applicants must have previous experience on a C17 Globemaster, A330 Voyager, Poseidon, A400M Atlas, RC-135, Wedgetail AEW or Envoy IV

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ten confirmed days off every 12 months in addition to 35 days of annual leave
• Flexibility to swap duties with colleagues
• Nine different duty preferences including early/late and specific regions
• Ability to earn extra working and disruption pay when volunteering for overtime
• Industry-leading training and career opportunities
• Private Medical Scheme
• Life Insurance and Income Protection
• Loss of licence cover including injury and illness
• Generous contributory pension scheme (up to 15% company contribution)
• Industry-leading Staff Travel benefits
• Access to employee assistance programme and Digital GP service
• Virgin Group Discounts

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