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First Officer, Turboprop Fleet (ATR/Dash 8 Q300) – Expression of Interest

Join Air New Zealand as a Turboprop First Officer

Step into the right-hand seat with Air New Zealand’s turboprop team and help deliver safe, memorable journeys across Aotearoa. This Expression of Interest welcomes experienced pilots ready to fly the ATR 72 or Dash 8 Q300, with opportunities across multiple bases and a potential pathway to our jet fleet.

  • Employer: Air New Zealand
  • Location: Auckland, New Zealand (roles available across multiple NZ bases)
  • Fleet: ATR 72 and Dash 8 Q300
  • Minimum total time: 500 hours

✈️ The opportunity

As a First Officer on our turboprop fleet, you’ll play a key role in connecting communities across New Zealand. Whether you’re building a long-term career on ATR/Q300 operations or aspiring to progress to our jet fleet, you’ll join a supportive, safety-first airline committed to your growth and leadership development.

🧭 What you’ll do

  • Operate as First Officer on ATR 72 or Dash 8 Q300 services within Air New Zealand’s regional network.
  • Work seamlessly within a professional flight crew to deliver safe, efficient and customer-focused operations.
  • Demonstrate leadership, sound judgement and strong CRM in all phases of flight.
  • Support a culture of safety, inclusion and continuous improvement.

🧰 What you’ll bring

  • Licences & ratings (NZCAA): NZCAA CPL or ATPL; MEIR; Class 1 Medical; BTK/BGT endorsements; Level 6 English Language Proficiency.
  • Flight time minimums: 500 hours total time, including 25 hours night and 40 hours instrument time.
  • Preferred: NZCAA ATPL or passes in all ATPL subjects.
  • Right to work: New Zealand citizens, permanent residents or residents, or Australian citizens.
  • Travel readiness: Valid passport and ability to obtain any required visas.
  • Foreign licences: Air New Zealand may consider foreign-issued CPL/ATPL while you complete NZCAA conversion via the formal Aspeq Foreign Licence Conversion initial process (provide the initial assessment letter before interview, where applicable).
  • Application readiness: Keep your online profile current as hours/quals change; have logbook and licence details ready when registering.

🌟 Growth and benefits

  • Clear development pathways across training, management and project roles.
  • Build a rewarding career on turboprops or progress toward the jet fleet.
  • Inclusive culture that champions diversity, equity and belonging—be yourself and thrive.

📨 How to apply

  • This is an Expression of Interest; recruitment may take time due to a strong applicant pool.
  • Update your application regularly as your experience, qualifications and total hours grow.
  • If converting a foreign licence, upload your Aspeq initial assessment letter (where applicable).
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