UAE: Etihad Airways to Hire 12,000 Employees Over the Next Five Years
Etihad Airways has announced plans to double its workforce, hiring 12,000 employees in the next five years as part of its strategy to expand its fleet.
The Abu Dhabi-based airline currently employs 12,000 staff from over 147 nationalities.
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Dr. Nadia Bastaki, Chief People and Corporate Affairs Officer, stated that the airline will increase its fleet from 101 aircraft, reflecting a strong growth trajectory.
In the past three years, Etihad has already hired over 4,000 personnel, including pilots, cabin crew, and engineers.
This year, the airline aims to recruit 2,000 new employees, including frontline positions. During its inaugural career fair, Khutwaty 2025, thousands of young UAE nationals attended, showing strong interest in opportunities at the airline.
To manage the influx of applications, which can exceed 30,000 for cabin crew positions, Etihad is leveraging artificial intelligence technology to streamline processes like onboarding and selection.
This innovative approach aims to enhance efficiency in recruitment and support the airline’s ambitious growth plans.
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