UAE: Flydubai announces hiring spree for vacant vacancies

Dubai carrier flydubai is rolling out an expansion plan that will create more than 1,100 job vacancies this year, according to media reports.

The airline – which operates flights to more than 110 destinations across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia – will be looking for talented professionals to take up various roles, from cabin crew members to pilots and engineers.

What’s more, the airline is offering attractive salary packages.

The UAE-based low-cost carrier has included 320 employees since the beginning of this year and more than 800 new employees for various positions across the business by end the end of 2023. This will include pilots, cabin crew, engineers, and office-based employees.

Here are some of the top positions, including the qualifications and estimated monthly pay:

Cabin Crew

Flydubai is actively hiring cabin crew members to provide exceptional service to its passengers. Candidates with excellent communication skills, a friendly demeanour, and a passion for customer service can apply for this position.

According to the airline’s website, the requirement for this role includes:

• Minimum age of 21 years
• Minimum height of 5 feet 2 inches
• Must be physically fit
• Must have completed high school education
• Must be fluent in English

Salary: Dh7,380 (basic pay + housing allowance + transportation allowance). This also comes with variable flying pay worth Dh3,800 (monthly average)

Pilot

Operating flydubai’s modern fleet of aircraft, pilots ensure the safe and efficient transport of passengers to their destinations. Qualified candidates with the necessary flight hours, licences, and certifications are invited to apply.

The minimum non-type-rated requirements and type-rated requirements include:

• At least 2,500 hours total flying time, 1,000 hours on modern (EFIS), multi-crew, multi-engine aircraft over 10 tonnees operating weight, and 500 hours on B737-300 to 900 (NG/EFIS) type aircraft

Salary: Dh31,900 (basic salary + housing allowance + transportation allowance), with variable flying pay of Dh11,410 (monthly average).

Engineer

The airline seeks individuals with expertise in aircraft maintenance, avionics, and various engineering disciplines. Successful applicants will play a crucial role in ensuring the airworthiness and operational efficiency of flydubai’s growing fleet of aircraft.

Pay and benefits: Basic salary with housing allowance, transportation allowance, and engineering allowance

Catering team

Job-seekers with experience in food preparation, logistics, and culinary management are invited to consider joining the carrier’s catering services team. This position will involve coordinating and overseeing the inflight catering operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality meals and services to passengers.

How to apply

Interested candidates should visit flydubai’s official website and check the ‘Careers’ section. There, they can explore the available job listings and submit their applications online.

Each position may have specific requirements and qualifications, so applicants are advised to review the job descriptions carefully before applying.

In 2023, flydubai has grown its fleet to 78 aircraft serving a growing network of 120 destinations. Fifteen more aircraft are expected to join the growing fleet by the end of the year.