Jet2.com | B737 First Officer

B737 Type Rated First Officer - Join an Award-Winning UK Airline

Jet2.com, a distinguished and rapidly growing UK airline, invites applications for the position of B737 Type Rated First Officer. Recognised as a Which? Recommended Provider for 2025 across every possible category, Jet2.com stands as the sole UK airline to consistently achieve this prestigious status. With a track record of sustained growth and consistent delivery of an award-winning product, this presents an exceptional opportunity to join a market-leading aviation company.

The Opportunity for First Officers

Pilots at Jet2.com benefit from highly competitive remuneration and a comprehensive benefits package. The company has demonstrated a strong commitment to its flight deck colleagues, implementing significant pay rises that, when compounded since 2022, equate to over a 24% salary increase. Jet2.com is dedicated to fostering the aspirations of its pilots through swift, merit-based career progression. Frequent opportunities are available for pilots to undertake additional roles in Training, Safety, Technical areas, and people management, with suitability, rather than seniority, being the decisive factor for advancement.

Work-Life Balance and Pilot Wellbeing

Jet2.com champions a philosophy where a successful career is complemented by a fulfilling lifestyle. The airline cultivates a strong working partnership across Flight Operations, supported by dedicated management at each base and a proactive Crew Development team. This collaborative environment is designed to ensure pilots achieve the lifestyle and benefits they require. Jet2.com continuously strives for improvements in pilot lifestyle, actively valuing the input of all Flight Deck Colleagues, evidenced by over 95% participation in the most recent lifestyle survey.

Essential Qualifications

Prospective candidates for the B737 Type Rated First Officer position must meet the following criteria:

• Possession of a valid UK issued Pilots Licence.
• Minimum English Language Proficiency (ELP) Level 5.
• A current Class One Medical Certificate.
• A current B737 Type Rating.
• A minimum of 500 hours experience on B737 type.

Comprehensive Reward Package

Jet2.com offers an attractive pilot reward package designed to support both professional and personal well-being. Key elements include:

• A high basic salary, independent of hours flown.
• Annual Company Pay Reviews, contributing to a compound increase of over 24% since 2022.
• Stable Basing, confirmed at the point of offer.
• A transparent Base transfer policy, based on seniority of request post-training.
• Excellent potential for swift progression to Command.
• A sustainable lifestyle, predominantly featuring two-sector duty days, enabling pilots to be home most nights.
• Rosters published up to 8 weeks in advance for enhanced planning.
• Three Requested Days Off per month, providing flexibility for personal commitments without solely relying on annual leave.
• A rotating priority leave booking system, offering 37 days of annual leave per annum for full-time colleagues.
• Live free bidding for annual leave with instant confirmation, not based on seniority.
• Flexible winter leave options.
• Comprehensive ‘Medical History Disregarded’ Private Healthcare.
• Discretionary Colleague profit share scheme.
• A contributory pension scheme with an 8% Company contribution.
• A supportive team spirit and friendly colleagues within an award-winning, financially stable business.
• An unrivalled focus on Crew Development, making Jet2.com a company pilots can be proud to fly for.