Fixed-wing and rotary pilot positions across Australia — charter, RPT, aerial work and more.
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Casual Pilot — Cessna 441
Aerohire
About the company: Aerohire is a Jandakot-based charter operator specialising in remote Western Australia, operating Cessna 402C and 441 aircraft with in-house maintenance and 24/7 availability.
About the role: Casual pilot conducting Cessna 441 charter flights to remote WA destinations from Jandakot Airport.
Minimum requirements: Current Australian CPL with current IPC; Class 1 medical; minimum 2,000 hours total time; minimum 500 hours on twin-engine aircraft; minimum 200 hours on the Cessna 441.
Desirable: Cessna 402C experience.
Fixed Wing Pilot — C441 / C402 / C208
Chartair
About the company: Chartair is one of Australia's leading general aviation companies with a fleet of 43 aircraft, operating out of Darwin and Alice Springs. They serve some of Australia's most remote communities across the Northern Territory.
About the role: Line pilot positions on the C441 Conquest, with expressions of interest also taken for the C402 and C208 Grand Caravan. Fleet also includes C210, C310, and B58.
Minimum requirements (C441): CASA CPL, Instrument Rating (MEA, IAP 2D & 3D), 1,500hrs TT, 500hrs MEA or turbine command, 500hrs enroute IFR, 15hrs PIC/ICUS Night IFR, 100hrs on C441 or similar. Australian citizen or full working rights; ASIC eligible.
Desirable: Experience on C402, C208 Caravan, or turbine types welcomed.
Line Pilot — PC-12 / PC-24
Royal Flying Doctor Service SA/NT
About the company: The Royal Flying Doctor Service is Australia's national aeromedical and primary healthcare organisation, providing emergency retrievals, patient transfers and health clinics across remote and rural Australia. The SA/NT section covers South Australia and the Northern Territory.
About the role: Line Pilot conducting aeromedical evacuations, inter-hospital transfers and primary health care charter flights across the NT and SA on PC-12 and PC-24 aircraft.
Minimum requirements: CASA CPL(A); current IPC with a minimum of 3 renewals; minimum 2,000 hours total time; minimum 1,500 hours in command; 100 hours night flying; recent single-pilot IFR experience.
Benefits: 6 weeks annual leave; relocation package; salary packaging up to $18,549 per year.
ATO Helicopter Pilot (Single Engine)
Auriga Aviation
About the company: Auriga Aviation is a specialist Helicopter Marine Pilot Transfer (HMPT) operator with a modern fleet of Airbus helicopters, supporting the maritime industry across 20 locations nationally.
About the role: ATO Single-Engine Helicopter Pilot based in the Pilbara region of WA, supporting maritime operations. The role suits a motivated, self-driven professional comfortable operating both as part of a team and independently.
Minimum requirements: CPL(H), 1,000 hours total helicopter, 500 hours PIC helicopter, SEH Instrument Rating, Low Level Helicopter Rating, Class 1 Medical.
Desirable: EC135 Type Rating, previous maritime experience.
C208 Line Pilot — Alice Springs
Chartair
About the company: Chartair is part of Aviation Logistics Group — one of Australia's largest General Aviation businesses, operating under the Air Link, AirMed and Chartair brands since 1974 with a fleet of more than 60 aircraft across the NT and NSW.
About the role: Alice Springs-based C208 Line Pilot position offering a high volume of flying with quick progression onto the C402. Annual salary $84,134.40 + allowances.
Minimum requirements: CPL(A), Instrument Rating (MEA, IAP 2D, IAP 3D), 1,000 hours total time, willingness to commit to a 12-month return of service.
Desirable: Instructor Rating with previous instructional experience, interest in a Part 135 Training & Checking position.
Line Pilot — Aerial Work / Charter / Tours
Coastal Rotors
About the company: Coastal Rotors operates commercial charter, specialised aerial work, and tourism flights from Horn Island in Far North Queensland.
About the role: Full-time line pilot conducting commercial charters, aerial work, and tourism flights on R44 and B206L aircraft, based on Horn Island, QLD.
Minimum requirements: CASA CPL(H), Class 1 Medical, R44 & B206L endorsements, 500+ total hours, 250 hrs PIC turbine, 100 hrs on type (B206L), GTE, Low Level Rating, ASIC, HUET, Dangerous Goods Awareness.
Desirable: Strong knowledge of Australian aviation legislation; nil accident history.
H135 Captain — Helicopter Marine Pilot Transfer
Auriga Aviation
About the company: Auriga Aviation is a recognised leader in Helicopter Marine Pilot Transfer (HMPT) services across Australia, operating a modern Airbus helicopter fleet with over 140 years of combined operational experience across multiple locations nationwide.
