Etihad A330 Captain

  • Sector: Pilots
  • Location: United Arab Emirates
  • Job Ref: BH_494207

We are excited to partner with a world‑class airline in Abu Dhabi to recruit A330 Captains for 2026. Direct applicants through Rishworth Aviation will benefit from a fast‑tracked process, including pre‑booked application slots. This is a position based in Abu Dhabi which requires relocation. Mobility assistance will be provided for successful incumbents. Education sponsorship, medical and insurance will be covered along as well with attractive employee benefits.

Requirements:
To be considered for the role of Captain, you must meet either Criteria A or Criteria B, in addition to the General Eligibility criteria below.

Criteria A

  • Minimum 7,000 hours total flying time
  • Minimum 2,500 PIC hours on jet multi crew new generation aircraft/EFIS, of which 2,000 hours should be on wide body aircraft above 140 tons
  • Minimum 1,500 PIC hours on any Airbus Wide Body FBW or Boeing Wide body aircraft
Criteria B
  • Minimum 7,000 hours total flying time
  • Minimum 3,000 PIC hours on jet multi crew new generation aircraft/EFIS, of which 2,500 hours should be on wide body aircraft above 140 tons
General Eligibility
  • Flown any Airbus Wide Body FBW or Boeing Wide body aircraft within the last 12 months
  • Type rating on any Airbus Wide Body FBW or Boeing Wide body aircraft valid for at least 2 more months at the time of joining
  • Unrestricted ATPL or valid frozen ATPL (1) issued by an ICAO member state
  • Unrestricted, current Class 1 medical
  • Must not have attained the age of 59 on the day of joining
  • English language fluency (written and verbal) – ICAO Level 4 or better
(1) Holders of Frozen ATPL License (CPL) must present the results of ATPL Theoretical Knowledge Exam and an integrated ATPL course completion certificate

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
  • USD 10,000 Travel allowance for self and eligible dependents
  • End-of-service benefits
  • Accidental and life insurance coverage