Air Arabia | A320 First Officer

First Officer - A320 Family

Aviation professionals are invited to apply for the position of First Officer. The First Officer conducts assigned flights in strict accordance with the Company Operational Manual and all relevant Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulations. He/She ensures the paramount safety, security, and efficiency of all operated flights, provides guidance and support to the flight and cabin crew, effectively manages emergencies and ad-hoc scenarios, and maintains control of the flight to guarantee successful performance and uphold a positive corporate image.

The First Officer flies aircrafts between destinations according to schedules and approved flight plans, assuming ultimate responsibility for the aircraft during assigned flights, prioritizing safety, efficiency, and passenger comfort.

Experience, Qualifications, and Requirements:

• Minimum of 750 flying hours on the A320 Family. Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) is preferred.
• Possession of valid licenses, a valid Class 1 medical certificate, and a valid Instrument Rating (IR).
• Valid English Language Proficiency (ELP) certification at Level 4 or above.
• Appropriate Commercial Pilot License (CPL) or ATPL (preferred).
• Successful completion of technical, psychometric, and medical fitness assessments for Pilots as per Company and CAA standards.
• Essential training in safety and emergency response; formal qualification is an advantage.
• Basic training in airport and security procedures and regulations is an advantage.
• Crew Resources Management Training is considered an advantage.
• Familiarity with IATA principles and standards relating to security is an advantage.
• Proficiency in aircraft systems, Microsoft Office, internet usage, and web search.
• Exceptional English language skills, encompassing written and verbal communication, technical report writing, and presentation delivery.
• Experience with low-cost airlines is highly desirable, but not mandatory.

Flight Deck Crew Emoluments – First Officer

• Contract Type: Undetermined period contract

• Details of Fixed Salary: (All figures in PKR i.e., Pakistan Rupees)

• Total Fixed Salary:
  • 0-500 SIC hours: Total salary of PKR 380,000/month.
  • 501-1500 SIC hours: Total salary of PKR 803,000/month.
  • 1501-3000 SIC hours: Total salary of PKR 868,000/month.
  • 3001-3750 SIC hours: Total salary of PKR 1,090,000/month.
  • 3750+ SIC hours: Total salary of PKR 1,534,000/month.

• Salary Breakup Details:
  • Basic Salary: PKR 70,000 (0-500 SIC hours), PKR 150,000 (501-1500 SIC hours), PKR 200,000 (1501-3000 SIC hours), PKR 250,000 (3001-3750 SIC hours) and PKR 350,000 (3750+ SIC hours).
  • Fixed Flying Allowance: PKR 45,500 (0-500 SIC hours), PKR 200,000 (501+ SIC hours), PKR 200,000 (1501-3000 SIC hours), PKR 250,000 (3001-3750 SIC hours) and PKR 250,000 (3750+ SIC hours).
  • Housing Allowance: PKR 60,000 (0-500 SIC hours), PKR 150,000 (501+ SIC hours)
  • Other Allowances: PKR 2,500 (0-500 SIC hours), PKR 73,000 (501+ SIC hours), PKR 83,000 (1501-3000 SIC hours), PKR 200,000 (3001-3750 SIC hours) and PKR 284,000 (3750+ SIC hours).
  • Conveyance Allowance: PKR 50,000 (0-500 SIC hours), PKR 70,000 (501+ SIC hours)
  • Medical Allowance: PKR 7,000 (0-500 SIC hours), PKR 15,000 (501+ SIC hours), PKR 20,000 (1501-3000 SIC hours), PKR 25,000 (3001-3750 SIC hours) and PKR 35,000 (3750+ SIC hours)..
  • Settling Allowance: PKR 100,000/month (discretionary).
  • Seniority Allowance: PKR 50,000/month (discretionary).

• Additional Benefits:
  • Transport: Provided for all flight duties.
  • Command Upgrade Allowance: PKR 250,000/month (discretionary)
  • Comprehensive Package: Competitive pay, allowances, and operational support tailored to experience and hours flown.

• Job Post: Additional Benefits and Allowances
  • Boeing Ex-Factored Hours: Prior Boeing hours counted at 50% (max 1,500 hrs) for salary determination, combined with Airbus (A320/321/330) hours.
  • Settling Allowance: PKR 100,000/month relocation support (discretionary, subject to annual review).
  • Seniority Allowance: Starts at PKR 50,000/month for First Officers, increasing annually to a cap of PKR 150,000.
  • Command Upgrade: PKR 250,000/month for Captains upon meeting A320F flying hours (3,500+), proficiency checks, and training requirements.
  • Insurance Deduction: PKR 5,000/month.
  • Fuel Card: Provided to A320 pilots with 500+ hours, capped at PKR 30,000/month.
  • SIM Card: Provided to A320 pilots with 500+ hours, capped at PKR 5,000/month (excess deducted).

• Flying Variable Pay (per Credit Block Hour):
  • 1–30 hrs: PKR 5,000/hr
  • 31–60 hrs: PKR 8,500/hr
  • 61–85 hrs: PKR 12,000/hr
  • 86–100 hrs: PKR 14,000/hr
  • 100+ hrs: PKR 16,000/hr

• Flying Allowance: Guaranteed pay for 73 block hours/month, conditional on fulfilling 100% of assigned hours. Proportional deductions apply for excess leave or non-availability.
• Duty Hour Pay: PKR 1,000 per actual duty hour (Sign-in to Sign-out).
• Credit Hours:
  • Day flights: Paid at 1x block hour allowance.
  • Night flights (1830–0629): Paid at 1.3x block hour allowance.
• Off-Day Duty: PKR 10,000 compensation for rostered off-day duty, in addition to the Flying Allowance.
• Onboard Meal: Free meal for operating crew.
• Gratuity: One month’s fixed gross salary (including Flying Allowance) for every 12 months of service.

This package ensures attractive rewards and comprehensive benefits for experienced flight crew.