B737 Type Rated First Officer

Job Description

About the Company West Atlantic UK is one of the UK’s leading cargo airlines and is expanding its operations. Operating critical cargo services, predominantly at night, across the UK and Europe, the airline plays a key role in keeping supply chains moving for major customers including Royal Mail, UPS and FedEx. Cargo flying provides a unique and rewarding alternative to passenger operations. Crews enjoy varied flying, operational challenges, and the opportunity to contribute to time-critical logistics operations across Europe and beyond. Role Overview West Atlantic UK is seeking motivated and professional Boeing 737 type rated First Officers to join its growing team based at East Midlands Airport (EMA). As a First Officer, you will play a key role in the safe and efficient operation of the Boeing 737 fleet while supporting the delivery of essential cargo services across the network. You will operate the fleet of Boeing 737-800 and 737-400 freighters, supporting scheduled cargo networks and ad-hoc charter operations carrying everything from express parcels and automotive components to specialist freight and dangerous goods. Working alongside experienced Captains and flight crews, you will gain valuable operational experience in a dynamic cargo environment, operating scheduled and charter flights to destinations throughout the UK and Europe. The flying predominantly takes place overnight, offering a unique operational experience and a different pace from traditional passenger airline operations. Licences & Qualifications Essential requirements: Current Boeing 737 type rating Valid UK CAA ATPL (or frozen ATPL as applicable) Valid UK CAA Class 1 Medical Current experience on the B737 within the last 12 months Must have the right to work in the UK Desirable: previous cargo operations experience. Requirements Enthusiastic, professional pilots who demonstrate strong teamwork Excellent communication skills A commitment to safety and operational excellence What We Offer Fixed 7 days on / 7 days off roster, giving excellent work-life balance with every other week free Salary: SFO £51,113; FO £44,269. Competitive package based on experience and qualifications Away-from-base payment of 1.85 for every hour away from base, plus an additional air mileage payment per flight Full-time and part-time contract options available Career progression opportunities within a growing airline, with a structured pathway towards command Operations throughout the UK and Europe Private medical care / private medical insurance Pension Family-friendly policies and parental leave support Peer support programme with internal and external resources, and an 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 28 days annual leave Recruitment Process Company interview Simulator assessment Pre-employment background checks Applicants must be able to provide verifiable employment and activity history covering the previous five years. Additional Information Base: East Midlands Airport (EMA). Application deadline: 22/10/2026. ReachMee requisition id: rmjob=566.

Requirements

• Current Boeing 737 type rating
• Valid UK CAA ATPL (or frozen ATPL as applicable)
• Valid UK CAA Class 1 Medical
• Current experience on the B737 within the last 12 months
• Must have the right to work in the UK
• Enthusiastic, professional pilots who demonstrate strong teamwork
• Excellent communication skills
• A commitment to safety and operational excellence
• Fixed 7 days on / 7 days off roster, giving excellent work-life balance with every other week free
• Away-from-base payment of 1.85 for every hour away from base, plus an additional air mileage payment per flight
• Full-time and part-time contract options available
• Career progression opportunities within a growing airline, with a structured pathway towards command
• Operations throughout the UK and Europe
• Family-friendly policies and parental leave support
• Peer support programme with internal and external resources, and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Free parking at East Midlands Airport
• Hotel accommodation and breakfast provided when operating away from base
• 28 days annual leave
• Company interview
• Simulator assessment
• Pre-employment background checks

Benefits

• Salary: SFO £51,113; FO £44,269. Competitive package based on experience and qualifications
• Private medical care / private medical insurance
• Pension
• Training costs covered, with repayment linked to service rather than salary deductions