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.

Probably even more pleased to be paid a good salary for not working too hard, changes or not.

What you are neglecting to mention is that the majority of disruption related to the withdrawal of Tunisia flights and subsequent reallocation to new destinations. Also, changes to standby times for someone already on standby count as a 'change' for the disruption statistics.

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.

Of course, it was never forced. It was often offered at the whim of someone who is no longer in position to do so but it was always at the discretion of the individual to accept it or not.

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.

PHILIP IS THAT YOU?!?!?!

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Ho Ho!

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.'

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@flying officerkite: the same happened to me.

But i must admit, i did find the online test not so easy..

Good luck.

Training pay?
 

Just wondering if someone could clarify where they got the 13 weeks training pay info from?
The last few contracts, including my own, that i have seen state 20 weeks.

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?! :bored:

Anyway good luck to you and all others seeking work this winter.

FOK :)

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.

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 :)

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.

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?

No idea if they are still carrying out interviews but people are still receiving offers, mostly 70% for NTR, among my colleagues anyway.

Annual call
 

As usual at this time of year I got my annual call from Zenon for the J2 contract.

recriutment is ongoing
 

There are interviews in February ...

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.

Nitefiter, just because you are qualified does not necessarily make you suitable.