A320 Type Rated First Officer - Jet2.com Aviation Career Opportunity

Jet2.com, a distinguished and consistently recognized leader in the UK aviation sector, proudly holds the prestigious Which? Recommended Provider status for 2025. This esteemed recognition, awarded across every possible category, underscores the airline's unwavering commitment to exceptional consumer standards and service excellence. As the only UK airline to achieve this status repeatedly, Jet2.com offers a robust and award-winning environment for aviation professionals.

Role Opportunity: A320 Type Rated First Officer

With a trajectory of sustained growth and an ongoing commitment to delivering an award-winning product, Jet2.com presents an unparalleled opportunity for highly skilled A320 Type Rated First Officers. The airline is set to welcome 146 new Airbus A320 aircraft into its fleet in the coming years, offering extensive base options and significant career progression potential for its flight deck crew.

Pilot Compensation and Career Progression

Jet2.com is dedicated to providing its Pilots with a highly competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits. Pilots have benefited from substantial pay rises, resulting in a compound salary increase exceeding 24% since 2022. The airline fosters the professional development of its Pilots through swift, merit-based career progression opportunities, ensuring suitability and capability are prioritized over seniority. Regular opportunities are available for Pilots to undertake additional responsibilities in Training, Safety, Technical areas, and people management, supporting diverse career paths.

Commitment to Pilot Lifestyle and Well-being

Jet2.com firmly believes that a successful aviation career should be complemented by a fulfilling personal lifestyle. The Flight Operations department maintains an excellent working partnership, supported by dedicated management at each base and a proactive Crew Development team. This collaborative approach focuses on enhancing Pilot lifestyle and benefits. The airline continuously strives for improvements in work-life balance and highly values the input of its Flight Deck Colleagues, as evidenced by over 95% participation in its most recent lifestyle survey.

Essential Requirements

Prospective A320 Type Rated First Officers must possess:

A valid UK-issued Pilot's Licence with a minimum English Language Proficiency (ELP) Level 5.
A current Class One Medical Certificate.
A current A320/1 Type Rating with over 500 hours of experience on type.

Comprehensive Pilot Reward Package

Jet2.com offers an attractive reward package designed to support and value its Pilots, including:

A high basic salary – not hours dependent.
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.
Mostly two-sector duty days – facilitating frequent returns home.
Rosters published up to eight weeks in advance.
Three Requested Days Off per month – to secure time off for special occasions. Annual Leave does not need to be used to secure every day off.
Rotating priority leave booking system – 37 days per annum for full-time colleagues.
Live free bidding for annual leave – instant confirmation – not based on seniority.
Flexible winter leave options.
Comprehensive ‘Medical History Disregarded’ Private Healthcare.
Discretionary Colleague profit share scheme.
Contributory pension scheme – 8% Company contribution.
Great Team spirit and friendly colleagues.
An award-winning, financially stable business with an unrivalled focus on Crew Development.
A Company that inspires professional pride.

Candidates eager to join Jet2.com on the next stage of its journey are encouraged to APPLY NOW!