About the role: Touring H135 Captain based in Perth, flying to operational locations on a rostered equal-time basis for marine pilot transfer and aerial work operations across Western Australia.
Minimum requirements: CASA CPL(H) with H135 type rating; 2,500hrs TT helicopter; 1,500hrs command helicopter; 500hrs PIC multi-engine helicopter; 100hrs PIC EC135; Instrument Rating (MEH); right to work in Australia.
Desirable: NVIS rating; Low Level Rating; prior offshore vessel landing experience; Airbus Helionix experience.
AW139 Line Pilot — Ambulance Victoria
Babcock Mission Critical Services
About the company: Babcock Mission Critical Services operates helicopter emergency medical services under contract to Ambulance Victoria, providing life-saving aeromedical retrieval and critical care transport across regional and metropolitan Victoria.
About the role: Fixed-base AW139 Line Pilot at Bendigo Airport conducting Ambulance Victoria HEMS missions, including primary emergency response and interhospital transfers. Successful applicants must reside within 60 minutes of the base and be able to support all AV bases as required.
Minimum requirements: CASA ATPL; Class 1 Medical; Instrument Rating (MEH, minimum 3 renewals); 2,500+ hrs TT helicopter; 1,500+ hrs PIC helicopter; 500+ hrs PIC MEH (excluding ICUS); 250+ hrs instrument; 100+ hrs night PIC; AW139 type rating with 100+ hrs; NVIS rating; Low Level Rating with winch endorsement; prior EMS/SAR experience.
Desirable: Type rating or qualification training may be offered to the right candidate.
Helicopter Flight Instructor (Grade 1 / 2 / 3)
Aeropower
About the company: Aeropower is a leader in airborne electrical infrastructure, maintenance and construction in Australia and internationally. They also operate two busy helicopter flight schools at Redcliffe QLD and Bankstown NSW.
About the role: Full-time (and casual) flight instructor role at Redcliffe QLD, delivering CPL(H) training on the Cabri G2. Part-time and casual positions also available.
Minimum requirements: CASA Flight Instructor Rating with Grade 1, 2, or 3 training endorsement; current Class 1 Medical; current ASIC.
Desirable: Cabri G2 experience; Low Level Training Endorsement; experience operating independently (G2 and G1).
Grade 2 Flight Instructor
Goldfields Air Services
About the company: Goldfields Air Services is a Kalgoorlie-based aviation company with over 40 years of operation, offering aircraft charter, scenic flights, flight training and engineering services across regional Western Australia.
About the role: Full-time Grade 2 fixed-wing instructor at the Kalgoorlie base, with a pathway into charter flying for suitable candidates.
Minimum requirements: CASA CPL(A) or higher; Class 1 medical; ASIC; current Grade 2 teaching endorsement with DF training endorsement; Working with Children Check.
Desirable: Multi-engine instrument rating.
Benefits: Immediate start available; pathway into charter flying.
Deputy Head of Flight Operations — Part 135
Aviair
About the company: Aviair is a leading regional aviation operator in WA, part of the HMC Group alongside Nexus Airlines and HeliSpirit. The fleet includes Beechcraft Super King Air, Pilatus PC-12, Cessna Grand Caravan and GA8 Airvan, supporting charter and RPT operations across the Kimberley and Pilbara.
About the role: Senior leadership position working alongside the Head of Flying Operations. Responsibilities include pilot management, training standards, regulatory compliance (CASR Parts 119/135), SMS oversight and operational scheduling. Based in Broome or Kununurra, with a clear pathway to the HOFO role. Accommodation assistance available.
Minimum requirements: CPL(A), Class 1 medical, 2,500+ hours total with significant turbine experience, 6+ months management experience in air transport operations, ASIC eligibility.
Desirable: PIC experience on King Air, PC-12 or Caravan, previous CASA approval in a key personnel role, training and checking experience.
Mustering Pilots — R44 / B206
North Australian Helicopters
About the company: North Australian Helicopters operates in the Northern Territory, providing mustering and aerial work services across remote pastoral stations.
About the role: Experienced mustering pilots sought for permanent or seasonal contracts (3–9 months) in the Northern Territory, flying R44 and B206 aircraft.
Minimum requirements: CPL(H) with AMH and LLH ratings; current Class 1 Medical; minimum 500 hours mustering experience.
Desirable: R44 and/or B206 endorsements; immediate start available.
