Airline Hiring in Flybe Airline

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Flybe, styled as Flybe, was a British airline based in Exeter, England. Until its sale to Connect Airways in 2019, it was the largest independent regional airline in Europe. Flybe once provided more than half of UK domestic flights outside London.

The airline was launched in 1979 as Jersey European Airways following the merger of Intra Airways and Express Air Services. In 1983, the airline was sold to Walker Steel Group, which also owned Spacegrand Aviation, and the two airlines were merged under the Jersey European name during 1985. The airline experienced significant growth during the 1990s; it was in this period that Jersey European Airways served as the launch customer for the Embraer E-195 regional airliner. The firm was renamed British European in 2000 and Flybe in 2002. On 3 November 2006, it was announced that Flybe was in the process of purchasing BA Connect, which resulted in the airline becoming the largest regional airline in Europe. On 10 December 2010, the company was floated in an IPO on the London Stock Exchange.

In February 2019, the airline was sold to the Connect Airways consortium, backed by Virgin Atlantic and Stobart Aviation. Connect Airways intended Flybe and Stobart Air to subsequently rebrand as Virgin Connect, though they would have retained their own Air Operator Certificates.

On 5 March 2020, Flybe filed for administration and ceased all operations. The airline, which had been struggling for several months, claimed that its difficulties were compounded by the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on bookings.

In October 2020, Thyme Opco, a company linked to former shareholder Cyrus Capital, had reached an agreement with the administrators to purchase the Flybe brand and relaunch the airline in 2021, subject to regulatory approvals. In April 2021, the new company renamed itself Flybe Limited, obtained an operating licence, route licences and airport slots; the first flight took place on 13 April 2022.

Commencing operations from Belfast City Airport and Birmingham International Airport, a new and improved flybe will provide customers with great value, more choices, and the opportunity to quickly and more conveniently visit loved ones, go on holiday, and more easily visit customers or attend important meetings.

Flybe has plans to rapidly grow and is expected to play a crucial role in creating valuable jobs in Belfast and Birmingham, as well as connecting communities, and helping to restart local economies across the UK and Europe. flybe plans to grow its fleet of fast, quiet, and CO2 efficient Dash 8-400 planes to a planned size of 32 aircraft.

As a company:

· We believe in safety first and safety always.

· We are driven to delivering world-class operations, setting the highest standards, and delivering on our commitments to both our internal and external customers.

· We will go the extra mile every day for our customers, because customer service is our passion and this passion will be reflected across our entire team, as we work together, take care of each other and treat everybody with dignity and respect.

· We will serve our communities, whilst preserving our planet.

Our values

Safety, operational excellence, customer service, teamwork, and serve our communities & preserve our planet.

Let’s make a difference and create a better tomorrow within our company, the communities we serve, and our environment by giving back and driving sustainability.

The New Flybe Is Hiring Staff in Birmingham:

Freshly revamped British regional carrier Flybe is hiring crew for its new Birmingham base.

British regional carrier Flybe is hiring staff at its new base in Birmingham. The freshly revamped airline is scheduled to begin operations to key regions across the UK and EU in early 2022 and is aiming to create approximately 200 new jobs in the Birmingham and West Midlands region over the next three years.

Crew to be based at new Birmingham HQ

The airline announced their intentions to operate from the Birmingham Airport (BHX) late last year. The West Midlands city is located approximately 100 miles north of London, and ranks as the second-largest in the United Kingdom, with around 3.6 million inhabitants within the metropolitan area.

The new Headquarters and Operations Centre at Birmingham Airport’s Diamond House was announced last year and follows news that Flybe has become one of the first UK airlines to be certified by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) since Brexit. Flybe CEO Dave Pflieger said in a statement:

“We are thrilled to be partnering with Birmingham Airport (BHX), the City of Birmingham, and the Mayor of West Midlands to make BHX the location of our new headquarters and first crew base. It was an ideal choice for us due to its great people and highly skilled workforce, its central UK location, and the fact that Birmingham Airport is a global travel hub where local and connecting customers have access to over 150 worldwide destinations. Today’s announcement marks the culmination of over 12 months of dedicated hard work by all involved, and it would not have been possible without the support of the CAA and the UK Government.”

