Dubai Jobs: Emirates to Hire 5,000 Cabin Crew in 2024
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has announced a global cabin crew recruitment drive aimed at bolstering its commitment to providing the best in-flight experience.
With the imminent arrival of its new fleet of Airbus A350s, the airline plans to hire 5,000 new cabin crew members who will contribute to maintaining the airline’s reputation for exceptional service.
The recruitment drive targets individuals who are new to the workforce, including fresh graduates with internships or part-time jobs, as well as those with at least a year of hospitality or customer service experience, the airline said in a statement on Tuesday.
Dubai’s Emirates to hire cabin crew from 6 continents in major global recruitment drive
Emirates is offering a career opportunity that involves travelling the globe and working for one of the most iconic brands in the industry.
Successful candidates will receive training from top-notch instructors, equipping them with essential hospitality and life skills.
One of the highlights of the job is the chance to explore over 140 cities in 76 countries, as well as enjoy a range of benefits that come with working as Emirates’ cabin crew.
The eligibility criteria can be found on the Emirates Group Careers website.
To reach potential candidates around the world, Emirates plans to host open days and assessments in more than 460 cities across six continents in 2024.
This extensive recruitment effort demonstrates the airline’s dedication to diversity and showcases the appeal of living and working in vibrant Dubai.
Emirates has been actively expanding its fleet and network, preparing to introduce the highly anticipated A350s and Boeing 777-Xs.
The airline’s order book includes 65 A350s and a combination of 205 777-9s and 777-8s. The addition of these new aircraft will enhance Emirates’ global reach and allow for the expansion of its route network.
New cabin crew recruits to undergo training
New cabin crew recruits will undergo rigorous training for eight weeks, ensuring they deliver the highest standards of hospitality, safety, and service that have become synonymous with Emirates.
The training takes place at Emirates’ facility in Dubai and equips cabin crew members with invaluable skills such as effective communication, initiative, leadership, and the ability to work well in multicultural teams.
Continuous training programs and access to LinkedIn courses are also part of the package.
Emirates’ cabin crew community is a melting pot of cultures, with representatives from over 140 nationalities speaking an impressive 130 languages.
The strong bonds formed within this diverse community foster teamwork, a shared sense of purpose, and a commitment to providing exceptional service.
Cabin crew members at Emirates enjoy excellent career progression opportunities, including the possibility of upgrading to higher cabin classes or taking on roles as cabin supervisors, pursers, or trainers.
Currently, the airline boasts 1,180 pursers who have advanced through the ranks after completing rigorous training and assessments. Cabin crew members also have the chance to apply for internal positions within the Emirates Group.
Emirates cabin crew members experience a competitive tax-free salary and flying pay, and also receive various benefits such as profit share eligibility, hotel stays, concessional travel and cargo rates, annual leave, furnished accommodation, transportation to and from work, as well as comprehensive medical, life, and dental insurance coverage.
Additionally, friends and family of cabin crew members can enjoy significantly discounted flight tickets, allowing for unforgettable experiences together.
Aspiring candidates are encouraged to visit the Emirates Group Careers website regularly for updates on open day schedules and further details about the application process.
