having said that though.. all the JQI ex JQD crew i know who are there really love it and say they wont come back. The AWA has some bad points.. but i think for alot of people its the 'word' thats scary rather than the actual contract. But yes, the hours are very long.
In terms of lifestyle, you still get to apply for your rostered days off per month (something new that has just been implemented to bring it alongside JQD) and your leave/days off etc.
as a FA you can expect to bring home after tax per fortnight about $1400 - you get paid monthly though.
I am quite sure that with overtime and other allowances that can go up.

And when your plane breaks down in Honolulu you get an extra weeks holiday for free...you just have to deal with the pax on the flight home. fancy that!

Planes go tech resulting in extra days at outstations in pretty much every airline. I am pretty sure they do not list that as part of their package though.....

JQI interview
 

Hey Bla,

JQI isn't for eveyone - its go go all the way to Hawaii. The crew are great though. I am CM/CSM JQD and have lost a few mates to JQI but they all love it. Slips are short, cash ain't the greatest, but let's be honest - who does this job for the money really? Once you try it you're sucked in! Many of us at JQ have flown for other carriers and its same s different outfit after a while....:hmm:

Go for it! Good luck! :ok:
BTW grooming guide is identical to QF, so even thought carrier is budget, they want us to look as professional as possible and with the orange jacket and T-shirt we need all the help we can get. Best to frock up for the interview love!

armed&Xdressed
 

thanks for the tips !!!
;)

Jetstar in Adelaide
 

Just wondering if there's any rumours of JQ recruiting for ADL base anytime soon?

Someone asked this a few weeks ago, but can't seen to find a response. I've been invited to a few recruitment days interstate lately & I know I shouldn't be picky, but would really love to stay here in Adelaide :8. JQ seems to be the only ones with an ADL base?

Any news?

JQI assessment day CNS
 

The assessment days for cabin crew for JQI CNS base are currently underway 18th and 19th... If anyone from AO went I would be curious to know how many AO crew attended.

Cheers
TW

references
 

Hey guys and girls!
Just a general question.

I was reading through the JQ recruitment procedure on their website and I have a question.
If for example I manage to score an interview with them and they're satisfied and what not, the next step would be for them to check with my references. Now, I wont be leaving my current job until it's sure that I can get a job with them so do I tell my current employers that I'll be using them as references and that they would be expecting a call (and this'll let them know that I would probably resign soon if I get offered the job) or should I just not tell them and let the airline call them up. What's the courtesy, I guess, in this kind of situation? As much as I would want to tell them that I would be using them as references, I don't want them to know that I might be resigning soon just in case I don't get the new job cos that would be a bit embarrassing!

another question, in JQ are there a lot of crew that worked in totally different careers before or are they mainly freshies from college/uni or first jobs? In case you're wondering I'm a chef and thinking of making the jump!

In terms of pay, can someone give me a rough ballpark figure of what you get in your pocket every fortnight? Base salary plus allowances and what not and after tax has been deducted - just money in your bank basically. I'm currently earning 1200 every fortnight and its not very easy to live on in Sydney so I'm just wondering what's it like being a crew on JQ, whether JQI/D - livable or not!

Thanks in advanced for all answers!

Futureflier,

It is courtesy to inform your employer, and inparticular the individual you nominate, about the possible call from Jetstar. This will also have the benefit of allowing your employer the time to prepare a response rather than receiving an unexpected phone call. Therefore your employer is more likely to give a good reference.

I agree with flight girl. It's never a good look to have a referee get called up and be on the spot with questions about you. good to be prepared. Just tell them that your not deffinately leaving.

futureflier
 

I'm not crew...but everytime i have ever flown with JQ domestic, i've always been really impressed with the diversity of crew they have. They seem to have a real mix of ages, genders, ethnicities, etc. It's actually pretty refreshing.

Hope that helps.

Jetstar Medical
 

Hi, Has anyone else made it to the medical stage for JS Domestic Cabin Crew? Have you heard anything yet?? They said it would be a few weeks... its only been one, but im desperate for any news!!!

Medical
 

When did you have your morning tea and everything? Was this recently??

Too many Redbulls might give you wings but will stuff your medical everytime Metro!

I recently saw a JQ add on seek.com for CNS base for long haul. I think they were mainly looking for language speakers?

oops disregard that post peeps, didn't read previous posts... Sorry. :oh:

hi guys..

can some one post the recruit ment process , how it went in cairns plz ?

thanks guys
ranjha:suspect:

Career Progression
 

Given the recent announcement of 220 AO crew going over to QF Short Haul in permanent positions ... is career progression on the very near horizon again?

Jetstar International CNS Base
 

I attended interviews over a month ago in Cairns....and since Ive had my medical....anyone else in the same boat??? Have you heard anything?

Jq International
 

Hi All, I need some advice- I've been offered a job with JetStar Int hopefully in the Melb base. I currently fly with Emirates in Dubai and have been here for about 2years. I'm quite ready to move back to Aus, but wanna know if it's the right move. I'm not going to fly forever, but i dont want to leave for less money, crap conditions, and lousy layovers. I can deal with one of the three but not all of the above. Currently I'm working 70-80Hours a month for maybe $500Aus a week, plus allowances. i dont pay rent, electricity, insurance, traansport etc. So I'm on a decent package
I DO want to come home to Aus tho- Am I crazy!?
Any crew in melb base or other if you can give me an idea of Pay and rosters etc would appreciate- thanks

Hi HobartRockStarr...

I don't work for JQI (I work in domestic), but here's a short answer: DON'T!

MEL JQI has less destinations than SYD base, the layovers are less and the pay isn't the best. You're probably better off at EK - at least the pay you get is without any expenses. First year FA at JQ is about $32K + allowances. Of the crew that were in domestic that transferred across, I'm not hearing any positive news from any of them *both CSM's and FA's*

If you want to return back to Oz, try for Virgin Blue or even JQ Domestic - you'll make more money, be home more often and not have as much jet lag.

Resboy...

CP is meant to occur sometime this year, according to my sources. When and how many is anybody's guess.