Birmingham in the West Midlands was Flybe's second-busiest airport by total flights in 2019, with the carrier operating almost one-third of the airport's routes.

Flybe is seeking experienced cabin crew

The airline has posted job listings for cabin crew and managers in Birmingham and Northern Ireland. The Flybe is offering permanent contracts at its Birmingham and Belfast bases for experienced cabin crew and managers for an "early 2022" launch. The closing date for the applications has been set as March 18th, but the airline warns it may close the job advertisement early if they receive sufficient applications.

Job advertisements on Flybe's website and LinkedIn page are currently only for experienced crew members. Applicants for the fresh new Flybe must hold a valid Cabin Crew Medical and UK-issued Cabin Crew Attestation or an EASA Attestation issued prior to January 1st 2021.

Potential crew must also be between 5’2 and 6’0 (without shoes), have no visible tattoos or piercings, and be able to live and work unrestricted in the UK. All applicants must also hold a valid passport, full UK Driving Licence, and live within 60 minutes travelling distance from a base airport. Currently, the options are Birmingham (BHX) and Belfast (BEL) in Northern Ireland.

It really is such brilliant news that Flybe is coming back as a commercial airline, and even better that it has chosen Birmingham to house its new headquarters. “Not only does this mean better domestic and international connectivity for our region as well as local jobs and opportunities being created here, but it’s yet another show of faith in the West Midlands with businesses choosing to commit to our region as we recover from the pandemic." Added Andy Street, Mayor of West Midlands.

Those looking to apply for cabin manager are required to have a minimum of 12 months flying experience working as cabin crew. The job posting closes March 11th for Belfast, and no closing date has been listed for the Birmingham cabin manager position.

Potential for expansion at Belfast

Simple Flying previously reported that Belfast could serve as a major focal point for the revamped Flybe. The airline is set to operate a fleet composed entirely of turboprops, and has already received its first De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400, the first of a planned thirty-two. The first Flybe was the world’s largest operator of the Dash 8, which can complete short journeys almost as quickly as a regional jet with significantly lower CO2 emissions.

Finance Business Partner

Location: Birmingham / Type: Full Time

We’re looking for a qualified Accountant to join the Finance team as Finance Business Partner. Reporting into the Director of Finance, you will deliver a professional service to the technical team.

This is a permanent vacancy, however for individuals who are immediately available we will consider a 6-month Fixed Term Contact or Temp to Perm.

About us

We’re on a journey as a new company taking the much-loved flybe brand into a new era. Putting our customers and team mates at the heart of everything we do, our motto is ‘smile and go the extra mile’.

We are in the business of serving the demand for faster and easier connections in a friendly, responsible, and sustainable way. Our talented people really are the key to our success and future ambitions. At flybe you can really be yourself and we celebrate and value the differences that make us all unique.

Role purpose

Working closely with the Director of Finance and wider Finance team to deliver business objectives to key business areas which will be achieved by advising and influencing decision making through best practice and timely data and insight.

You will combine your accounting skills with effective management and concise communication to both financial and non-financial management.

Your key responsibilities will be: -

Supporting & Driving Business Performance

· Contributing to the delivery of Flybe’s financial performance through identification of trends, insights and opportunities for the purpose of improving business performance

· Producing detailed monthly management accounts, variance analysis and commentaries to support decision making

· Working with key stakeholders across the business ensuring financial information supports business decisions – business partnering

· Managing and monitoring finance related contracts, including dealing with any issues, disputes or renewals

· Preparation and management of reports required for third party contractual requirements

Business Planning & Budgeting

· Coordinating and directing the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts. Commissioning and undertaking budgeting analysis, budgeting and forecasting activities

Establishing & Maintaining Effectiveness of Systems & Controls

· Implementing, developing, and promoting the Finance system ensuring the system responds to business and commercial needs

· Ensuring appropriate and effective controls implemented covering all financial transactions and associated financial reporting

About you

You will be a fully qualified Accountant with experience in business partnering in a fast-paced, consumer facing environment, preferably in an aviation environment, however we will consider people from other industries.

You’ll have: -

· A relevant Accountancy Qualification, e.g. Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) or the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).

