Direct Entry Captain

Come fly with us… opportunities for direct entry Captains (both type rated and non-type rated)

Emerald Airlines is Ireland’s newest airline and we are now recruiting for experienced Flight Crew to join our team at Belfast City Airport.

At Emerald Airlines, you will get to work with a great team; we are a tight‑knit organisation who value integrity, openness and collaboration. You will get the opportunity to be part of an exciting new Irish airline and to fly in the most eco‑responsible commercial turbo‑prop aircraft, the ATR 72‑600.

• An opportunity to be part of an exciting new Irish airline.
• Great earning potential.
• Regular roster, stable 5:2:5:3 pattern.
• Commuting roster available.
• Company pension scheme.
• Annual medical.
• Staff Travel Privileges.
• Job security – permanent positions available.

• Valid ATR 72‑600 type rating is an advantage, but not required.
• A minimum of 2,000 hours total time, of which at least 1,000 hours are on large ( > 5,700 kg ) multi‑crew commercial transport aircraft.
• Current CAA ATPL licence.
• Current Class 1 medical.
• Unrestricted right to live and work in UK.
• Advantageous if a training qualification is also held.

To apply, please submit your CV to re

At Emerald Airlines, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where people are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Integrated into our core values is our commitment to diversity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse workforce is central to our success. We’re friends, we’re teammates, we’re collaborators, we’re all hands on deck.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.