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Aer Lingus Recruitment

Experienced Cabin Crew / Flight Attendants - Washington Dulles, USA

Ref: ECCIAD/09

On March 28, 2010, Aer Lingus will commence daily scheduled service between Washington, Dulles and Madrid. This service will be operated in conjunction with our code-share partner United Airlines and will capitalise on the opportunity presented by the Open Skies agreement between the United States and the European Union.

We are currently looking for experienced Cabin Crew / Flight Attendants to join Aer Lingus at our new long haul base in Washington Dulles.

Our Cabin Crew are recognised by their winning smiles, excellent customer service and professionalism at all times. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of this exciting new long haul team from the beginning.

Aer Lingus will operate A330, twin class aircraft flying exclusively from Washington Dulles to our launch destination Madrid, Spain.

Key Responsibilities / Duties:

• Responsible for safety and standards throughout the cabin of an A330 twin class aircraft.
• Ensure compliance with company policy/procedures in accordance with the Aer Lingus operations manuals.
• Maintain consistently high onboard standards.
• Ensure sales targets are met/exceeded.
• Take and accept responsibility for meeting and exceeding our customers' expectations.
• Contribute as part of our cabin crew team in the delivery of reliable punctuality.
• Contribute as part of our cabin crew team to the delivery of excellent customer service.
• Responsible for infllight sales revenues and stock control.

To be considered for a position as Aer Lingus Cabin Crew, applicants must be able to meet the following criteria:

Possession and demonstration of the key competencies outlined below:

• Thorough knowledge of the Cabin Crew role, especially air safety and aviation security.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Well-developed customer service skills and a good awareness of our customers' expectations.
• Strong sales skills and target driven.
• Self motivated, flexible and adaptable.
• Professional with a positive attitude to work.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Have at least 1 year's experience operating as a cabin crew member.
• Currently operating as cabin crew or have operated as cabin crew within the last 2 years.
• Must fulfill government-required criminal background checks to qualify for unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas. Must secure airport authority and/or U.S. Customs security badges, if applicable.
• Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language.
• Capable of arriving at Washington Dulles airport within 45 minutes when on reserve duty.
• Possess a current unrestricted worldwide passport.

Physical Requirements:

• A minimum of 5ft 2in (1.58m) in height with weight in proportion, such that the ability to perform all job functions is not impacted or hindered.
• Physically fit - able to stand for long periods of time, push & pull heavy articles as required and able to reach all emergency equipment onboard the aircraft.
• Must have 20/40 correctable vision in each eye.
• Able to pass post-offer physical exam.
• Competent swimmer - able to swim 25 metres in a pool and tread water.
• Be willing to adhere to all Aer Lingus uniform standards, including that no tattoos, body piercings or tongue rings are visible in the Aer Lingus Uniform. Tattoos may not be covered with adhesive bandages or by other methods, to render them not visible.
• Be prepared to spend time away from base (overnight) and time on call.

Citizenship:

• All candidates must be a United States citizen or possess the legal right to work and live in the U.S.

Minimum Age:

• Be at least 21 years of age by closing date of application.

Desirable criteria:

• Fluent in Spanish both written and spoken.
• Experience on Airbus aircraft.
• Long haul experience.

Transfers or relocation to Washington will be at the successful candidates own expense.

To apply for these positions, please complete Application Form and return it by email to usrecruit@aerlingus.com.

To ensure that your application reaches us promptly please type "Ref: ECCIAD/09" in the subject line.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 12.00 noon EST on Wednesday 25th November 2009.

Please note that if the volume of candidates meeting all essential criteria is high, Aer Lingus will then take desirable criteria into account. This means that even though you may meet all essential criteria, your application may not be progressed.

Aer Lingus is an equal opportunities employer.