Grade 1/2 Single & Multi Engine Flight Instructor
CAE Melbourne Flight Training
About the company: CAE Melbourne Flight Training is part of the world's largest pilot training network, based at Moorabbin Airport. With over 50 years of experience and a fleet of 50+ aircraft and simulators, CAE trains over 200 pilots annually for Australian and international airline careers.
About the role: Grade 2 or higher fixed-wing flight instructor contributing to integrated CPL and instrument rating training for domestic and international students. Opportunities for rapid upgrade to higher grades and ratings including FIR G1, FIR IR, FIR CLR ME, and Flight Examiner.
Minimum requirements: FIR Grade 2 teaching endorsement or higher; current Flight Instructor Proficiency Check; current Command Instrument Rating; experience with first and subsequent solo authorisation; legal right to work in Australia.
Desirable: Night Training Endorsement (FIR NVFR); current night VFR rating; FIR DF, FIR FIR or FIR IR endorsements; G1000 avionics training; C172 experience; ground school teaching experience from PPL to ATPL level; experience with international students.
Benefits: Above-award pay; access to substantial flying opportunities; accelerated upgrade training program; fast-track pathway to airlines (average 2–3 years to airline transition).
Captain — Dash 8 Q400
Nexus Airlines
About the company: Nexus Airlines is Western Australia's regional airline, backed by Aviair, operating a fleet of six 76-seat Dash 8 Q400 NextGen aircraft. Currently expanding with a new operational base in Brisbane, extending services across northern Australia.
About the role: Command of the Dash 8 Q400 based at Brisbane, QLD, on Nexus Airlines' growing regional network. Pilots also assist the operations team and support colleagues with pre/post-flight duties.
Minimum requirements: CASA ATPL(A); Class 1 Medical; English Language Proficiency Level 6; 3,000 hours total flying; 2,500 hours PIC; 500 hours multi-engine command.
Desirable: 100 hours on DHC-8 or similar type.
First Officer — Dash 8 Q400
Nexus Airlines
About the company: Nexus Airlines is a Western Australian regional airline backed by Aviair, operating a modern Dash 8 Q400 fleet. Now expanding to Brisbane, QLD, to enhance access across northern Australia.
About the role: First Officer on the Dash 8 Q400 based at Brisbane, QLD, supporting Nexus Airlines' expanding regional network across WA and northern Australia.
Minimum requirements: CASA CPL(A); Class 1 Medical; English Language Proficiency Level 6; 1,500 hours total flying; 1,300 hours PIC; 100 hours multi-engine command; MCC Certificate or ATPL Human Factors exam credit.
Desirable: 100 hours on DHC-8 or similar type.
Citation Ultra Direct Entry Captain
Avcair
About the company: Avcair is a Brisbane-based private jet charter and air ambulance operator with over 20 years of operation, servicing VIP, corporate and aeromedical clients across Australia and internationally. ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 certified.
About the role: Direct Entry Captain on Citation Ultra air ambulance operations based in Karratha, WA on a 14 on / 14 off FIFO roster. Approximately 200 flight hours per year comprising mission flying, training flights and two simulator sessions annually at FlightSafety.
Minimum requirements: ATPL; Class 1 medical; ASIC; Instrument Rating; valid passport with no restrictions; 4,000 hours total time; 2,500 hours PIC; 2,000 hours PIC multi-engine; 500 hours PIC gas turbine or jet.
Desirable: C560 Ultra endorsement and time on type; jet experience; remote operations experience; previous air ambulance experience; international experience; previous US TSA approval.
Full Time & Contract Fixed Wing Line Pilots
Microflite Aviation
About the company: Microflite Aviation is a leading Melbourne-based operator covering fixed-wing and helicopter charter, tourism, search and rescue, firefighting and maritime surveillance across multiple Australian states.
About the role: Full-time or contract fixed-wing line pilot in the Linescan department, primarily based at Moorabbin Airport with operational deployments nationwide. Roles involve airwork, charter and freight with a focus on fire management and ISR operations. Contractors are sought for availability September through March/April.
Minimum requirements: CASA CPL(A); Command Instrument Rating 2D & 3D with minimum 3 renewals; Class 1 medical; current ASIC; minimum 2,000 hours total time; 150 hours night; 200 hours planned IFR.
Desirable: Pilatus PC-12 flight review/endorsement; Australian citizenship or permanent residency.
Benefits: Covered transport and accommodation for fire season assignments; long-term fire season retention; opportunity to move into a full-time role.
Full Time Check & Training Specialist
Microflite Aviation
About the company: Microflite Aviation is a leading Melbourne-based operator covering fixed-wing and helicopter charter, tourism, search and rescue, firefighting and maritime surveillance across multiple Australian states.
