Explore Opportunities with Jetstar Airways as a Direct Entry First Officer – A320/1 Fleet
- Potential bases offered across both Jetstar New Zealand ports — aligned with operational needs.
- Evidence Based Training (EBT) that goes beyond compliance — focused on real-world readiness.
- 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).
Why Jetstar New Zealand
Jetstar New Zealand is more than just a seat on the flight deck — it’s a place to build a rewarding, long-term career in one of the most scenic and dynamic aviation environments in the world. We thrive on challenge, support each other, and take pride in delivering reliable travel across both domestic and international routes.
Career progression here is more than just hours logged. We’re committed to your growth — whether consolidating experience, stepping into training or check roles, or progressing to command. In recent years, we’ve seen First Officers advance to Captain within just a few years, reflecting the genuine opportunities for rapid advancement based on performance and operational needs.
With a growing fleet and expanding network, our pilots enjoy varied flying, flexible rosters, and the chance to experience the distinctive lifestyle offered by New Zealand. Ask our pilots, and they’ll tell you: it’s a fast-paced, dynamic operation where your skills are recognised, progression is supported, and you’re part of a team that genuinely enjoys what they do.
We’re Now Welcoming Expressions of Interest
We’re inviting expressions of interest for A320/1 Direct Entry First Officer positions as we plan for future growth. Opportunities may be available across both New Zealand bases, subject to operational requirements. To be considered, applicants should meet the following minimum 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 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.
Your life at Jetstar is unlike any other
Your Flight Path, Your Future
Jetstar New Zealand operates from two narrow-body bases — Auckland and Christchurch — offering pilots the chance to build a meaningful career while enjoying the lifestyle and landscapes unique to Aotearoa. Rosters typically include 2 to 4 sector days, with a mix of day returns and overnights to keep things varied. Our bid system allows you to nominate preferred roster patterns, which are considered as part of the broader planning process alongside operational requirements.
Please note: While this listing appears under Auckland due to system constraints, your actual base assignment will be confirmed at the time of offer and will reflect operational needs.
Training that prepares you for the real world
Our Evidence Based Training (EBT) program goes beyond compliance — with scenario-based learning designed to sharpen your decision-making and keep your skills current in a dynamic flying environment.
Modern fleet, meaningful flying
Operate new-generation aircraft across a growing network — with the range, reliability, and tech to support your ambitions. Our A321neo LRs and upcoming XLRs are expanding route possibilities while improving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions.
Takeoff with purpose
Whether you're building hours or stepping into leadership, Jetstar offers meaningful flying, real progression, and a crew that supports your growth.
Crew culture that counts
We fly as one team — backing each other in the air and on the ground, and taking pride in delivering safe, consistent operations every day. It’s a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your contribution matters. As part of the Qantas Group, our pilots are empowered to lead, innovate, and help shape positive change — not just in the flight deck, but across the broader aviation landscape.
Fly with the Group
As part of the Qantas Group, you’ll have access to broader opportunities across airlines, locations, and functions — your career can take off in more ways than one.
We’re keeping the door open. There’s no set closing date for this EOI, so submit your interest when it works for you — we’d love to hear from you.
We're Jetstar
We’re Jetstar. You may know us for our famous low fares, but did you also know that we’ve flown more than 400 million customers since we launched in Australia in 2004? In fact, each week we operate around 3,000 flights to nearly 40 destinations across Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the Pacific. We also operate a fleet of more than 80 aircraft, including state-of-the-art Airbus A320/21 NEO aircraft and the Airbus A320 family and Boeing 787-8s. Every day we enable more people to takeoff to more places, more often.
Impressive numbers? What's even more impressive is the team of extraordinary people taking off together day in day out, flight after flight.
Our people are the real jet stars.
We're Jetstar
We’re Jetstar. You may know us for our famous low fares, but did you also know that we’ve flown more than 400 million customers since we launched in Australia in 2004? In fact, each week we operate around 3,000 flights to nearly 40 destinations across Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the Pacific. We also operate a fleet of more than 80 aircraft, including state-of-the-art Airbus A320/21 NEO aircraft and the Airbus A320 family and Boeing 787-8s. Every day we enable more people to takeoff to more places, more often.
Impressive numbers? What's even more impressive is the team of extraordinary people taking off together day in day out, flight after flight.
Our people are the real jet stars.
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