Responsibility for the safety and security of all crew members, passengers, and cargo on board.
Responsibility for the operation and safety of the aircraft from the moment the aircraft is first ready to move for the purpose of taxiing prior to take-off until the moment it finally comes to rest at the end of the flight and the engine(s) used as primary propulsion units are shut down.
Familiar with all applicable regulations, documentation, and briefing materials for the intended route of flight, destination, and alternate airfields.
Additionally, the Commander shall familiarize themselves with both oxygen escape routes and terrain escape routes.
Having authority to give all commands deemed necessary for the purpose of securing the safety of the aircraft and of persons or property carried therein.
Having authority to disembark any person, or any part of the cargo, which, in their opinion, may represent a potential hazard to the safety of the aircraft or its occupants.
Ensure that all crew comply with all operational checklists prior to, during, and after all phases of flight operations, and in abnormal and emergency situations.
Ensure the proper implementation and application of the manufacturer's provided procedures and checklist approved for use by Etihad Airways.
The Commander or the pilot to whom conduct of the flight has been delegated shall, in an emergency situation that requires immediate decision and action, take any action they consider necessary under the circumstances. In such cases, they may deviate from rules, operational procedures, and methods in the interest of safety.
Operate the aircraft within the scope of all the Operational Manuals.
Take all reasonable measures to ensure that all persons carried in the aircraft obey all lawful commands given for the purpose of securing the safety of the aircraft and of persons or property carried therein.
Operate efficiently in accordance with company fuel policy.
Ensure On-time Performance.
Ensure customer awareness.
What you’ll bring
Minimum of 7000 hours total flying time.
Minimum of 2500 PIC hours on multi-crew, glass cockpit jet aircraft.
A minimum of 2000 PIC hours on any Airbus wide-body FBW.
Type rating on any Airbus FBW should be valid for a minimum of 2 months at the time of joining.
Unrestricted and current ICAO ATPL.
Flown any Airbus FBW within the last 12 months.
Unrestricted and current Class 1 medical.
Must not have attained the age of 59 years old upon the date of joining.
Current TRE/TRI is an advantage.
English Language Fluency (written and verbal) Level 4 or better.
In case of hours accumulated on flights with inflight relief, 75% of the total hours shall be counted towards the required minimum.