Jet2.com | A320 First Officer
Jet2 is currently expanding its Airbus A321 fleet, with 146 new Airbus A321neo aircraft scheduled for delivery through 2035. As a leading UK tour operator, Jet2 offers a secure and growth-oriented environment for aviation professionals. We are currently inviting applications for Second Officer, First Officer, and Senior First Officer positions to be based at London Stansted, Manchester, London Gatwick, and London Luton.
Professional Requirements
Candidates must meet the following criteria to be considered for flight crew positions:
- Second Officer: Final line check complete on A320/1 fleet with over 100 hours on type.
- First Officer: Final line check complete on A320/1 fleet with over 500 hours on type.
- Senior First Officer: Over 2,000 hours total flying time, including over 500 hours on the Airbus family.
- Current or former RAF Voyager pilots meeting the specified hours criteria are eligible to apply.
- Possession of a valid UK Flight Crew Licence.
- Current Airbus Type Rating.
- Minimum English Language Proficiency Level 5.
- Current Class One Medical.
Commitment to Excellence and Support
Jet2 bases are self-handled to maintain operational autonomy. Each base is overseen by a current line Captain and a dedicated crew development team focused on professional and personal growth. The company provides a year-round command upgrade process driven by merit, supported by comprehensive mentoring.
Compensation and Lifestyle Benefits
- High basic salary with competitive flight and sector pay.
- Stable basing, confirmed at the time of offer.
- Transparent base transfer policy based on request seniority.
- Two-sector duty days with morning or afternoon preferencing.
- Predictable rostering with publication in the first week of the month.
- Live free bidding for 37 annual leave days with instant confirmation.
- Four requested days off per month, separate from annual leave.
- Flexible lifestyle options, including part-time and fixed-pattern rostering.
- Comprehensive private healthcare and a contributory pension scheme (8% company contribution).
- Discretionary profit-share schemes.
Diversity and Inclusion
Jet2 is a Home Office-approved sponsor. Applications are welcomed from eligible candidates requiring a UK Skilled Worker visa who may not currently hold the right to work in the UK; eligibility will be reviewed during the recruitment process.