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A320 Family Captain – Direct Entry (Type‑Rated)

✈️ Step into the left seat on the A320 Family

Bring your command experience to a modern, multi-crew operation as a Direct Entry Captain on the Airbus A320 family. Lead safe, efficient operations and mentor the next generation of professionals while flying a proven, world-class narrowbody.

  • Employment: Permanent
  • Type-Rated: Required (A320 family)
  • License: ATPL (CAAS or ICAO)
  • Medical: Class 1
  • ICAO English: Level 4 or higher
  • Visa Sponsorship: Provided
  • Additional: Must satisfy all vaccination requirements as required by CAAS

🧭 Your mission on the flight deck

  • Command Airbus A320 family operations with uncompromising safety, compliance, and professionalism.
  • Exercise sound operational judgment in all phases of flight, including dynamic weather and ATC environments.
  • Lead a multi-crew team with exemplary CRM, mentoring First Officers and fostering a just culture.
  • Champion fuel-efficient, on-time performance while maintaining passenger comfort and operational integrity.
  • Uphold regulatory, company, and manufacturer standards during line operations, training, and checks.

🧰 What you’ll bring

  • Proven command capability on multi-engine, multi-crew turbine or jet transport aircraft.
  • Current A320 family type rating with recent line experience preferred.
  • Clear, confident communication and decisive leadership under pressure.
  • Commitment to SOP discipline, threat and error management, and continuous improvement.

📏 Minimum experience (must-have)

  • Total time: 3,500+ hours on aeroplanes with MTMA of 5,700 kg or more
  • Multi-engine Jet/Turbine PIC: 1,000+ hours on commercial airline transport aircraft certificated for multi-crew operation
  • Type Rating: Required (A320 family)

Note: Flight time must be on multi-crew, multi-engine turbine or jet aircraft meeting the criteria above.

🧪 Licensing and currency

  • License: Valid ATPL (CAAS or ICAO accepted)
  • Medical: Valid Class 1 medical
  • English Proficiency: ICAO Level 4+
  • CAAS Compliance: Must meet vaccination requirements
  • Foreign ATPL Conversion: Required where applicable; includes an instrument rating and a proficiency check with a minimum of 6 months’ remaining validity

🌟 Why make this move

  • Lead on a proven, efficient Airbus A320 family fleet in a professional, safety-first culture.
  • Permanent employment with structured standards, recurrent training, and career development.
  • Global, inclusive team environment with strong operational support.
  • Visa sponsorship provided to support your transition.

📨 Ready to apply?

Submit your application with the following:

  • Current CV/resume
  • Copy of ATPL (and any supporting license pages)
  • Valid Class 1 medical and ICAO English proof
  • Type rating and recent training/PC records
  • Logbook summary evidencing total and PIC hours
  • Vaccination documentation as required by CAAS

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with next steps and details on license conversion (if applicable).

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