Panorama Airways is seeking an experienced Multi-Engine Pilot / Flight Instructor to join our long-standing Bathurst-based operation.
With over 34 years of continuous operations in the Central West of NSW, Panorama Airways is a family-run aviation business known for its exceptional training standards, professional culture, and commitment to safety. This role is suited to a pilot looking for stability, progression, and a long-term career pathway, not short-term hour building.
The Ideal Candidate
Experienced, reliable, and professional
Values high training standards and operational discipline
Comfortable with survey operations and time away from home base
Seeks stability and long-term involvement in a regional aviation business
The Operation
Multi-engine charter and survey operations
Heavy twin survey aircraft providing strong multi-engine PIC time
Flight instructing across the organisation
Contract role: 4–6 days per week
On-call survey operations with periods away from base
Aircraft we operate
Multi-Engine Cessna 400 series, PA44, PA34, PA31, King Air C90, Single Engine PA28, PA28R, C337.
Exposure to more complex aircraft as you progress
Minimum Requirements
CASA Commercial Pilot Licence
MECIR (with 1 renewal)
Grade 2 or Grade 3 Instructor Rating (DFE/IFR & MEA Training endorsements advantageous)
Minimum 500 hour total time with 100 hours PIC multi-engine time
(Twin minimums may be reviewed for applicants with higher total time and relevant experience)Strong IFR capability and professional decision-making skills
Location Requirement
Due to the nature of our survey operations, applicants must live within 50 km of Bathurst, NSW, or be willing to relocate prior to commencement.
What We Offer
Consistent multi-engine flying in a professional operation
Significant opportunity to build high-quality multi-engine PIC time
Career progression into more complex aircraft for the right candidate
A supportive, safety-focused, family-run environment
Investment in training for pilots who are committed to the organisation
Important Note on Commitment
Panorama Airways invests heavily in training and development. This role is best suited to pilots seeking a long-term position (minimum 3 years) who value progression, responsibility, and being part of a close-knit team.
While we understand the realities of the aviation industry, this position is not intended as a short-term hour-building role. Applicants should be genuinely motivated to grow within the organisation and contribute over the longer term.
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