First Officer - QantasLink
QantasLink, Australia's largest regional airline, offers a unique and rewarding flying experience for First Officers seeking a dynamic and varied role. Connect with vibrant communities across Australia while navigating a diverse network of metropolitan and regional destinations.
This is a full-time position based in Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Melbourne, or Sydney.
The Opportunity
- Embark on a new adventure working and living in vibrant Australia.
- Access a pathway to Australian permanent residency for international applicants.
- Enjoy attractive salary and comprehensive employee benefits.
- Benefit from the support of a welcoming team throughout your transition.
- Receive relocation support for individuals and families.
- Explore exciting career growth opportunities.
QantasLink: Connecting Australia
QantasLink proudly connects over 60 destinations across Australia, operating over 1,800 flights weekly. As a First Officer, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional service and ensuring a safe and memorable experience for our passengers.
Experience the Beauty of Australia
Our modern fleet of Dash-8, Q400, 300, and 200 aircraft provide a unique flying experience, navigating between capital cities and regional ports, showcasing the diverse landscapes and communities of our nation.
Qualifications
Candidates must possess the following:
- Minimum 2,000 hours of total aeronautical experience in an aeroplane.
- Minimum 250 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC) of a multi-engine aeroplane (MEA), excluding instrument flight simulator (IFS) and in-flight simulator (ICS), or:
- 250 hours as PIC of a single-engine turbine aeroplane greater than 3,400kg maximum takeoff weight (MTOW), excluding IFS and ICS, or:
- 250 hours as a co-pilot in a multi-engine turbine, multi-crew aeroplane, excluding IFS and ICS.
- Air Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL(A)).
- Current endorsements for Instrument Approach 2D and 3D on a current Instrument Rating - Multi Engine Aeroplane.
- Level 6 English Language Proficiency on licence.
- Current Class 1 Aviation Medical Certificate.
- Ability to pass a Drug and Alcohol Test.
- Ability to pass a Qantas pre-employment medical.
- Ability to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).
Career Growth and Development
As a QantasLink pilot, you'll enjoy a stable and secure career with opportunities across the Qantas Group. Continue to enhance your skills through world-class training programs and benefit from the mentorship of experienced professionals. Explore opportunities to progress to captaincy and pilot some of the most sophisticated turboprop aircraft in the air.
Unmatched Employee Benefits
Beyond competitive compensation, QantasLink offers a comprehensive employee benefits program that extends well beyond travel:
- Travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe for you, your family, and friends, plus exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.
- Flexible Leave: Make use of flexible working opportunities and leave options, including paid parental leave.
- Rewarding Partnerships: Access thousands of rewards and discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure, and entertainment. Benefit from a salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices, and professional memberships.
- Wellbeing Support: Receive access to resources that support your well-being, including mental health initiatives, interactive wellbeing apps, and tailored nutrition plans.
An Inclusive and Sustainable Culture
QantasLink is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as individuals from all backgrounds, to apply. Our commitment to sustainability extends to supporting environmental initiatives and charitable causes.
Ready to Take Flight?
If you're a skilled and dedicated aviator seeking a challenging and rewarding role, submit your application and join the QantasLink team. Together, we'll soar to new heights.