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A350 XWB Captain – Direct Entry (Type-Rated)

✈️ A350 XWB Captain – Direct Entry (Type-Rated)

Step into the left seat of the Airbus A350 XWB and lead long-haul operations with precision, professionalism, and a safety-first mindset. We are inviting accomplished, type-rated captains to bring their widebody command experience to a permanent role on one of the world’s most advanced flight decks.

  • Employment: Permanent
  • Seniority: Direct Entry Captain
  • Aircraft: Airbus A350 XWB
  • Type Rating: Required (current on A350)
  • Visa sponsorship: Not provided

🧭 The mission

As an A350 Captain, you will command long-range international sectors, lead diverse crews, and ensure the highest standards of safety, compliance, and customer care. You’ll champion a robust CRM culture and drive operational excellence across every phase of flight.

  • Command ultra/long-haul operations with unwavering focus on safety and regulatory compliance.
  • Exercise confident, collaborative leadership and effective crew resource management.
  • Execute precise flight planning and decision-making, including fuel, payload, MEL/CDL, and ETOPS/EDTO considerations.
  • Uphold company SOPs and contribute to a proactive SMS culture.
  • Coach and mentor First Officers, fostering continuous learning and performance.
  • Represent the airline with professionalism in all operational and customer interactions.

🧰 Minimum requirements

  • Total time: 5,000 hours
  • PIC in type: 1,500 hours
  • Long-range experience: Required
  • License: ATPL
  • Open to licence holders: EASA
  • Medical: Class 1
  • Type rating: Required (A350)
  • ICAO ELP: Level 4 (minimum)

🌟 What you’ll bring

  • Strong leadership and teamwork with a proven record of command capability.
  • Languages: Very good German (C1) and English B2 / ICAO Level 4 or higher.
  • Calm, decisive judgment in dynamic, time-critical situations.
  • Uncompromising commitment to safety, compliance, and passenger experience.

📨 How to apply

Please submit your CV, licence and ratings, Class 1 medical, and a recent logbook summary highlighting A350 time and long-range experience. Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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