Jet2.com | A320 First Officer

A320 Type Rated First Officer | Jet2.com

Jet2.com, a leading UK airline, has once again been honoured as a Which? Recommended Provider for 2025, distinguishing itself as the only UK airline to achieve this prestigious status across all possible categories. With a proven track record of sustained growth and the consistent delivery of an award-winning product, Jet2.com offers an exceptional environment for aviation professionals.

The Opportunity: A320 Type Rated First Officer

This is an outstanding opportunity to join Jet2.com as an A320 Type Rated First Officer. With a significant order of 146 new Airbus A320 aircraft scheduled for delivery in the coming years, the company provides unparalleled prospects for diverse base options and substantial career progression within its expanding fleet.

Competitive Compensation and Career Progression

Jet2.com is proud to offer a highly competitive pilot reward package. Pilots benefit from a high basic salary, which is not dependent on hours flown. The company demonstrates its commitment to its pilots through annual pay reviews, resulting in a compound salary increase of over 24% since 2022. Career development is fostered through swift, merit-based progression opportunities, with frequent avenues to take on additional roles in Training, Safety, Technical areas, and people management. Applications are assessed on suitability, not seniority, ensuring equitable advancement.

Pilot Lifestyle and Work-Life Balance

A successful career at Jet2.com is complemented by a fulfilling lifestyle. The Flight Operations team enjoys a robust working partnership, supported by dedicated management at each base and a proactive Crew Development team focused on enhancing pilot lifestyle and benefits. Continuous improvements to pilot work-life balance are a priority, actively informed by the input of Flight Deck Colleagues. Pilots can expect mostly two-sector days, facilitating more nights at home, with rosters published up to eight weeks in advance. The commitment to a sustainable lifestyle is further underscored by:

• Three requested days off per month, enabling time off for special occasions without the need to use annual leave.
• A rotating priority leave booking system, offering 37 days per annum for full-time colleagues.
• Live free bidding for annual leave with instant confirmation, not based on seniority.
• Flexible winter leave options.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will possess:

• A valid UK-issued Pilots Licence.
• Minimum English Language Proficiency (ELP) Level 5.
• A current Class One Medical.
• A current A320/1 Type Rating with over 500 hours experience on type.

Comprehensive Pilot Reward Package Highlights

Beyond the core benefits mentioned, Jet2.com offers a comprehensive pilot reward package, designed to support a rewarding career and personal well-being. This includes:

• A high basic salary, not dependent on hours.
• Annual Company Pay Review, resulting in a compound increase of over 24% since 2022.
• Stable Basing, confirmed at the point of offer.
• Transparent Base transfer policy, based on seniority of request post-training.
• Excellent time to Command.
• Sustainable lifestyle with mostly two-sector days, ensuring pilots are home most nights.
• Rosters published up to 8 weeks in advance.
• Three Requested Days Off per month.
• Rotating priority leave booking system – 37 days per annum for full-time colleagues.
• Live free bidding for annual leave with instant confirmation, not based on seniority.
• Winter leave options.
• Comprehensive ‘Medical History Disregarded’ Private Healthcare.
• Discretionary Colleague profit share scheme.
• Contributory pension scheme with an 8% Company contribution.
• A great team spirit and friendly colleagues.
• An award-winning, financially stable business with an unrivalled focus on Crew Development.
• A Company pilots can be proud to work for.