Airbus A320 Captain — Permanent, Type-Rated

Take the left seat on the Airbus A320 family and lead safe, on-time operations within a JCAB-regulated environment. We’re seeking a seasoned captain who blends superior airmanship with calm leadership, service excellence, and a collaborative, safety-first mindset.

Employment: Permanent
Aircraft: Airbus A320 family
Type Rating: Required (current and valid)
License: ATPL — open to ICAO holders
Medical: Class 1 — must meet JCAB standard
ICAO ELP: Level 5
Visa sponsorship: Provided

✈️ The Opportunity

As an A320 Captain, you will take operational command from briefing to block-in, setting the tone for safety, professionalism, and exceptional service. You’ll coach, mentor, and collaborate with your crew, exercise sound judgment in dynamic conditions, and uphold the highest standards of regulatory compliance and customer care.

🧭 Minimum Requirements

Total Time: 4,000 hours
Jet Time: 3,000 hours
In-Type (A320 family): 500 hours
License: ATPL (open to ICAO license holders)
Type Rating: A320 — current and valid
Medical: Class 1 meeting JCAB standard
ICAO English (ELP): Level 5

🧭 JCAB ATPL flight time profile

PIC requirements (meet one):
- Over 250 hours PIC, or
- Over 70 hours PIC and over 180 hours PICUS, or
- Over 500 hours PICUS
Cross-country (PIC): 100 hours
Cross-country (total): 200 hours
Night flight: 100 hours
Instrument flight: 75 hours

All experience must be logbook-verifiable and meet JCAB ATPL eligibility.

🧰 What You’ll Bring

Proven, effective team leadership and strong CRM skills
Calm, decisive judgment with a relentless focus on safety and compliance
Commitment to service excellence and a positive passenger experience
Professional communication and collaboration across all departments
Fitness to hold a JCAB Class 1 aeronautical medical

🌟 What’s on Offer

Stability: Permanent employment in a professionally managed, safety-led operation
Support: Robust training and recurrent programs to keep your skills sharp
Opportunity: Lead on the flight deck of one of the world’s most versatile narrow-body fleets
Mobility: Visa sponsorship provided

📨 How to Apply

Ready to captain the A320? Submit your application with the following:

Current CV/resume
License copies (ATPL, medical, ICAO ELP)
Valid A320 type rating evidence
Logbook summaries substantiating the minimum hours and JCAB ATPL flight time profile
Passport copy for visa sponsorship processing

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with next steps and simulator assessment details.

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Jetstar Airways

Airbus A320 Captain — Permanent, Type-Rated