Hong Kong Airlines strengthens Flight Attendant Recruitment in Thailand

The daily flight volume of Hong Kong Airlines has returned to the  pre-pandemic level in the first half of the year. As it continues to expand its fleet and launch new  routes, Hong Kong Airlines anticipates to recruit over 10% more pilots and 40% more cabin crew  within the year. To meet these development needs, the Company has launched a series of  recruitment events in various cities across Hong Kong, Mainland China and other regions, hiring  for multiple positions including frontline staff and flight attendants.

At its latest flight attendant recruitment event hosted in Bangkok on 15 June, the Company  successfully attracted thousands of job seekers eager to embark on a career in the aviation  sector. After a thorough screening process, qualified candidates were invited for on-site  interviews.

Qualified candidates were invited to the recruitment event for on-site interviews and  introductory seminar.

The recruitment event was honoured by the presence of special guest Mr Chaturont CHAIYAKAM,  the Consul-General of the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Hong Kong. Mr Chaturont  CHAIYAKAM shared insights on the development opportunities in the aviation sector between  Hong Kong and Thailand, encouraged the younger generation of Thailand to actively pursue  careers in aviation, and expressed his support for Hong Kong Airlines’ stepping up its recruitment  efforts in Thailand, considering it a great opportunity to strengthen the talent exchange between  the two regions.

Sally Lo, General Manager of Onboard Experience at Hong Kong Airlines, stated, “Thai  employees are known for their strong ability to adapt to different cultures and work  environments. Their proficiency in both Thai and English, coupled with their diligence, discipline,  enthusiasm for work, and commitment to providing excellent service, gives them an edge in the  international business environment. The over twenty Thai flight attendants we recruited earlier this year are now in the final stage of their training and are performing well. They are expected  to graduate by the end of the month and start providing service on all our flights.”

With more talents from diverse cultural backgrounds joining the company, Hong Kong Airlines  provides them with comprehensive cultural guidance and language course support. The  Company has also established an employee assistance programme to help new joiners cope with  personal or work-related challenges that they may face during the relocation period. This  includes offering counselling services, stress management resources, and guidance to alleviate  homesickness, all aimed at helping employees adapt to life in Hong Kong and company culture,  ensure sustainable talent retention.

Viola Wong, Director of Human Resources of Hong Kong Airlines, shared insights on the  company’s corporate culture at the event. She stated, “The employee turnover rate is currently  relatively stable. To further retain and motivate our employees, we launched various incentive  schemes, communication channels and staff caring activities. We anticipate a net increase of  500 employees this year and will continue to allocate resources in various aspects of talent  training and employee activities to retain our valuable employees ”

In addition to organising recruitment events, the Company continues to recruit as needed and  accepts job applications through its official website from time to time to encourage those  passionate about aviation to join the company.