About the role: Full-time senior check and training specialist in the fixed-wing department at Moorabbin Airport. Responsible for conducting proficiency checks and line training, maintaining standardisation across Part 135 and 138 operations, and managing pilot training records — alongside regular line flying.
Minimum requirements: CASA CPL(A) or ATPL; Command Instrument Rating 2D & 3D (SE or ME); Class 1 medical; current ASIC; prior check and training experience.
Desirable: Pilatus PC-12 flight review/endorsement; Flight Instructor Rating; Examiner Rating; MCC; Australian citizenship or permanent residency.
Benefits: Long-term retention and position progression; involvement in challenging and rewarding operations.
Saab 340 First Officer
Regional Express (Rex)
About the company: Regional Express (Rex) is Australia's largest independent regional airline, operating Saab 340 turboprops across an extensive regional network. Rex is currently under voluntary administration and continues to operate scheduled services while pursuing a restructuring outcome.
About the role: First Officer position on the Saab 340 across Rex's regional network. Rex operates a cadet-friendly minimum hour entry point, making this one of the more accessible turboprop RPT pathways for lower-time commercial pilots in Australia. Positions are ongoing and expressions of interest are welcomed.
Minimum requirements: CASA CPL or ATPL; current Multi-Engine Instrument Rating (MEIR) or current IPC; Class 1 medical; minimum 500 hours total flying time; ability to work in Australia.
Preferred: 850 or more hours total time; significant multi-engine or turbine time (3,000 kg+) on cross-country IFR operations; all ATPL theory subjects completed.
Saab 340 Captain
Regional Express (Rex)
About the company: Regional Express (Rex) is Australia's largest independent regional airline, connecting communities across New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia and the Northern Territory with its Saab 340 fleet.
About the role: Rex is seeking expressions of interest for Command positions on its Saab 340 fleet across the regional network.
Minimum requirements: Australian ATPL; Command Multi Engine IPC; Class 1 medical; minimum 500 hours command on turboprop or jet aircraft above 11,000 kg MTOW; 12 months' experience in scheduled air transport or FIFO operations; Australian citizen or permanent resident.
Aerial Application Pilot
Thomson Airborne
About the company: Thomson Airborne is a specialist agricultural aviation and geophysical survey operator based in Griffith, NSW. With decades of experience in aerial application across the Riverina and broader Australia, they operate a fleet of dedicated ag aircraft and hold a strong reputation for safety and efficiency.
About the role: Aerial application pilot conducting agricultural spray, seeding and fertiliser spreading operations from Griffith across NSW and interstate. Work across a variety of crops and environments with a professional, safety-focused team.
Minimum requirements: Current Australian CPL(A); Agricultural Rating; AAAA Spraysafe Advanced accreditation; minimum 2 years' aerial application experience; Class 1 medical; right to work in Australia.
Desirable: AT-502B or AT-802 experience; additional chemical endorsements; experience in Riverina/Murray-Darling Basin operations.
Line Pilot
Air Kimberley
About the company: Air Kimberley is a premier Broome-based charter and tourism operator covering the Kimberley region of Western Australia. Operating C208 Grand Caravans, PA-31, GA8 Airvan, C210, C207 and C182 aircraft, they serve tourism, government, mining and corporate clients across the remote Kimberley.
About the role: Line pilot operating charter and scenic flights across the Kimberley, including remote airstrips and coastal operations. Accommodation may be available in Broome.
Minimum requirements: Current Australian CPL; minimum 300 hours total time; minimum 100 hours PIC; minimum 20 hours on 200-series aircraft; CSU and Rural Utility endorsements; Night VFR or current Instrument Rating; Class 1 medical; Senior First Aid certificate; Dangerous Goods certificate.
Benefits: Opportunity to build hours in one of Australia's most spectacular regions; accommodation assistance; exposure to a diverse fleet across remote WA operations.
Helicopter Pilot
Auriga Aviation
About the company: Auriga Aviation is an Australian helicopter operator providing a range of commercial services including mustering, aerial survey, utility and charter operations across regional and remote Australia.
About the role: Helicopter pilot conducting mustering, survey and general utility operations from various bases around Australia. A strong platform for low-time rotary pilots looking to build commercial experience across diverse operations.
Minimum requirements: Current Australian CPL(H); Class 1 medical; Low Level endorsement; minimum hours as per specific role (entry-level positions considered); Dangerous Goods certificate; right to work in Australia.
Desirable: Mustering experience; previous remote operations; turbine endorsement.
