Easyjet DEC in Southern Europe
Thread Starter
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 14
Likes: 0
From: France
Easyjet DEC in Southern Europe
Hi guys,
I read as much as I could about EZY, to try to figure out if it could be a good idea for me to try to jump in. When I read about Portugal, I had the feeling that I should run away. But the info is dated 2013 and latest rumours I heard from there where not so bad.
I ambition to join EZY as a DEC to live in Southern Europe (Italy, Spain, Portugal). I wonder:
- First, maybe, do you have any info that they will still recruit DEC there ?
- What type of contracts do they offer (I mean, can you move to one base to another later on or are they specific contracts to the location, like it is in Lisbon ?)
- What salary can I expect in each location ?
- Any thoughts about the waiting time for a CPT to move to France ?
Thanks for any info.
I read as much as I could about EZY, to try to figure out if it could be a good idea for me to try to jump in. When I read about Portugal, I had the feeling that I should run away. But the info is dated 2013 and latest rumours I heard from there where not so bad.
I ambition to join EZY as a DEC to live in Southern Europe (Italy, Spain, Portugal). I wonder:
- First, maybe, do you have any info that they will still recruit DEC there ?
- What type of contracts do they offer (I mean, can you move to one base to another later on or are they specific contracts to the location, like it is in Lisbon ?)
- What salary can I expect in each location ?
- Any thoughts about the waiting time for a CPT to move to France ?
Thanks for any info.
Joined: Sep 2015
Posts: 34
Likes: 0
From: Netherlands
Hi Aspell,
My advice is to stay away from Portugal. The contracts are the worst in the easyJet network and the Portugese taxes are killing. As a captain more than 50% of your salary goes to the Portugese authorities.
There is a base freeze of 5 years for captains at the moment and it is unlikely that this is going to change.
To my knowledge Barcelona is slightly better. Taxes are a lot lower I believe.
The Italian contracts are quite good I believe.
If you want more information about the Portugese contracts send me a pm and I'll see if I can answer your questions.
Best regards,
NLP
My advice is to stay away from Portugal. The contracts are the worst in the easyJet network and the Portugese taxes are killing. As a captain more than 50% of your salary goes to the Portugese authorities.
There is a base freeze of 5 years for captains at the moment and it is unlikely that this is going to change.
To my knowledge Barcelona is slightly better. Taxes are a lot lower I believe.
The Italian contracts are quite good I believe.
If you want more information about the Portugese contracts send me a pm and I'll see if I can answer your questions.
Best regards,
NLP
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
From: Espaņa
In BCN from feb 2016, no dec recruitment anymore, all aircraft full. Contract is permanent with 5 yr base freeze for dec.
Tax + soc segurity in BCN is around 35%, basic salary of 100000 you start with 5400 net basic salary. nominal sector pay 80e, 35 sectors a month, 66e per day tax free, gives you around 2000e net sector pay. This will be a bit more since almost all sectors will be factored 1,2 as mid range sector.
So total around 7400e net, holiday pay & bonus excluded, no pension, no soc benefits in the first year. I know, its not the best contract within ezy, but better than local competitors, life is cheaper then northern europe and you live under the sun
Tax + soc segurity in BCN is around 35%, basic salary of 100000 you start with 5400 net basic salary. nominal sector pay 80e, 35 sectors a month, 66e per day tax free, gives you around 2000e net sector pay. This will be a bit more since almost all sectors will be factored 1,2 as mid range sector.
So total around 7400e net, holiday pay & bonus excluded, no pension, no soc benefits in the first year. I know, its not the best contract within ezy, but better than local competitors, life is cheaper then northern europe and you live under the sun
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
From: Espaņa
There are no ĻextraĻpension contributions. State pension is included in soc security contributions, but max amount after 35 (!) yrs contributing is 1500e per month... 
If spain still exists.... 
, other discussion...
If spain still exists.... , other discussion...
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 450
Likes: 10
From: N53
BCN has no contractual right to transfer to another easyJet base. This is included in the contract. That means no way of joining any waiting list in the future. Make sure you are happy with this before you decide to join.
