Jet2 Autumn 2014
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Happy new year DADDY-OH! Haven't seen you for a while in this topic. I was pleased to read you guys (B757 captains) were pleased with the roster stability last year. Only averaging for this group 40 changes a day and over 150 roster changes a day on 5 separate days last year. How many captains are there on the B757 fleet, around 70? It must be nice to have such a 'stable' roster.
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From: Out of a bag
Happy new year DADDY-OH! Haven't seen you for a while in this topic. I was pleased to read you guys (B757 captains) were pleased with the roster stability last year. Only averaging for this group 40 changes a day and over 150 roster changes a day on 5 separate days last year. How many captains are there on the B757 fleet, around 70? It must be nice to have such a 'stable' roster.
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From: The flip side
Possibly it did but what you fail to realise is that this is winter when, traditionally, Jet2 are extremely quiet. I suggest that is the reason for lots of aircraft parked up, especially at night (which is even more usual) rather than a lack of crew.
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From: The flip side
It is a matter of fact that multi base airlines often promote with a required base or type change and nothing specific to Jet2.
And yes, some people also choose lifestyle over promotion.
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From: Button Moon
I joined Jet2 14 months ago and the company has delivered on everything promised to me at interview, been flexible with leave/roster requests, a sensible reasonably stable roster ( I'm flying half the hours I used to ) , great crews and staff to work with, excellent training centre and training ( previously used Lufthansa training in FRA and easily on par with this ), and base move of my choice granted almost to the month I was told when joining.
It's a sharp expanding company with a keen eye on costs, which I like as that's how you stay in a job. I can't complain at all and consider I've made a very good move.
It's a sharp expanding company with a keen eye on costs, which I like as that's how you stay in a job. I can't complain at all and consider I've made a very good move.
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E-mail received from the Jet2 Recruitment Team on Christmas Eve included the following words:
'... Thank you for your application for our Non Type Rated First Officer positions. We wanted to update you prior to the Festive break and confirm that your application was still live and under consideration.
Thank you for your patience as we process a high level of interest for these positions, and we look forward to talking to you early in the New Year.
Many thanks'
Nice start to the Christmas break ... !!!
E-mail received today from the Recruitment Team included the following words:
'... We have reviewed your application and unfortunately, on this occasion, we will not be progressing your application further.'
'... Thank you for your application for our Non Type Rated First Officer positions. We wanted to update you prior to the Festive break and confirm that your application was still live and under consideration.
Thank you for your patience as we process a high level of interest for these positions, and we look forward to talking to you early in the New Year.
Many thanks'
Nice start to the Christmas break ... !!!
E-mail received today from the Recruitment Team included the following words:
'... We have reviewed your application and unfortunately, on this occasion, we will not be progressing your application further.'
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dboy
Thanks for your comments.
Yes, having NEVER failed any aptitude tests in the past, I must admit I c****d up the numerical reasoning - just seemed to have a mental block at the time.
I think the timing of the responses reflects this - my Application/CV brought forth the pre-Christmas response and the last one the effect of the online tests?!
Anyway good luck to you and all others seeking work this winter.
FOK
Thanks for your comments.
But i must admit, i did find the online test not so easy.
I think the timing of the responses reflects this - my Application/CV brought forth the pre-Christmas response and the last one the effect of the online tests?!
Anyway good luck to you and all others seeking work this winter.
FOK
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From: Soon to be out of the EU.
FOK - sorry to hear about the PFO. I'm expecting mine soon. The numerical reasoning was very tricky. I suspect it'll by my downfall too.
The thing is most currently working will need to be assessed, go through the process and get an offer. They'd then need to give their current employer three months notice (that's what I would have to give anyway). Then 2 months at least for the TR then a month or two for line training. By which point the summer will be over so I can only imagine those who are successful will be for summer 2017.
The thing is most currently working will need to be assessed, go through the process and get an offer. They'd then need to give their current employer three months notice (that's what I would have to give anyway). Then 2 months at least for the TR then a month or two for line training. By which point the summer will be over so I can only imagine those who are successful will be for summer 2017.
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Thanks HeartyMeatballs.
To be fair to Jet2, by accepting my application and CV they have shown considerable latitude - although I applied for a non-type rated position this was because my B737 had lapsed several years ago, even though I have over a thousand hours on type. Also I'm no spring chicken!
I can't criticise them in any way - it's my own fault insofar as the online tests were concerned!
FOK
To be fair to Jet2, by accepting my application and CV they have shown considerable latitude - although I applied for a non-type rated position this was because my B737 had lapsed several years ago, even though I have over a thousand hours on type. Also I'm no spring chicken!
I can't criticise them in any way - it's my own fault insofar as the online tests were concerned!
FOK
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From: stockport
My earlier post, now removed , (although copied and pasted ) was an honest reflection of my personal experience to date.
I was prepared to offer help, advice and tips for anyone wanting to join the company, selection, interview etc but that door I am afraid has just firmly closed.
Good luck to all applying or going through the application process now and in the future.
I was prepared to offer help, advice and tips for anyone wanting to join the company, selection, interview etc but that door I am afraid has just firmly closed.
Good luck to all applying or going through the application process now and in the future.
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From: uk
Can anyone share on the thread the current situation regarding recruitment. Is it still ongoing? If so, how many Capts/FOs positions are yet to be filled.
What are the T&Cs on offer for NTR?
70 or 100% contracts?
Anyone recently recruited care to post?
What are the T&Cs on offer for NTR?
70 or 100% contracts?
Anyone recently recruited care to post?
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From: uk
FOK
don't be too hard on yourself mate, as it seems that having over 6500 PIC on type, being current and in a job and having flown it (800 NG) yesterday,will still qualify you for a PFO email.
The lunatics are in charge at this asylum.
don't be too hard on yourself mate, as it seems that having over 6500 PIC on type, being current and in a job and having flown it (800 NG) yesterday,will still qualify you for a PFO email.
The lunatics are in charge at this asylum.