Helicopter Pilot — Agriculture & Fire
Rotor Solutions Australia
About the company: Rotor Solutions Australia (RSA) is a family-run operator with 15+ years of experience, based at Albury Airport. Operating H125 (B3e, B3+), AS350 BA and Bell JetRanger B206 aircraft, RSA specialises in aerial agriculture, fire management, utility and drone operations across southern Australia.
About the role: Helicopter pilot conducting agricultural operations (crop spraying, seeding, fertilising), fire management (incendiary dropping, waterbombing support) and general utility work across regional NSW and Victoria.
Minimum requirements: Current Australian CPL(H); Class 1 medical; Low Level endorsement; Agricultural Rating for ag operations; minimum hours as specified (entry-level considered for fire/utility roles); Dangerous Goods certificate.
Desirable: AS350 or H125 endorsement; fire management certification; mustering experience; remote area operations experience.
Chief Rotary Pilot
Coulson Aviation Australia
About the company: Coulson Aviation operates the world's largest fleet of large air tankers and aerial firefighting helicopters. The Australian division is based at Bankstown Airport and delivers heavy aerial firefighting capability to NSW and Australian federal agencies. With aircraft including Sikorsky S-61, S-64 Skycrane and fixed-wing tankers, Coulson plays a critical role in Australia's bushfire response.
About the role: Senior leadership role overseeing all rotary flight operations in Australia. The Chief Rotary Pilot is responsible for flight standards, operational readiness, crew supervision and liaison with government agencies during bushfire and emergency operations.
Minimum requirements: CASA ATPL(H); minimum 5,000 hours total time; significant turbine command hours; demonstrated experience in aerial firefighting, aeromedical or utility operations; Class 1 medical; strong leadership and safety management systems background.
Desirable: S-61 or S-64 experience; Check and Training qualifications; previous Chief Pilot experience; Australian aviation regulatory familiarity (CASR Part 135/138).
Operations Manager
Frontier Helicopters
About the company: Frontier Helicopters is a Western Australian helicopter operator based in the Kimberley, providing mustering, survey, charter and tourism operations across the region's remote landscape. A tightly-knit team with a strong reputation for safety and operational excellence in one of Australia's most challenging environments.
About the role: Operations Manager position combining flight duties with the oversight of day-to-day rotary operations, crew rostering, regulatory compliance and client liaison. An ideal step for an experienced pilot looking to move into management while remaining current on the line.
Minimum requirements: CASA CPL(H) or ATPL(H); significant command hours on turbine rotary aircraft; CASR Part 135 operational knowledge; strong interpersonal and organisational skills; Class 1 medical; right to work in Australia.
Desirable: Previous Chief Pilot or supervisory experience; BARS or SMS management experience; familiarity with Kimberley operations; mustering or survey background.
Flight Instructor — Grade 1 / 2 / 3
Flight Training Adelaide
About the company: Flight Training Adelaide (FTA) is one of South Australia's leading CASA-approved ab initio flight training organisations, based at Parafield Airport. FTA provides integrated PPL, CPL and instrument rating training, with a fleet of modern training aircraft and a strong pathways record to the airlines.
About the role: Flight instructor delivering PPL and CPL ground and flight training to domestic and international students. Grade 3 positions available for new instructors; Grade 1 and Grade 2 positions available for experienced applicants with teaching endorsements.
Minimum requirements: Current CASA CPL(A) or ATPL(A); current FIR teaching endorsement (Grade 3 minimum); Flight Instructor Proficiency Check current; Class 1 or Class 2 medical; right to work in Australia.
Desirable: FIR Grade 1 or Grade 2 with additional endorsements (DF, IR, NVFR, CLR ME); multi-engine experience; previous airline or ATPL experience; ground school teaching background.
Flying Instructor
Australian Airline Pilot Academy (AAPA)
About the company: The Australian Airline Pilot Academy (AAPA) is based at Forest Hill near Wagga Wagga, providing structured airline cadet training programs for domestic and international students. AAPA partners with regional and major carriers, and their graduates have a strong record of airline placement. The Wagga Wagga region's consistent flying weather makes it an ideal training environment.
About the role: Flying instructor delivering structured ab initio CPL and instrument rating training to cadet groups. Structured syllabus with professional development opportunities. Strong exposure to students bound for regional and airline careers.
Minimum requirements: Current CASA CPL(A) with FIR teaching endorsement; Flight Instructor Proficiency Check current; Class 1 or Class 2 medical; right to work in Australia.
Desirable: Multi-engine and instrument endorsements; previous airline or charter background; experience with structured cadet training programs; FIR Grade 1 or Grade 2.
