First Officer - Cathay Pacific Airways

Role Overview

Cathay Pacific Airways is seeking highly skilled and motivated professionals for the Hong Kong-based First Officer position. This role offers the exceptional opportunity to fly a world-class fleet of modern Airbus and Boeing aircraft across an extensive global network, encompassing regional, long-haul, and ultra-long-haul routes. Safety and comprehensive training are fundamental pillars of Flight Operations at Cathay Pacific, with pilot careers and development fully supported by an industry-leading Flight Training Centre.

A career as a First Officer with Cathay Pacific features a clear and well-established pathway to Command. Beyond line flying, ample opportunities exist for professional growth and skill development, with many pilots contributing to vital areas such as flight data analysis, safety groups, training roles, and management teams.

Comprehensive Benefits and Lifestyle

A career with Cathay Pacific is further enhanced by a robust benefits package designed to support its valued pilots. These include:

Generous staff travel privileges across the airline's network for the First Officer and their eligible dependants.
Comprehensive insurance coverage.
A substantial monthly allowance.
Children’s Education Allowance.
A generous provident fund.
The opportunity to earn more through a productivity-driven contract.

Successful candidates will be based in Hong Kong, Asia's World City, a vibrant metropolis recognized for its rich history and distinctive culture, of which Cathay Pacific is a proud constituent.

Minimum Requirements

Prospective First Officers must meet the following essential criteria to be considered for this prestigious Hong Kong-based role:

Possession of an ICAO Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) or a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) with a Multi Engine Instrument Rating (MEIR) and all same state ATPL examination credits. All licences and credits must have been obtained without exemption or conversion.
A valid Class 1 Medical Certificate.
ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4 or above.
A minimum total flying time of 1,500 hours (3,000 hours preferred), including:
- At least 500 hours as Pilot in Command (P1), of which a maximum of 250 hours may be P1 Under Supervision (P1 U/S).
Additionally, applicants must fulfill one of the following flight experience criteria:
A) A minimum of 500 hours on civil aircraft certified for multi-crew operations with a Maximum Take-Off Weight (MTOW) exceeding 45,000 kg.
OR
B) A minimum of 1,500 hours on civil aircraft certified for multi-crew operations with an MTOW exceeding 10,000 kg or aircraft certified and configured for more than 19 passengers, including:
- A minimum of 500 hours (comprising at least 250 P1 and/or P1 U/S hours) accumulated in the preceding 5 years; OR
- A minimum of 100 sectors flown in the preceding 5 years.

Selection Process and Fleet Assignment

The selection process for First Officers is comprehensive and includes a pre-employment medical check, strictly aligned with HKCAD Class 1 medical standards, and a thorough background investigation, encompassing criminal records. As this is a Safety Sensitive Role, candidates are also required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test in accordance with the HKCAD Guidance for screening of Psychoactive Substances - Annex B, CAD373.

Successful candidates will be considered for assignment to any fleet type currently operated by Cathay Pacific, which includes the A321neo, A330, A350, B777, and B747 aircraft.

Application Information

Cathay Pacific is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Personal data provided by job applicants will be processed strictly in accordance with the airline's personal data policy and utilized solely for recruitment purposes. Applicants who do not receive notification within eight weeks may consider their application unsuccessful. All related application information will be retained on file for a period of up to 24 months. A copy of the Personal Information Collection Statement is available upon request by contacting the Data Protection Officer.