Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is revving up its recruitment efforts in the UK to meet the strong surge in customer demand. The airline will be holding a pilot roadshow at London Gatwick on 21st and 22nd September to recruit experienced commercial pilots.
The upcoming roadshow will be held at Hilton London Gatwick Airport on:
· 21st September at 10AM
· 21st September at 13:00PM
· 22nd September at 10AM
Experienced pilots who are keen to join Emirates as First Officers, Direct Entry Captains, or via the Accelerated Command Programme are welcome.
Prior registration is not required, and pilots are only required to attend one of the sessions. At the session, prospective Emirates pilots can find out more about the airline’s recruitment process, available opportunities, training programmes, expected career trajectory, and benefits, as well as speak to pilots currently flying with Emirates. More information can be found at https://www.emiratesgroupcareers.com/pilots/.
Jabr Al-Azeeby, Emirates’ Divisional Vice President, UK, said: “Emirates pilots fly one of the world’s youngest and most modern all wide-body fleet across the globe. They will have the opportunity to undergo robust in-house training at Emirates’ cutting-edge training facility and will also be based in the vibrant city of Dubai. We look forward to having more pilots from the UK onboard our airline, as we ramp up our operations globally.”
Flying with Emirates
With a network spanning across six continents, Emirates pilots have the exciting opportunity to fly to diverse destinations. The airline has received 27 of its A350s, of which it has another 47 on order. Emirates is also looking forward to receiving its Boeing 777Xs, of which the airline has 270 on order.
Emirates offers an exciting range of benefits for pilots and their families, including competitive tax-free salary, 42 days of annual leave with annual leave tickets for self and immediate family, company provided accommodation in gated communities, child education allowance, life, medical and dental insurance, deeply discounted travel benefits for the wider family and friends, and more.
Cutting-edge Training Experience
Emirates provides new joiners with a robust, evidence- and competency-based in-house training to ease them into their roles. Successful candidates will complete training programmes at Emirates’ advanced pilot training facilities in Dubai, which currently houses ten simulators.
Emirates’ new and sophisticated pilot training facility is spread across 63,318 sq. ft. and worth an investment of US$135 million. The facility accommodates six Full Flight Simulator Bays for its A350 and 777X aircraft and will be opening very soon.
More information about the eligibility criteria and benefits of each role can be found here: https://www.emiratesgroupcareers.com/pilots/.
