Jetstar - New Zealand A320/1 First Officer

Job Description

Updated Collective Agreement: A newly ratified agreement with enhanced conditions.

• Competitive Remuneration: Starting salary for First Officers is now $118,248, increasing to $121,796 from 1 October 2025.
• Additional Compensation: Eligible full-time pilots are entitled to receive up to $9,451 annually in compensatory payments, paid monthly (eligibility criteria apply).
  Jetstar New Zealand is currently looking for First Officers (A320/1) to join our team. Our network includes both domestic and international routes, providing you the chance to experience a wide range of destinations.

To be eligible for consideration you must meet the following requirements:

• Hold an Australian ATPL (A) or an Australian CPL (A) with passes in all Australian or New Zealand ATPL subjects
• Australian Multi-Engine Aeroplane Instrument Rating with 2D and 3D endorsements
• Current CASA Class 1 medical
• ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 6
• Minimum 500 hours flight time in fixed wing aircraft; and at least one of the following minimum requirements:
• 200 hours in command of a multi engine aircraft (excluding PICUS); or
• 200 hours in command of a turbine powered fixed wing aircraft; or
• 200 hours on aircraft certified for operation by a crew of two pilots (multi-crew aircraft)
• Multi-Crew Cooperation (MCC) training certificate or equivalent
• A current passport with unrestricted access to all Jetstar ports of call with at least 12 months validity
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical
• The ability to pass a Drug and Alcohol Test
• The ability to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) and/or AVSEC
• Hold, or be eligible to hold, relevant Australian permanent residency status or an unrestricted right to work in Australia

Note: A current New Zealand ATPL or CPL with Multi-Engine Aeroplane Instrument Rating must be converted via the Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition Act prior to employment.

Our Benefits

Team members have access to heavily discounted fares to destinations all over the world - not only for team members, but for their favourite travel companions too. Our staff travel benefit includes discounts on airfares, accommodation, car hire and travel insurance for both domestic and international travel. Discounts can be used within the Jetstar Group airlines, Qantas and other partner airlines.