Job Description
Role title
First Officer - Manchester Operations
Your role
Your duties will include:
Safety First: Ensuring the safety and well-being of all customers and crew maintaining the highest safety standards by carrying out your duties in line with company policies/procedures and in accordance with Aer Lingus UK Operations Manuals and regulatory requirements.
Problem-Solving: Handling customer queries and concerns with empathy and professionalism, resolving issues effectively, and making every effort to meet and exceed the needs and preferences of all passengers.
Teamwork: At Aer Lingus UK we believe we are stronger when we work together. You will be collaborating closely with your fellow flight and cabin crew to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
The recruitment process:
CV submission to Aer Lingus
Telephone interview by Aer Lingus
Teams interview with Aer Lingus UK Flight Operations and HR
Psychometric & aptitude evaluations
Sim assessment
Intoxicant screening
Your qualifications and key criteria
Job Entry Requirements:
Minimum age of 18 years
Eligible to live and work in the UK without restriction
Must be able to apply for and obtain relevant US immigration/entry visas* which is a pre-requisite for the role (for travel to/from the United States).
Hold a valid passport allowing unrestricted worldwide travel
Ability to report for duty within 120 minutes when on standby duty
UK ATPL or ATPL (f) licence
A330 / A320 Type-Rating
Time on type: A330 – flexible, CCQ – 2,500hrs on A320
LPC must be valid upon commencement
Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
ELP level 5 required
Flexibility and adaptability to working shifts, unsociable hours, weekends, holidays and overnights
Able to pass an airport security vetting procedure, including a five-year background check
Closing Date: 21st February 2025
Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it. The company reserves the right to change, amend, or revise any aspect of this job description at its discretion.
At Aer Lingus, we embrace diversity and believe in providing equal opportunities to all qualified individuals. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and respectful work environment that values employees' unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any questions or require any accommodations to support you in your application, please contact us at recruit@aerlingus.com.
Division / Department
Operations - Flight Operations
Contract type
employee recruitment - permanent