About Maroomba Airlines
Nantay Pty Ltd, trading as Maroomba Airlines, operates a fleet of Dash 8-100 and Dash 8-300 aircraft, with the Dash 8-400 soon to join our growing fleet. We proudly serve a diverse portfolio of valued clients and continue to expand our route structure and operations. Our primary operations support the FIFO industry within approximately two hours of Perth.
The Maroomba team is made up of professional, safety-focused and customer-oriented individuals who are committed to operational excellence.
The Role
As our business grows, we are seeking experienced and type-rated Dash 8 Captains to lead aircraft operations across all phases of flight — pre-flight, in-flight and post-flight. As a Captain at Maroomba Airlines, you are not only responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the aircraft, but you are also a leader.
We expect our Captains to demonstrate:
- Strong and consistent leadership behaviours
- Sound judgement and decisive command
- Professionalism both in the air and on the ground
- Respectful, inclusive and collaborative crew management
- Accountability for performance, safety and culture
Captains are expected to set the standard, role model appropriate behaviours, and actively contribute to a positive and high-performing operational environment. Full-time roles follow operationally driven rosters.
What We Offer
- Attractive remuneration package (above award)
- 6 weeks annual leave to support improved work–life balance
- Rosters designed to meet operational requirements
- Free onsite parking at Perth Airport
- A supportive, close-knit team environment
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their immediate family
- Inclusive and merit-based recruitment and progression processes
- Career progression opportunities into training, checking roles and/or management positions
Minimum Requirements
Essential
- Valid Australian Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL)
- Right to live and work in Australia
- Command Instrument Rating
- Current CASA Class 1 Medical Certificate
Desirable
- Operational experience relative to Maroomba Airlines route structure (e.g. remote areas, non-certified aerodromes, non-instrument approach airports)
Experience
Essential
- Total Flight Time: 2,000 hrs (minimum; 3,000 hrs preferred)
- Total Command Time: Minimum 2,500 hrs
- Total Multi-Engine Command Time: Minimum 500 hrs
- Dash 8 Type Rating (comparable types considered)
Skills and Attributes
- Demonstrated professional work ethic and positive disposition
- Strong leadership capability and command presence
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
- Ability to perform duties independently and responsibly
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in EFB software and operational systems
- Adaptability to changing schedules and operational environments
- Unwavering commitment to safety and regulatory compliance
Our Values
Our culture is guided by four core values which we expect our leaders to embody:
- Empowered – We manage our outcomes to ensure the best results for our staff and customers.
- One Team – Our team is resilient, relentless and defined by our collective success.
- Accountable – Our actions are always in line with our desire to be a safe and responsible industry leader.
- Shared Success – We build strong and mutually beneficial partnerships.
Our Commitment to Equality and Inclusion
Maroomba Airlines holds Gender Equity Sourcing Accreditation (GESA) and is committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace. We warmly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability and neurodiverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.