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 62
Likes: 0
From: not in paradise
What!!!
Direct employment with Eazy, 7.500 net/month plus bonus, car park, decent staff travel and variable roster.
That sounds like a dream contract if you compare it to the red nose one at the same base. Although the company is very nice to work for
Direct employment with Eazy, 7.500 net/month plus bonus, car park, decent staff travel and variable roster.
That sounds like a dream contract if you compare it to the red nose one at the same base. Although the company is very nice to work for
Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 2,428
Likes: 3
From: Not At Home
BCN has no contractual right to transfer to another easyJet base. This is included in the contract. That means no way of joining any waiting list in the future. Make sure you are happy with this before you decide to join.
BCN has no waiting list because it is based on social criteria. The info I have seen also outlines a base freeze before being able to transfer.
Why would there be a freeze period if no ability to transfer...?
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 450
Likes: 10
From: N53
Because I work for easyjet and have seen the contract as I was offer command but nicely declined it. I am earning more as na SFO that what I would be in BCN as captain. I only advice people to stay away from any easyjet employment, only then they will be forced to offer what old bases enjoy.
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 62
Likes: 0
From: not in paradise
!!!!!! that is not so good then.
Anyhow, take 10% pay cut on your net earnings. Get employed by a mysterious and an inept agency, car park away and soon all ops to be transferred to Ireland. Only then youīll be on a par to the red nose bunch at the same base.
Don't forget how nice the company is though.
Anyhow, take 10% pay cut on your net earnings. Get employed by a mysterious and an inept agency, car park away and soon all ops to be transferred to Ireland. Only then youīll be on a par to the red nose bunch at the same base.
Don't forget how nice the company is though.
Last edited by jedy; 7th October 2015 at 16:57.
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
From: Espaņa
staff travel is useless and risky on standby
Anyway, decision to join or not under the offered T&Cīs is very personal, depends on current employment/social/financial situation and ambition. Some prefer to make more money and stay SFO and/or are 15 days per month from home, some prefer to be at home every night but earn less money... No good or bad decision here, just do whats good for you.
But indeed, you must be fully aware of the conditions before accepting the contract. So conclusion regarding post of askell. Best south european base of ezy is without doubt in Italy or France. LIS and BCN are completely different, but conditions are still better than local competitors, you might have difficulties to move to other base and avoid commuting.
And last but not least, donīt worry about car park in BCN, you can use your scooter/motorbike 95% of the year
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 125
Likes: 0
From: just around the corner
Good Morning
Could someone tell me some info on Ezy
I am 45 yrs old, looking at doing a Easa conversion, considerable wide body experience international ops. Have never flown a airbus.
Have a euro passport and wife is from Napoli.
If I were too get a easa conversion and a 320 type rating, what chance of joining ezy as a SFO 320 napoli base
Also what is the net take home pay for a SFO
cheers
Could someone tell me some info on Ezy
I am 45 yrs old, looking at doing a Easa conversion, considerable wide body experience international ops. Have never flown a airbus.
Have a euro passport and wife is from Napoli.
If I were too get a easa conversion and a 320 type rating, what chance of joining ezy as a SFO 320 napoli base
Also what is the net take home pay for a SFO
cheers
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 125
Likes: 0
From: just around the corner
Where could I get a hold of the contact number too speak too someone in recruitment.
Thanks for your help. Will try and not ask too many silly questions but do they do overnights. As I really don't want too go away from base
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 2,731
Likes: 53
From: World
In Naples I am not sure, but in another big base in Italy you can expect almost zero layovers, in normal circumstances.
As for the contacts... unfortunately the official channel is through the recruitment website. I doubt you would be able to find a direct number without being already into the company, sorry.
Recruitment in Naples was happening some months ago, now not anymore. It was open for both rated and not rated, but as far as I know, most of the positions went to rated applicants.
As for the contacts... unfortunately the official channel is through the recruitment website. I doubt you would be able to find a direct number without being already into the company, sorry.
Recruitment in Naples was happening some months ago, now not anymore. It was open for both rated and not rated, but as far as I know, most of the positions went to rated applicants.
