First Officer

Job Overview

We are searching for a motivated and technically skilled pilot to fulfill the role of First Officer. At Emirates Group, you will engage in a dynamic work environment that promotes career growth alongside a diverse, expert team. This position offers a robust compensation package and ample opportunities to travel globally.

Compensation and Benefits

• Tax-free annual total package reaching up to AED 900,000 (approximately USD 245,000).
• Annual take-home pay of AED 385,000 (USD 105,000), including basic salary and flying allowances.
• Monthly take-home pay roughly AED 32,100 (USD 8,750) based on an average of 85 flying hours.
• Company-provided housing and utilities.
• Educational support benefits up to AED 52,250 for primary and AED 79,750 for secondary education for a maximum of three children.
• 42 calendar days of annual leave entitlement.
• Confirmed annual travel tickets, upgradeable to Business Class, for you and your dependents.
• Emirates Platinum card access offering exclusive discounts in retail, leisure, and services.
• Concessional travel privileges for the employee and eligible dependents.
• Employer contributions to a provident (pension) scheme.
• Comprehensive medical, life, and accident insurance coverage.
• Participation eligibility for an annual profit share aligned with company performance.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants must meet the following prerequisites depending on aircraft type:

Boeing 777 (B777)

• A minimum of 2,000 total flying hours on jets weighing 20 tons or more (excluding P3, rotary, piston single/multi-engine aircraft).
• At least 1,000 flying hours on the Boeing type.
• Current operation on the Boeing type aircraft with a minimum of 150 hours flown within the last 12 months.
• Possess a valid ICAO ATPL and a matching Class 1 medical certificate.
• ICAO English proficiency at Level 4 or higher.

Airbus A380 and A350

• Minimum of 2,000 total flying hours on jets weighing 50 tons or more (excluding P3, rotary, piston single/multi-engine aircraft).
• At least 1,000 hours on Airbus fly-by-wire (FBW) aircraft.
• Currently operating Airbus FBW aircraft with at least 150 hours flown in the past year.
• Hold a valid ICAO ATPL and matching Class 1 medical certificate.
• ICAO English proficiency at Level 4 or above.

Enhanced Salary Package Eligibility

• 4,000 total flying hours on jets over 20 tons (excluding P3 and rotary).
• At least 2,000 flying hours on jets over 50 tons.
• ICAO English Level 5 or greater.

Frozen ATPL Candidates

Candidates holding a frozen ATPL (completed CPL and ATPL theory exams) may be considered for assessment if they agree to the company's FATPL terms. Required documentation includes CV, passport, ATPL with current type-rating, or CPL and ATPL theory exam completion proof, plus a Class 1 medical certificate without restrictions except for visual corrections.

Additional Information

We provide a competitive remuneration package paid tax-free in Dubai. Details about working at Emirates, employee benefits, and living in Dubai are available through our careers channels.