Job Description
Buzz, part of the Ryanair Group, is pleased to announce that we are now recruiting B737 Non-Type Experienced First Officers to join Europe’s largest airline group, with training courses commencing this winter.
This is an exciting opportunity for highly motivated and experienced pilots to become part of a rapidly expanding operation within the Ryanair Group, operating from a wide range of Buzz bases. Now is an excellent time to join Ryanair Group as we look to expand to over 800 aircraft and 300m guests within the next 8 years, making Ryanair the World's largest airline.
Please note this is not a Cadet role.
Key Benefits!
Opportunity to join Europe's largest airline Group
Outstanding earnings potential
Fastest time to command
The best roster in the business; stable 5 on 4 off pattern
Rosters published 4 weeks in advance
Unrivalled career progression – new aircraft and bases create opportunities for promotion to SFI, LTC, TRE, Base Captain, etc.
Strong job security within a growing operation
Industry leading training
Modern fleet of B737-800 and B737-8200 aircraft
What We Require From You!
Unrestricted right to live and work in the EU
Date of Birth – Not over 65.
EASA Part FCL licence holder
Valid EU (Part-MED) issued Class 1 medical certificate.
Minimum 700 hours total flying time
Must have a minimum of 500 hours operated in the capacity of a First Officer on a multi-crew, multi-engine aircraft engaged in commercial air transport operations (No Flight Instructor hours shall be considered).
Holds a minimum of CPL(A) with a valid multi-engine instrument rating, expiry date of MEIR cannot exceed 12 months from the date of commencement of the course. MEIR must be valid on date of assessment.
Must have passed the ATPL(A) theoretical knowledge examinations in accordance with FCL.515.
English Language Proficiency – minimum required proficiency level is Operational Level (Level 4). (Written proficiency is required at Operational level). (Reference: ICAO Doc 9835).
Ability to pass an enhanced background check and meet all other regulatory requirements.
If you fail to meet the above minimum hour requirements please apply for one of the cadet programmes listed on the career page.
Assessment Process Overview
Should your application be shortlisted, you will be invited to complete an online assessment as the first step in the selection process. This requirement is in line with EASA regulations, which mandate that all new pilots undertake a Work-Related Behavioural Assessment prior to commencing training (EASA CAT.GEN.MPA.175).
This is completed in two phases:
Phase 1 - Online Assessment
Conducted online via AON
A fee of €60 applies (non-refundable, regardless of outcome)
Experienced First Officers are required to complete four tasks
Phase 2 - Simulator and In-person Interview
A comprehensive psychological evaluation which forms part of the overall Simulator Assessment and in-person Interview.
Only candidates who successfully complete and meet the required standards in both Phase 1 and Phase 2 will be eligible to be offered a position.Before you apply
Eligibility: Apply only if you meet the minimum requirements stated in the job ad, have uploaded all required documents, and have provided all the required details.
Application Completion: We will contact you only if you have fully completed your application, uploaded all required documents, and have been shortlisted for an interview.
Profile Updates: If you have already applied via our website and have not yet been contacted, please continue to update your ONE EXISTING profile/account. Do not create another account.
Login Information: Remember your login details (username/email and password) to access and update your application in the future.
Feedback: Note that individual feedback on your performance during each stage of the assessment process is not provided.
All contacts will be made through our application system, and in some instances, emails may be directed to the candidate's spam/junk mail by your email provider, so please make sure you frequently check those folders in your inbox.