QantasLink Direct Entry First Officer – Cairns, Australia

Job Description

Pilot jobs in Australia include this QantasLink Direct Entry First Officer opening based in Cairns, offering a genuine turboprop command pathway within the Qantas Group. The advertised package starts at AUD 79,252–94,383 per annum plus superannuation and allowances, and the role is open to pilots with as little as 500 flight hours — a meaningful entry point for building multi-crew airline experience. Candidates need Australian aviation qualifications, a current medical, and unrestricted Australian or New Zealand work rights: importantly, the vacancy states that no sponsorship is offered, so applicants must already hold the right to live and work in Australia or New Zealand. Applications go through the official vacancy page linked below.

Responsibilities

Operate scheduled services as First Officer in a multi-crew environment. Assist the Captain in flight planning, briefing and aircraft management. Conduct pre-flight inspections and manage normal and non-normal checklists. Maintain situational awareness and contribute to safe, on-time operations. Complete accurate flight and technical documentation. Undertake recurrent training, simulator sessions and line checks.

Requirements

Minimum 500 flight hours. Australian aviation qualifications and a current medical. Unrestricted Australian or New Zealand work rights — no sponsorship is available for this role. Multi-crew cooperation (MCC) competency per Australian requirements. Strong airmanship, communication and crew-resource-management skills. Refer to the official vacancy for the complete requirement list.

Benefits

The package includes AUD 79,252–94,383 per annum plus superannuation and allowances, with the training and career progression of the Qantas Group. Refer to the official vacancy for the full detail.