Flight Instructor
Aeropower
About the company: Aeropower is a CASA-approved flight training organisation with operations at Redcliffe Airport in Queensland and Bankstown Airport in New South Wales. Offering PPL through CPL and instrument rating training, Aeropower maintains a modern training fleet and is committed to producing pilots ready for commercial careers.
About the role: Flight instructor delivering PPL, CPL and instrument training at either the Redcliffe or Bankstown base. Applicants are welcome to express a base preference. A supportive environment with structured progression to higher FIR grades.
Minimum requirements: Current CASA CPL(A) with FIR Grade 3 or higher; current Flight Instructor Proficiency Check; Class 1 or Class 2 medical; right to work in Australia.
Desirable: Multi-engine or instrument endorsements (FIR ME, FIR IR); NVFR endorsement; QLD or NSW bases equally suited for candidates from either state.
Training & Checking Aircrew
LifeFlight Australia (StarFlight Tasmania)
About the company: LifeFlight Australia is the southern hemisphere's largest and most advanced aeromedical service, operating AW139 helicopters and jet air ambulances across Queensland and Tasmania. Tasmanian operations are delivered through StarFlight Australia, providing helicopter rescue, aeromedical retrieval and SAR services across the state 24/7.
About the role: Training and Checking Aircrew (TCA) role responsible for initial and recurrent training, competency assessment and standards oversight for helicopter flight crew. Based at Hobart Airport, the TCA is a key member of the LifeFlight/StarFlight training team, delivering line training and simulator assessments to pilots and aircrew officers.
Minimum requirements: CASA CPL(H) or ATPL(H); current Check and Training authorisation or equivalent; demonstrated helicopter aeromedical or SAR experience; AW139 experience highly advantageous; Class 1 medical; Australian citizen or permanent resident.
Desirable: HUET instructor; CRM facilitator; previous training management or Chief Pilot experience; night vision goggle and IFR currency.
Helicopter Pilot — EMS / SAR
Babcock Mission Critical Services
About the company: Babcock International is a global critical services company with a significant aviation division operating helicopter EMS and SAR services across Australia. In South Australia, Babcock operates the Government's air rescue helicopter service, providing 24/7 emergency retrieval and search and rescue capability from Adelaide and regional bases.
About the role: Helicopter pilot conducting emergency medical services and search and rescue missions from Adelaide. Operations include night flying, IFR approaches and hoisting. Close integration with SA Ambulance Service, SA Police and State Emergency Service.
Minimum requirements: CASA CPL(H) or ATPL(H); minimum 2,500 hours total time; significant turbine PIC time; IFR currency; current HUET; Class 1 medical; Australian citizen or permanent resident.
Desirable: AW139 or equivalent heavy twin experience; winch operations; night vision goggle currency; previous aeromedical or SAR background; BARS or SMS experience.
Helicopter Pilot
Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Service (WLRHS)
About the company: The Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Service (WLRHS) provides helicopter SAR, emergency medical and community rescue services from multiple bases across NSW and QLD, in partnership with Surf Life Saving Australia, Westpac and state emergency services. Their helicopters conduct water rescues, cliff rescues, bushfire support and aeromedical retrievals year-round.
About the role: Helicopter pilot conducting SAR, aeromedical and emergency rescue operations. Close integration with Surf Life Saving crews, paramedics and rescue coordinators. The role requires a calm, decisive approach and significant helicopter experience in time-critical operations.
Minimum requirements: CASA CPL(H) or ATPL(H); minimum 2,000 hours total time; turbine helicopter command time; IFR currency; HUET certified; Class 1 medical; Australian citizen or permanent resident.
Desirable: Winch and rescue operations experience; night flying and NVG experience; previous SAR or aeromedical background; coastal and maritime operations familiarity.
Jump Pilot
Skydive Australia
About the company: Skydive Australia operates tandem skydiving from some of Australia's most spectacular locations, including Cairns where jumps are conducted over the Great Barrier Reef and tropical coast. As one of Australia's largest skydiving operators, they maintain a busy jump schedule and a safety-focused culture.
About the role: Jump pilot conducting repeated-pattern operations delivering tandem and AFF students to exit altitude over Cairns. Typically involves high cycle, short-sector flying in a structured dropzone environment. An excellent hour-building role with consistent daily flying in ideal tropical weather.
Minimum requirements: Current Australian pilot licence suitable for aircraft type to be flown; current medical; completion of APF Jump Pilot Authorisation Course (JPAC) including written and practical examinations with an APF-approved Examiner; right to work in Australia.
Desirable: Previous dropzone experience; tail-wheel endorsement; high cycle operations experience; student-facing communication skills.
