AO recruitment
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Uhhh...trollies r go...
Thr truth is...
a) Jet* hosties earn closer to $40k per year minimum; and
b) What makes you think we clean dunnies?
Truth is, we don't touch the toilets. Except to go ourselves!
Thr truth is...
a) Jet* hosties earn closer to $40k per year minimum; and
b) What makes you think we clean dunnies?
Truth is, we don't touch the toilets. Except to go ourselves!
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Anything about AO
I'm making this post for anyone who has any information or rumours about Australian Airlines.
Can be wither positive or negative comments, thanks.
I had a recent interview with AO and still waiting for the results.
Can be wither positive or negative comments, thanks.
I had a recent interview with AO and still waiting for the results.
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Thanks Raver...there seems to be a possibility of another recruitment drive which may or may not be happening in late october/early nov, according to the email that went out to some of us who applied earlier...time will tell i guess.
I do know a couple of pilots at AO but really not keen on the idea of getting an interview on someone else's merit, just doesn't seem right.
I do know a couple of pilots at AO but really not keen on the idea of getting an interview on someone else's merit, just doesn't seem right.
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Hey AIRBUS_GALLEY_GIRL you have your interview in CNS? I feel I have met you.... PM me if you wish, would like to ask you a question or too if your interested! Cheers!
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It has gone quite on the A.O recruitment front but I believe that a ground school started on Sun 2 Oct with another to start on the 16 Oct. As for recruitment in the near future it would seem unlikely until the new Jetstar 2 class international thing is launched. Will A.O become Mr Dixons new venture?? Surely A.O would not run alongside Jetstar Int. To be honest a little bit of brand awareness in the southern markets would lift A.O from very good to awesome. Its the best product in the market( I know it made a 11 million loss) and thats my point. Crew costs are only fractionally more than Jetstar and way less than QF. The service is great and I do hope it stays as it is.
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AO's existence depends on how far the cuts will go...low cost Australian COULD NEVER match low cost Jetstar International, because management have learned to cut costs in the most unique of ways.
Where that leaves the crew at AO, who knows...yes, AO has a great product and excellent service record...but as far as Dixon's concerned, it's not making money.
The race to the bottom continues in earnest, sadly.
Where that leaves the crew at AO, who knows...yes, AO has a great product and excellent service record...but as far as Dixon's concerned, it's not making money.
The race to the bottom continues in earnest, sadly.
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I heard the rumour goes that AO will just be dissolved into Jetstar when it goes international? wouldn't surprise me.
By the way, saw one of the AO aircraft on the tarmac in Singapore the other day, looked great! I also saw some of the crew in the terminal, i think they were still wearing the old uniform, unfortunately they didn't look so nice (no offence)! I also saw the Jetstar Asia crew going to their gate to board a flight to Bangkok, they looked great, great uniforms, all were smiling and even waved as our crew passed them! Smiling! we need more of it!
Oz
By the way, saw one of the AO aircraft on the tarmac in Singapore the other day, looked great! I also saw some of the crew in the terminal, i think they were still wearing the old uniform, unfortunately they didn't look so nice (no offence)! I also saw the Jetstar Asia crew going to their gate to board a flight to Bangkok, they looked great, great uniforms, all were smiling and even waved as our crew passed them! Smiling! we need more of it!
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Yes, the two extra services are stopping in Jan. Demand not strong enough.
Yes. the two training schools are still going through regardless. One as we speak, the next in a week I believe. This was not for the extra services. Simply a need for more crew.
Have a great night.
RaverFlaver
Yes. the two training schools are still going through regardless. One as we speak, the next in a week I believe. This was not for the extra services. Simply a need for more crew.
Have a great night.
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The speculation in regard to an Australian/Jet* merger has been around for some time I suppose its just a wait and see thing.
It is disappointing that Qantas cannot be more honest and upfront as employees are human and employees need to know where their future is headed, but in typical Qantas form employees are the last to know you will read about your life changing via the Financial Review one morning.
It could be a good thing as its banded around Jet* International will be 2 class you will probally see Sydney or Melbourne bases so in that respect it could be good for those crew not wanting to remain in Cairns. On the other hand salaries and condition could be a concern plus they could ship all the cabin crew positons for Jet* International off-shore as they have done already for the Tasman services. On the pilot thread their is discussion taking place about the A330-200 going to Jet* International so word is certainly out there. But how much money would be lost on Australian should they merge with Jet*, the cost to establish a market presence, start-up costs plus the loss incurred on operations last financial year.
It wont end there though if the merger does go ahead both long haul and short haul will loose more flying.
As for the Jet* Asia uniform "hello" how cool is it compared to Jet* Australia. Those black serving jackets they wear are just way to elegant for Jet*, however those Singapore girls and boys seem to be able to make even a budget carrier where you have to buy the food seem like first class. Jet* Asia is fantastic not to mention always empty. I flew 3 legs with them recently on holiday and not one flight had more than 30 people. Yet another money spinner for Qantas.
It is disappointing that Qantas cannot be more honest and upfront as employees are human and employees need to know where their future is headed, but in typical Qantas form employees are the last to know you will read about your life changing via the Financial Review one morning.
It could be a good thing as its banded around Jet* International will be 2 class you will probally see Sydney or Melbourne bases so in that respect it could be good for those crew not wanting to remain in Cairns. On the other hand salaries and condition could be a concern plus they could ship all the cabin crew positons for Jet* International off-shore as they have done already for the Tasman services. On the pilot thread their is discussion taking place about the A330-200 going to Jet* International so word is certainly out there. But how much money would be lost on Australian should they merge with Jet*, the cost to establish a market presence, start-up costs plus the loss incurred on operations last financial year.
It wont end there though if the merger does go ahead both long haul and short haul will loose more flying.
As for the Jet* Asia uniform "hello" how cool is it compared to Jet* Australia. Those black serving jackets they wear are just way to elegant for Jet*, however those Singapore girls and boys seem to be able to make even a budget carrier where you have to buy the food seem like first class. Jet* Asia is fantastic not to mention always empty. I flew 3 legs with them recently on holiday and not one flight had more than 30 people. Yet another money spinner for Qantas.
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final touches
qf is putting the final touches for the strategic map of the near future, where qf, jetstar, jetstar international is going and what to do with australian airlines. my bet is you are going to be jetstar international by next year under your current eba which gives qf/jetstar plenty of flexiblitlity to employ offshore/locally.
remember the board meets december 7th. plenty of news after that.
remember the board meets december 7th. plenty of news after that.
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Bye Bye Hello
The Japanes people are a discerning bunch.
They will only buy old established brand names..Louis Vitton, Moet and Qantas.
They do not know AO
They are not interested in low cost
AO days are numbered.
QF management told Perth based Longhaul that the base would not close.
A week later ..you guessed it ..closed.
Don't believe your management.They don' t know what's happening form one minute to the next
There may be some training schools for FAs.
Jetstar will need more crew when they expand.
You guys are already part way through the process.
Hope you like the Jetstar uniform.
They will only buy old established brand names..Louis Vitton, Moet and Qantas.
They do not know AO
They are not interested in low cost
AO days are numbered.
QF management told Perth based Longhaul that the base would not close.
A week later ..you guessed it ..closed.
Don't believe your management.They don' t know what's happening form one minute to the next
There may be some training schools for FAs.
Jetstar will need more crew when they expand.
You guys are already part way through the process.
Hope you like the Jetstar uniform.
ADIEU-AO
