Cathay Pacific | A320 First Officer

Cathay Pacific Airways is seeking a First Officer to join their Hong Kong-based flight operations team. Operating a world-class fleet of Airbus and Boeing aircraft across regional, long-haul, and ultra-long-haul routes, the airline offers extensive career development opportunities and supports pilots through its Flight Training Centre. The role is based in Hong Kong, a vibrant global city.

About the Role

• Operate a diverse fleet of Airbus and Boeing aircraft.
• Fly across regional, long-haul, and ultra-long-haul routes within Cathay Pacific's global network.
• Benefit from a strong emphasis on safety and training.
• Access well-established pathways to Command.
• Opportunities for development outside of line flying, including roles in flight data, safety groups, training, and management.
• Receive a comprehensive benefits package, including staff travel, insurance, a substantial monthly allowance, children’s education allowance, a generous provident fund, and a productivity-driven contract.

Requirements

• ICAO Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) or Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) with a Multi Engine Instrument Rating (MEIR) and same state ATPL examination credits, obtained without exemption or conversion.
• A valid Class 1 Medical Certificate.
• ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4 or above.
• A minimum of 1,500 total flying hours, with 3,000 hours preferred.
• Minimum 500 hours as Pilot in Command (P1), with a maximum of 250 hours as P1 Under Supervision (P1 U/S).
• Additional flight time requirements include either:
• 500 hours on civil aircraft for multi-crew operations with a Maximum Take-Off Weight (MTOW) greater than 45,000 kg.
• OR 1,500 hours on civil aircraft certified for multi-crew operations with an MTOW greater than 10,000 kg or aircraft certified and configured for more than 19 passengers, including:
• 500 hours (including at least 250 P1 and/or P1 U/S hours) in the preceding 5 years.
• OR 100 sectors in the preceding 5 years.
• Successful candidates will undergo a pre-employment medical check, including a HKCAD Class 1 medical, and a background check, including criminal records.
• A pre-employment drug test in accordance with HKCAD Guidance for Screening of Psychoactive Substances - Annex B (CAD373) is also required.

Fleet and Location

• Successful candidates may be considered for positions on various fleet types operated by Cathay Pacific, including A321neo, A330, A350, B777, and B747.
• The role is Hong Kong-based.