Experienced DHC-2 Seaplane Pilot

Job Title: Experienced DHC-2 Seaplane Pilot                                                                                                                   

About the company: 

Whitsunday Air Services is a Helicopter, Seaplane and Fixed Wing aircraft tour and transfer operator servicing the Whitsundays, Great Barrier Reef and Hamilton Island Area. We provide luxury tours such as scenic flights, helicopter transfers, reef cruises and snorkeling tours including our exclusive offering, the world famous “Journey to The Heart”.

About the role:

We are now seeking a motivated and experienced individual for the role of a full time DHC-2 Seaplane Pilot for tourism and charter operations. The position will require the candidate to reside on Hamilton Island. Reporting to the Fixed Wing Specialist, the role will support the day to day operations of the Fixed Wing team.

Your primary responsibilities will be to provide safe, professional and compliant line pilot operations as per the company operations manual, company SOPs, Aircraft flight manual, AIP, ERSA and CASA Rules & Regulations. 

About you:

The minimum requirements of the role are as follows:

• CPL (A)

• 500 hours total time PIC

• 250 hours seaplane experience

• 350 water landings

• DHC-2 endorsement or similar

• Amphibian experience is essential

• Current DG

• Current ASIC

• Current HUET Course (mandatory prior to employment)

• Australian Citizen, resident or Visa holder with full working rights

• Pre-employment DAMP test must be completed prior to employment

• A satisfactory target score in a Pre-Employment Compass Pilot Aptitude Test

• Nil incidents/accidents in the last 5 years

Desirable qualifications:

• 50 hours PIC DHC-2

• Open water experience

• GA-8 Airvan experience

• Preference will be given to applicants who have a hospitality/tourism background and/or customer service background

What’s in it for you

• Salary negotiable depending on experience

• Access to salary sacrifice options

• The chance to join a friendly, tight knit team

• Generous staff discounts

• The chance to work and live in the beautiful Whitsundays

Please note accommodation on Hamilton Island is extremely limited and as such is conditional and may not be suitable for all applicants.

Only applicants who meet the minimum requirements can be considered for this role.

If you are interested, please apply now and send a copy of your Cover Letter and Resume. In the event of a high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.