Pilot Selection Support Specialist

At Emirates, we believe in connecting the world, to and through, our global hub in Dubai; and in constantly innovating to ensure our customers ‘Fly Better’.  Do you want to play a part in that journey? Join us in cosmopolitan Dubai as Pilot Selection Support Specialist and make your mark on the aviation world by supporting the selection process for the recruitment of our world-renowned flight deck crew.

As our Pilot Selection Support Specialist, you will oversee the support function of the Flight Operations Pilot Selection Specialist (PSS) team in the hiring activity of pilot selection. This will be achieved by supporting the selection process for the recruitment of high-calibre Flight Crew to meet the operational needs of the organisation.   Working with the PSS, HR Recruitment and Emirates Flight Training, the role holder will have continuous oversight of the pilot application process, ensuring a smooth collaborative approach across the various stakeholders.

In this role, you will:  

• Collaborate and maintain relationships with external and internal stakeholders. Liaise with Flight Operations, Pilot Selection and HR Recruitment teams to drive improvements and efficiencies for timely pilot hiring activities, and the induction of newly appointed pilots.


• Ensure the scheduling and administrative functions of the PSS team align with the HR recruitment team and that appropriate expertise is always available for pilot selection duties and activities. Ensure PSS office coverage and leave management.


• Facilitate the review and short-list pilot candidates as list provided by the PSS team, and through application of aviation knowledge, and experience against scoring matrices and recruitment guidelines.


• Provide support to Flight Training and the PSS team with the selection of simulator scheduling activities in Dubai and overseas as required.  Ensure quality of candidate experience when visiting Dubai for selection.


• Provide insights using data to management (business & across HR) such as offers declined, salary   comparisons, highlighting challenges and recommending solutions to attract candidates.


• Establish and maintain continued database oversight related to candidate’s vs course performance metrics to better facilitate targeted recruitment.


• Aid in sourcing & shortlisting candidates, both expatriates and UAE nationals, by utilising available databases & technology, i.e. (LinkedIn, ATS systems, local & global schools/universities etc.). Ensure continuous promotion of the Emiratisation agenda by actively sourcing potential UAE nationals who may be suitable.  


• Proactively communicate within specified time frame with internal and external candidates to maintain professional image and a quality candidate experience. Ensure PSS technical communication with applicant pilots is achieved in an accurate and timely manner. Ensure the Emirates brand image and high standards for candidates are reflected by processes where support is provided.


• Assist the Pilot Selection Manager and SVP-F on assigned projects, designing presentations on selling pilot recruitment services as required, build, and generate reports on the team’s recruitment activities as needed.


• Maintain and oversee the quality of the communication with candidate pilots ensuring timely responses and accurate information.

To be considered for the role, you must meet the below requirements:

• Degree or Honours and 5+ years' experience in Human Resources, Flight Operations, Administration, Recruitment/Selection


• Experience working with various selection processes (Digital assessments, video interviewing, telephone interviewing, reference checks)


• Ability to organise selection and skills assessments (In tray activities, work samples, presentation topics)


• Familiarity with HR databases, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Content Management Systems (CMS) systems

At Emirates Group, we’re committed to providing our employees with opportunities to grow and develop in their careers. So, if you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, apply today and join our team! 

 
Recruitment Process and Timeline 
 
Emirates Group is an international organisation with employees from over 170 nationalities, we encourage applications from across the globe. Your application journey begins by applying via the Emirates Group Careers website. Please ensure your CV is up to date for our talent acquisition team to review your profile. If you meet the criteria of the role, you will then be invited to complete a HireVue video interview, to share more about your experience and your career aspirations. If you are shortlisted, you will then be invited to interview with our hiring managers. If you are successful, your recruiter will reach out to you with an offer and then our Onboarding team will ensure a smooth transition to your new role at Emirates Group