About This Role
Emirates is seeking experienced Direct Entry Captains for the Airbus A380, the world's largest passenger airliner. This is a permanent position based in Dubai, UAE, with an attractive tax-free compensation package totaling up to AED 1.185 million annually. Candidates must have a minimum of 7000 hours total flight time with 3000 hours PIC on Airbus FBW wide-body aircraft and must currently be flying as a Captain on these aircraft. The role offers excellent benefits including company-provided accommodation, education allowances, annual business class leave tickets, and comprehensive insurance coverage. This position provides a stable career with a 24-hour operation covering turnarounds, long-haul, and ultra long-haul routes with layover periods of 24-48 hours.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate Airbus A380 on scheduled routes including turnarounds, long-haul, and ultra long-haul flights
- Conduct pre-flight inspections, checks, and crew briefings
- Manage flight operations across 24-hour operations with trips ranging from 1-9 days in duration
- Ensure compliance with all safety procedures and regulations
- Lead crew resource management on multi-sector flights
What We Offer
Tax-free salary packageAnnual leave entitlement of 42 calendar daysConfirmed annual leave tickets for employee and dependents in Business class (upgradeable to First Class)Company-provided accommodation with utilities includedEducation allowance: AED 52,250 for primary, AED 79,750 for secondary (up to 3 children)Comprehensive medical, life, and accident insuranceLoss of medical license insuranceProvident (pension) scheme with employer contributionConcessional travel benefits in all cabin classes for employee and eligible dependentsEmirates Platinum card with exclusive retail and leisure discountsAnnual profit share based on company performanceVisa sponsorship provided
Requirements
- Valid ICAO ATPL license
- Unrestricted Class 1 Medical Certificate issued by the same authority as ATPL
- Minimum 7000 hours total flight time (excluding P3, rotary, and single/multi-engine piston aircraft)
- Minimum 3000 hours PIC on Airbus FBW wide-body aircraft (A330/A340/A350/A380)
- Currently flying as Captain on Airbus FBW wide-body aircraft
- Minimum 150 hours in past 12 months on Airbus FBW wide-body as Captain
- A380 type rating required
- ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 5 or above
- Fluency in English equivalent to ICAO ELP Level 5 or higher
- Eligible to live and work in UAE
About Emirates
Emirates is the flag carrier airline of the United Arab Emirates, headquartered in Dubai. The airline operates a fleet of 261 aircraft with 361 on order, serving destinations globally on a 24-hour operation basis.