EasyJet urges over 45s to join its cabin crew
Gary NoakesEasyJet has launched a recruitment drive for new cabin crew over the age of 45.
The airline said parents whose children have left the family home and anyone looking for a new career challenge later in life are among those encouraged to apply.
EasyJet has seen a 27% increase in cabin crew over the age of 45 since 2018, including a 30% increase in those over 60 in the last year.
The new campaign follows research by easyJet among 2,000 British adults over 45. It found 78% would like to take on a new challenge once their children have flown the nest. Over half (57%) of respondents said they hoped to find a new career in something they are truly passionate about.
Michael Brown, easyJet’s director of cabin services said: “If you’ve got a passion for travel and people and want a job that’s different every day, then we can’t wait to welcome you onboard as part of the team.”
The campaign has been launched with a series of ads featuring cabin crew who joined easyJet in the past year. They include Mike Tear (57), Gary Fellowes (63) and Carlos Santa Monica (48).
The airline said the over 45s’ wealth of life experience and transferable skills, such as customer service and people management, made many ideal candidates for the job.
One new recruit, Neil, 59, followed daughter Holly, 29, to become cabin crew in 2019 having previously worked in engineering and a 30-year career in sales.
He said: “I decided I needed a new challenge and wanted a job I could enjoy and would look forward to work each day.
"Knowing how much Holly loved the job, and with her encouragement, I applied and found myself at the Luton academy for training. I have loved it ever since.”
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