Jump Pilot & AFF / Tandem Instructors
SKYONE
About the company: SKYONE (formerly 1300SKYDIVE and Sydney Skydivers) is Australia's most experienced skydiving operator with 50 years of history. Operating 12 locations across QLD (Airlie Beach, Cairns, Sunshine Coast, Townsville), NSW (Sydney, Moruya, Port Macquarie, Hunter Valley), VIC (Great Ocean Road), ACT (Canberra) and TAS (Bridport), SKYONE is an APF member with an outstanding safety record.
About the role: Two role streams: (1) Jump Pilot — conducting repeated aircraft operations delivering tandem and AFF students to altitude; requires pilot licence suitable for aircraft, current medical, and completion of the Jump Pilot Authorisation Course (JPAC). (2) AFF / Tandem Instructor — delivering freefall instruction and tandem skydives; requires current APF TI or AFFI rating. SKYONE also offers a fast-track program from AFF to instructor qualification in 24 months for committed candidates.
Minimum requirements (Pilot): Pilot licence suitable for aircraft type; current medical; ability to complete APF JPAC with an approved Examiner.
Minimum requirements (Instructor): Current APF Tandem Instructor (TI) or AFF Instructor (AFFI) rating; APF currency requirements met.
AW139 SAR Captain
CHC Helicopter
About the company: CHC Helicopter is one of the world's leading helicopter services companies, operating globally in offshore energy, search and rescue, and emergency medical services. In Australia, CHC holds major SAR contracts with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA), providing 24/7 maritime and inland SAR coverage from multiple bases.
About the role: Search and Rescue Captain based at RAAF Base East Sale, Victoria, operating the AW139 on AMSA-contracted SAR missions. The role involves overwater rescues, medivac, disaster response and coordination with ADF and emergency services. Day/night operations including NVG and IFR.
Minimum requirements: CASA CPL(H) or ATPL(H); minimum 3,000 hours total time; significant turbine PIC time; current IFR; HUET; AW139 type rating or ability to obtain; NVG currency; Class 1 medical; Australian citizen or permanent resident.
Desirable: Previous SAR or military rotary wing experience; winch operator certification; offshore and overwater experience; AMSA familiarity.
AW139 SAR Captain / Co-Pilot
CHC Helicopter
About the company: CHC Helicopter holds the AMSA SAR contract across multiple Australian bases. The Nowra base supports maritime SAR operations along the NSW South Coast and offshore, as well as coordination with HMAS Albatross and Defence SAR activity in the region.
About the role: Both Captain and Co-Pilot positions available at Nowra, NSW, operating the AW139 on AMSA SAR missions. Co-Pilot roles suit pilots building turbine SAR hours toward command; Captain roles require demonstrated SAR PIC experience.
Minimum requirements (Captain): CASA CPL(H) or ATPL(H); 2,500+ hours TT; AW139 PIC time; IFR; HUET; Class 1 medical; Australian citizen or permanent resident.
Minimum requirements (Co-Pilot): CASA CPL(H); 1,000+ hours TT; turbine endorsement; IFR; Class 1 medical.
Desirable: NVG currency; overwater and winch operations; AMSA or ADF SAR background.
Seaplane Pilot — C208F / DHC-2 Beaver
Sydney Seaplanes
About the company: Sydney Seaplanes operates scenic flights and private charter services from Sydney Harbour, flying Cessna C208F Caravan floatplane and de Havilland DHC-2 Beaver aircraft.
About the role: Line pilot conducting commercial charter and scenic seaplane flights on C208F and DHC-2 Beaver floatplanes from Sydney Harbour.
Minimum requirements: CPL(A) or higher; CASA Class 1 Medical; Seaplane/Floatplane endorsement (SPEA); strong customer service and communication skills.
Desirable: C208 endorsement; IFR rating; prior experience on turbine or piston floatplanes.
Captain — Saab 340
Link Airways / Corporate Air
About the company: Link Airways and Corporate Air operate scheduled RPT services and charter flights across eastern Australia from their Canberra base, serving regional routes throughout ACT, NSW, QLD, VIC and TAS with the Saab 340 fleet.
About the role: Command of the Saab 340 turboprop on Link Airways/Corporate Air scheduled and charter operations across the eastern Australian network.
Minimum requirements: ATPL(A); CASA Class 1 Medical; multi-engine turboprop PIC experience; minimum 3,000 hours total time.
Desirable: Saab 340 type rating; prior RPT Captain experience on turboprop aircraft.
First Officer — Saab 340
Link Airways / Corporate Air
About the company: Link Airways and Corporate Air operate scheduled RPT and charter services across eastern Australia from Canberra, flying the Saab 340 turboprop on routes across ACT, NSW, QLD, VIC and TAS.
