AddressKirkhope Aviation is based at Moorabbin Airport and operates Australian Air Safaris - fully escorted, all-inclusive premium air tours from 1 – 15 days throughout Australia. We operate a fleet of two Cessna Grand Caravan EXs, three Piper PA31 Navajo/Chieftains, and one Beechcraft B200 King Air.
We are seeking a versatile Touring Pilot to join us for a casual role. Our tours are fully hosted and run by our pilots (in conjunction with local tour operators), and we are primarily looking for someone who can deliver an outstanding tour experience. The ability to be an overall host and guide to our guests is the key aspect we are looking for, however strong single-pilot IFR competency is also necessary.
Tours run for periods of up to 15 days at a time and require pilots to stay with guests at luxury tourism destinations. Peak season is between March and October, with shorter tours and preparatory duties over the rest of the year.
We are specifically looking for an experienced C208 pilot for this role. Progression onto the B200 is available for the right candidate, and the company holds a CASR Part 141 certificate to facilitate this training internally.
Required qualifications and experience:
- Australian CPL or ATPL (Aeroplanes)
- Command Instrument Rating (MEA) with current IPC
- 1500hrs total flight time (Aeroplanes)
- 100 hours flight time on the C208 type
- 150hrs of planned, IFR cross-country time (preferably in a CASR Part 135 Operation)
Desirable:
- Demonstrated experience in a tourism or hospitality role, preferably hosting tours or experiences
- A friendly/outgoing personality, good communication skills and ability to mix well with mature age people
- BE20 or PA31 experience
Please send a cover letter and concise resumé to Nick Stobie via the application link below.
