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A320 Direct Entry First Officer (UK CAA) – London Heathrow

Fly the A320 from Heathrow with British Airways

Join British Airways as a Direct Entry First Officer on the Airbus A320 family, based at London Heathrow. You’ll help deliver a consistently excellent passenger experience while upholding the highest professional flying standards across a fast-paced short‑haul network.

  • Base: London Heathrow (LHR), United Kingdom
  • Fleet: Airbus A320 family (short‑haul)
  • Operation: International short‑haul network
  • Employment type: Permanent, Full-time

✈️ The role

As a British Airways A320 First Officer, you’ll operate from London Heathrow on our short‑haul Airbus fleet. You’ll combine precise, safety‑first flying with warm, confident service to ensure every customer enjoys the best possible journey. With time, you’ll have opportunities to remain on short‑haul and progress to Captain, transfer to one of four long‑haul fleets, or step into training, recruitment, management and wider project roles.

🧭 What you’ll do

  • Operate A320 family aircraft safely and efficiently in accordance with company SOPs and regulatory requirements.
  • Deliver a calm, professional customer experience from gate to gate across a varied short‑haul network.
  • Exercise sound judgement and leadership in all phases of flight, supporting the Commander and flight deck team.
  • Champion excellent CRM, threat and error management, and on‑time performance.
  • Uphold British Airways’ safety, security, uniform and service standards as an ambassador for the airline.

🧰 What you’ll bring

  • Current A320 type rating.
  • Minimum 500 hours on A320 family aircraft (excluding simulator time).
  • Recent experience: flown an A320 family aircraft within the last 12 months.
  • Accepted UK‑issued CAA Flight Crew Licences: ATPL(A), fATPL(A) or MPL.
  • Valid UK Class 1 Medical with at least six months’ validity remaining on joining.
  • ICAO English Level 6.
  • Ability to meet published height and physical‑fitness requirements and comply with uniform standards.
  • Passport valid for at least 12 months.
  • Water survival capability: swim 50 metres, tread water for three minutes, use a lifejacket in the water and pull yourself into a life raft.

🌟 Rewards and benefits

  • Unlimited basic and premium standby travel on British Airways, plus discounted Hotline airfares for you, friends and family, and additional worldwide staff‑travel concessions.
  • Company pension scheme, life insurance, private medical and other flexible benefits.
  • Discounts with selected retailers, hotels and car‑hire providers, a technology scheme, Cycle to Work, and an electric or plug‑in hybrid car scheme.
  • Discounted Heathrow Express travel.
  • Varied roster patterns including night stops, day trips and tours.
  • Access to five fleet types after the initial freeze and a dynamic career pathway (short‑haul Captaincy or transfer to long‑haul).
  • Company‑funded conversion course or type rating that is not bonded.

📨 Ready for take‑off?

If you meet the criteria above and are passionate about precision flying and outstanding customer service, we’d love to hear from you. Apply with your up‑to‑date CV, licence and medical details.

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