AirAsia | A320 First Officer

First Officer

Location: Manila - Red Horizon

Employment Type: Full time

Job Requisition ID: JR0032981

Department: Flight Operations

Entity: Philippines AirAsia Inc. (PAA)

Job Description

The First Officer is responsible for assisting the Commander in the safe and efficient operation of the aircraft, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and maintaining high professional standards in flight preparation, in-flight duties, and post-flight activities. This role demands strong situational awareness, technical proficiency, and effective teamwork to support operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in crew briefings, reviewing aeronautical, meteorological, and technical information, as well as anticipated aircraft load.
• Ensure all personal licenses, medical certifications, passports, visas, and logbooks are current and valid.
• Verify the validity of required documents for all operating technical crew members.
• Perform duties as Pilot Flying (PF) or Pilot Monitoring (PM) as directed by the Commander.
• Assist the Commander in managing flight deck operations through effective task distribution, cooperation, information sharing, and monitoring of flight progress, aircraft systems, airspace, and crew performance.
• Complete and manage all necessary operational documents, including Operational Flight Plans, occurrence reports, and Voyage Reports.
• Finalize aircraft documentation post-flight, ensure the flight deck is prepared for the next crew, and secure the aircraft if necessary.

Candidate Profile

• Friendly, mature, humble, honest, meticulous, self-starter, and capable of performing under pressure in challenging environments.
• Proficient in oral and written English.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise tact and discretion.
• Holds a CAAP CPL/IR or MPL.
• Holds a valid CAAP Class 1 medical certificate.
• Holds a College Degree or equivalent.
• English Language Proficiency at Level 4 or above.
• Minimum 200 hours fixed wing experience or equivalent credited hours.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in modern cockpit operations, including EFIS/FMS systems.
• Strong understanding of aviation regulations, flight planning, and operational documentation.
• Skilled in flight management systems, navigation, and aircraft performance monitoring.

Soft Skills & Competencies:

• High attention to detail and ability to work in high-pressure operational environments.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Adaptable and proactive with strong situational awareness.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence.