QF will be recruiting S/Os soon
If I were a GA, or regional, pilot looking to move to a jet, I would be sitting on my hands for a few months.
Indications are the Qantas Mainline will need to start recruiting by the end of 2016. This is independent of any decision to buy 787s and will be needed just to cover retirements and natural attrition.
If, as is expected to be the case, 787s are ordered then the numbers needed will be significant.
I look forward to a period of sustained growth. Remember 8-10 years ago we were recruiting 8/month. Every indication is that this will be required.
If I were mulling over a career with JQ, then keep an ear to the ground. QF would be a far better prospect.