Aviair, formerly known as Slingair, was founded in 1984 and has been under local Kununurra ownership since April 2016. We are a multi-award-winning regional airline, with significant operations in Kununurra, Broome, Karratha, and Adelaide. With in-house aircraft maintenance facilities, we have approximately thirty aircraft including Beechcraft Super King Air, Cessna Citation Mustang, Cessna Grand Caravan, Pilatus PC-12’S and both twin and single piston engine aircraft. Our business is founded on the twin principles of safety and service – both being areas where we will not compromise. Safety is key in all that we do and leads through to delivering the best service to our customers.
Aviair is seeking a highly skilled King Air 200 pilot to join our expanding team. You can expect diverse flying opportunities throughout regional and metropolitan Western Australia. This includes, day and night flying, single and multi-pilot operations, remote community services and Air Transport Services.
Training is provided through out approved Training and Checking organisation using a combination of synthetic and full motion simulators, which complement a detailed line training program.
Key Duties and responsibilities of the role include
In addition to flying duties, pilots are expected to assist with the following duties:
Cleaning of aircraft
Assisting the operations team as required
Supporting other pilots with pre- and post-flight duties
General maintenance of the base
To be successful in this role
In addition to meeting the minimum experience qualifications, you will need to demonstrate that you have enthusiasm, energy, a high level of personal presentation, and have excellent people and communication skills. You will also have a positive attitude with the ability to be solution focused in challenging situations. The minimum experience and qualifications are as follows:
CASA commercial pilot licence (A)
CASA class 1 aviation medical
2500 hours total flying
2000 hours pilot in command
500 hours multi engine command
50 hours on B200 (or similar type)
100 hours at night
What we offer you
On the job training
An attractive salary
Personal development opportunities to grow in a diverse, inclusive company
A great team environment
Salary Sacrifice / salary packaging benefits (including remote area housing benefits)
Located in the Pilbara region, Karratha is located 1500km to the north of Perth and is serviced by multiple daily flights to the WA capital Perth. With a strong sense of community, Karratha is an ideal place to live for individuals and families alike. There is a range of sporting, aquatic, camping, and other recreational opportunities. If you’re looking for adventure and the exciting lifestyle change that the Pilbara can provide, this is the opportunity for you.
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume outlining your relevant qualifications and experience.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.