First Officer (SR)

This advert is for personnel who have previously served in the military (Army, RAF, Navy, etc.) due to being a Sponsored Reservist Role. There is a civilian application here: First Officer - Manchester Airport AirTanker Careers

Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if we have sufficient applicants. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

We are inviting applications from qualified and motivated First Officers to join our team based at Manchester and RAF Brize Norton. This is an exciting opportunity to operate the Airbus A330, with a full Type Rating provided by ATr. Successful candidates will enter into a three-year Training Bond agreement.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support the Captain in all aspects of flight preparation and operation
• Maintain the highest standards of flight safety and regulatory compliance
• Contribute to a positive and professional cockpit environment
• Represent the airline with professionalism and integrity
• Engage in continuous learning and development to maintain operational excellence

Candidate Requirements:

• Must have served in the Military (Army, RAF, Navy, etc.)
• UK Commercial Pilots Licence
• At least 70 hours of flight experience as PIC in aeroplanes
• Hold or have held a multi-engine instrument rating
• UK CAA Class 1 Medical Certificate
• Certificate of satisfactory completion of an MCC course in aeroplanes
• Completed an Advanced UPRT course in accordance with FCL.745.A
• Passed the ATPL(A) theoretical knowledge examinations
• Willing to re-base to Manchester
• Willingness to be a Sponsored Reservist

Additional Benefits:

• Annual bonus scheme (eligibility in current year subject to bonus rules)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Hybrid working (not applicable to rostered and shift-based employees)
• Health Cash Plan
• Life Assurance Cover
• Income Protection
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Local Gym Discount
• Plane Saver (Credit Union)
• Family fun days, battlefield tours, onsite bar
• Additional annual leave based on length of service

AirTanker is a flexible and responsive world-leading aviation service provider. Our capability spans end-to-end maintenance, military and civil flying programmes, training, and major aircraft upgrades.