· Significant experience in monthly and annual reporting

· Proven experience producing budgets and forecasting

· Advanced skills of analysis and interpretation

· Stock and asset management experience within the a Finance team would be advantageous

· Advanced Excel skills and competent experience of Microsoft Office Suite, experience of effectively working with finance systems and applications and able to adapt and learn new systems and continuously developing systems for lean and straightforward processes

You’ll have the ability to influence at all levels, whilst also being a team player and sharing best practice. You’ll be able to work under pressure and manage your own priorities in an organised way.

If you have experience in either aviation or a similar start-up company where you have experience of setting up new systems and processes, this would be advantageous.

Things to know

You’ll receive a rewards package that includes a pension scheme, health & wellbeing cash plan including an employee assistance programme, staff travel benefits, elearning opportunities and free car parking onsite. You’ll also have the chance to work in an environment where you can really thrive and develop further as we grow. It’s a really exciting time to join the business where you will have the ability to make an impact and help flybe be successful.

The closing date for this role is 6 October 2022 but please don’t delay in sending your CV as we’d love to start reviewing applications straight away and may close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.

Maintenance Control Engineer/Technical Representative

Location: Birmingham / Type: Full Time

We’ve taken to the skies and are looking for a Maintenance Control Centre (MCC) Engineer / Technical Representative to join the technical team, based at our HQ in Birmingham.

About us

Role purpose

This role will comprise of a mixture of Maintenance Control and Technical Representation

Maintenance Control

Working as part of a highly experienced specialist team, you will ensure continued airworthiness and serviceability of all Flybe aircraft. You will coordinate operational maintenance, ensuring line maintenance is completed to a high standard and within timescales, maintaining oversight of fleet performance, maximising utilisation and avoiding operational disruption. You will provide technical guidance and advice to Engineers and Flight Crew.

Technical Representation

You will Technically Represent Flybe during aircraft deliveries and maintenance inputs. You will act as the interface between the MRO and the Flybe Technical department. You will provide technical guidance to the MRO and ensure the quality of the maintenance delivered is of the highest standard.

Key responsibilities: -

· Act as the main point of contact between Engineering and Operations

· Building effective working partnerships across both internal and external functional departments

· Ensuring all documentation and its certification is completed in a timely manner and to the defined procedures to meet company procedures and legislation

· Ensuring continuous population of the Maintenance Information System AMOS

· Perform short term planning guidance for the Flybe Fleet up to A check

· Providing troubleshooting advice by reference to related publications, historical data or through liaison with equipment and platform expertise as required

· Tracking aircraft technical status and monitoring for aircraft repetitive defects, implementing corrective action.

· Facilitating root cause analysis highlighting opportunities for improvements and implementing preventive measures

· Supporting and assisting with investigations into safety incidents, reports and audit findings where relevant/appropriate

· Perform Customer Acceptance on post maintenance aircraft

About you

You’ll need a Part 66 B1 or B2 Licenced Engineer and experience of working in a demanding Commercial Aviation Part M, Line or Base Maintenance team environment. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to work under pressure to demanding deadlines

Other essential skills required: -

· Ability to work a shift pattern on day shift and night shift

· Diligent and methodical experience of producing detailed reports, clear work instructions and concise technical advice

· Proven technical problem-solving experience

· Excellent communication skills, particularly the ability to understand complex concepts and communicate them clearly to technical and non-technical audiences

· Self-sufficient and able to make risk-based decisions

· A proactive team player who can also work independently and demonstrates flexibility

Great to have’s: -

· Part CAMO experience/completed training

· DHC-402 Q400 type rating

· AMP/MSG3 completed training

Things to know

Salary Package: £69,000 which includes basic pay, shift allowance and bonus

In addition to a competitive salary, you will receive a rewards package that includes a pension scheme, health & wellbeing cash plan including an employee assistance programme, staff travel benefits and elearning opportunities. You’ll also have the chance to work in an environment where you can really thrive and develop further as we grow. It’s a really exciting time to join the business where you will have the ability to make an impact and help flybe be successful.

The closing date for this role is 6 October 2022 but please don’t delay in applying as we’d love to start reviewing applications straight away and may close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.

You must have the eligibility to live and work in the UK.