About the role: First Officer on the Saab 340 turboprop across Link Airways/Corporate Air's scheduled and charter network from Canberra, ACT.
Minimum requirements: CPL(A) or ATPL; CASA Class 1 Medical; multi-engine IFR; minimum 1,500 hours total time.
Desirable: Saab 340 endorsement; prior RPT or multi-crew turboprop experience.
Captain — EMB120 Brasilia
Airnorth
About the company: Airnorth is the Northern Territory's regional airline, flying over 300,000 passengers annually across the Top End, remote NT, WA, QLD, VIC and internationally to Dili, Timor-Leste. Fleet includes the EMB120 Brasilia and Embraer E-jet series.
About the role: Command of the EMB120 Brasilia turboprop on Airnorth's regional network across northern Australia, based in Darwin, NT.
Minimum requirements: ATPL(A); CASA Class 1 Medical; multi-engine turboprop PIC experience; minimum 3,000 hours total time.
Desirable: EMB120 type rating; remote or regional airline experience; willingness to be based in Darwin, NT.
First Officer — EMB120 Brasilia
Airnorth
About the company: Airnorth is the Northern Territory's regional airline, connecting the Top End and remote communities across northern Australia and beyond, operating the EMB120 Brasilia and E-jet series from their Darwin base.
About the role: First Officer on the EMB120 Brasilia turboprop on Airnorth's regional network across northern Australia, based in Darwin, NT.
Minimum requirements: CPL(A) or ATPL; CASA Class 1 Medical; multi-engine IFR rating; minimum 1,500 hours total time.
Desirable: EMB120 endorsement; turboprop or regional airline experience; Darwin-based preferred.
Surveillance Captain — Dash 8
Leidos Australia (Airborne Solutions)
About the company: Leidos Airborne Solutions Australia operates a fleet of highly modified Dash 8 aircraft under contract to the Australian Government, conducting coastal surveillance and border protection missions across northern Australia from bases in Darwin, Cairns, and Broome.
About the role: Captain of a specially equipped Dash 8 turboprop conducting airborne surveillance missions of national significance as part of an integrated 4-person crew. FIFO options available for Perth/Adelaide/Melbourne/Sydney/Brisbane-based pilots on a 14 days on/14 days off roster.
Minimum requirements: Australian citizen with current passport; CPL(A) with Instrument Rating; all ATPL subjects completed; CASA Class 1 Medical; ASIC; 750 hours multi-crew or 750 hours multi-engine turbine; eligible for AGSVA Baseline security clearance.
Desirable: Instructor qualifications; experience in surveillance, SAR, maritime patrol, or low-level operations.
Surveillance First Officer — Dash 8
Leidos Australia (Airborne Solutions)
About the company: Leidos Airborne Solutions Australia flies highly modified Dash 8 aircraft on Australian Government border surveillance and maritime patrol contracts, operating from Darwin, Cairns, and Broome with an integrated multi-crew team.
About the role: First Officer on the Dash 8 surveillance fleet, working as part of a 4-person crew on airborne maritime surveillance missions across northern Australia's coastline.
Minimum requirements: Australian citizen with current passport; CPL(A) with Instrument Rating (completed within last 6 months) or 500 hours total flying; ATPL Human Factors completed; CASA Class 1 Medical; ASIC; eligible for AGSVA Baseline security clearance.
Desirable: Instructor qualifications; experience in surveillance, SAR, or low-level flying operations.
RAAus Flight Instructor (Junior & Senior)
Gold Coast Sports Flying Training
About the company: Gold Coast Sports Flying Training (GCSFT) is a RAAus-affiliated flight training organisation based at the Gold Coast Sports Flying Club, Norwell QLD, with an office overlooking the Gold Coast beaches and waterways.
About the role: GCSFT is seeking both junior and senior RAAus Flight Instructors to join the team — a fantastic opportunity to teach people to fly alongside the Gold Coast lifestyle.
How to apply: Send your CV to info@gcsft.com.au.
Cessna 208 Caravan Pilot — Scenic Flights
Arid Air
About the company: Arid Air operates scenic flight services from Marree Airport in outback South Australia, offering a unique opportunity to experience one of Australia's most remote and iconic landscapes.
About the role: C208 Caravan Pilot required for immediate start to join the scenic flight operation at Marree Airport. An excellent opportunity to build hours on type in the outback.
Minimum requirements: Gas Turbine Engine (GTE) rating (essential), C208 Caravan experience — state hours on type in application.
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