Head Of Flying Operations / General Manager

Head of Flight Operations (HOFO) / General Manager​

Australia by Air is part of the BASAIR group of general aviation organisations and has been operating for over 15 years with a diverse fleet of aircraft. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service through attention to detail and maintaining an excellent safety record. ​

Based out of Bankstown Airport NSW, we specialise in tailored charters servicing regular customers.

The Australia By Air (AbA) team seeks a suitable Head of Flight Operations / General Manager to join the wider BASAIR group, and manage the AbA Operations, both from the flight operations and business management.

This position will provide leadership and oversight of all AbA’s operations.
 

This pivotal role will have the following Key Result Areas

1. Operational management of the business
2. Compliance with regulatory bodies (e.g.,  CASA, Fair Work, Pay Awards etc) 
3. Maintain a Training and Checking system
4. Maintain a safe operating environment
5. Manage and develop the FCM team
6. Financial management of the business
7. Develop and grow the business 

Minimum Requirements

• 2500 Hours total flight time
• 1000 Hours multi-engine
• 500 Hours PIC on PA31, C414, BE20 or type with similar performance​
• 200 Hours at night 
• 300 hours multi-engine instructional flight time 
• The ability to gain CASA HOFO, HOO and HOTC approvals
• Hold a Flight Instructor rating
• Aptitude, skill, and enthusiasm to maintain high customer service and safety standards 
• Interested in contributing to all aspects of the business
• Sound knowledge of Human Factors and Non-Technical Skills

Desirable qualities

• B200 King Air, Cessna 400’s series, or Beechcraft Baron experience
• A Flight Examiner Approval
• Fleet management experience
• Turbine experience

Benefits

• Major capital city base
• Supportive management team
• Above award salary
• Training and study assistance provided
• All technology/equipment provided to do your role
• Staff aircraft hire rates
• Be a part of a passionate community of aviators in a culture that supports personal growth
• Career pathways developed to get you to the next level
   

Applicants must be fully vaccinated as part of our company's COVID policy and have Australian citizenship or permanent residence status.

Please submit a current resume and letter of application outlining your suitability for this role. Only suitable candidates will be contacted.