West Atlantic UK B737 First Officer Job – East Midlands

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Job Overview

Airline Airline

West Atlantic UK

Position Position

First Officer

Base Base

East Midlands

Aircraft Aircraft

B737

Rating Type Rating

Required

Contract Contract

Other

Role overview

West Atlantic UK is recruiting B737 type-rated First Officers for its cargo operation based at East Midlands Airport. The role involves operating Boeing 737-400 and 737-800 freighters on scheduled and charter cargo services across the UK and Europe, with most flights taking place overnight. Pilots will support time-sensitive freight operations, including express parcels and specialist cargo, while gaining experience within an established cargo airline.

Airline Facts

About West Atlantic UK

Founded

2001

Headquarters

East Midlands

Airline overview

West Atlantic UK is a British cargo airline specialising in scheduled freight services and charter operations across the United Kingdom and Europe. The airline operates Boeing 737 freighters, providing air cargo capacity for logistics and postal customers, including Royal Mail, UPS and FedEx. Its operations focus on overnight freight transport and time-critical logistics services.

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Requirements

Rating Type Rating

Required

License

UK CAA - CPL(A) + fATPL

Medical

UK CAA - Class 1

Language

ICAO Level 4+

Minimum Total Flight Time

Not specified

Other Minimum Flight Time

Boeing 737 flying experience within the previous 12 months required.
Previous cargo operations experience advantageous.

Other License Requirements

Valid UK CAA ATPL(A) or frozen ATPL(A) accepted.
Current Boeing 737 type rating required.

Additional Requirements

Right to work in the United Kingdom required.
Verifiable employment and activity history covering the previous five years required.
Ability to pass pre-employment background checks required.
Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Benefits

First Officer basic salary of £44,269 per year.
Senior First Officer basic salary of £51,113 per year.
Fixed 7 days on / 7 days off roster.
Away-from-base allowance of £1.85 per hour.
Additional air mileage payment per flight.
28 days of annual leave.
Private medical insurance.
Company pension scheme.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Free parking at East Midlands Airport.
Hotel accommodation and breakfast provided when operating away from base.
Training costs covered, with repayment linked to service rather than salary deductions.
Career progression opportunities, including a structured pathway towards command.
Cycle to Work scheme.

Application

How to apply

Applications are handled on the employer's external application page.

Posted by Skyreer.aero Posted 30 Oct 2026

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