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Senior Base Pilot (Turboprop)
Aviation Capability Group; Operations Support Command; Regional Services; Cairns
Join our dynamic team of QGAir pilots based in Cairns, where we pride ourselves on delivering safe, timely, and responsive frontline aviation services. We are seeking an experience and motivated Senior Base Pilot eager to contribute to providing worldclass frontline aviation services in community safety.
You will use your strong leadership skills to manage and guide a team of line pilots at Cairns, Mt Isa, and Horn Island bases, operating our modern fleet of brand-new Beechcraft King Air B360 turboprops and Caravan aircraft.
As a leader of our flight operations team, you will be responsible for contributing to the safe and efficient operation of our fleet to ensure essential, lifesaving, and emergency aviation support is provided to our partner agencies.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Aviation |
| Classification | Not applicable |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/641048/25 |
| Closing date | 18-Jun-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Salli-Ann Ward |
| Contact details | Mobile: 0459 566 724 Access the National Relay Service |
Are you passionate about flying and leading a team of pilots? If so, this role is for you - APPLY NOW!
A competitive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful candidate.
Considering a move to Cairns to join Queensland Government Air (QGAir)? Relocation assistance is available, and we encourage applications from qualified candidates eager to relocate and start their new role with us.
About us:
Queensland Government Air forms part of the Queensland Police Service (QPS), Aviation Capability Group (ACG) and provides government aviation services specialising in both rotary and fixed wing operations in support of the QPS and our partner agencies in regular and emergency response operations across Queensland. Our commitment to safety, efficiency, and innovation has established us as a leader in government aviation services.
The Role:
Join our dynamic team of QGAir pilots based in Cairns, where we pride ourselves on delivering safe, timely, and responsive frontline aviation services. We are seeking an experience and motivated Senior Base Pilot eager to contribute to providing worldclass frontline aviation services in community safety. You will use your strong leadership skills to manage and guide a team of line pilots at Cairns, Mt Isa, and Horn Island bases, operating our modern fleet of brand-new Beechcraft King Air B360 turboprops and Caravan aircraft. As a leader of our flight operations team, you will be responsible for contributing to the safe and efficient operation of our fleet to ensure essential, lifesaving, and emergency aviation support is provided to our partner agencies.
It has never been a more exciting time to be part of the QGAir team!
Why Fly with Us?
• Competitive salary package available.
• 12.75% superannuation.
• Opportunity to fly the latest King Air B360 aircraft.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Work/life balance.
• Career growth and development opportunities available.
• Relocation assistance available.
What We're Looking For:
Mandatory requirements:
• Australian Commercial Pilots Licence (CPL)
• Multi Engine Command Instrument Rating - 4 renewals
• Minimum 3000 hours total time
• Minimum 2000 hours Pilot in Command (PIC)
• Minimum 400 hours Night PIC
• Minimum 400 hours Multi-Engine PIC
• Minimum 400 hours Turbine PIC
• Hold or be eligible to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
• Current Class 1 Aviation Medical
• Hold a current Australian passport
Highly desirable requirements:
• Australian Air Transport Pilots Licence (ATPL)
• Flight Examiner Rating (FER)
• Flight Instructor Rating - Multi Engine
• B360 Type Rating
• C208 (or similar) Experience
If you are ready to take your career to new heights with the QPS and QGAir, we want to hear from you. Apply Now!
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/641048/25
Closing Date: Wednesday, 18th June 2025
Further information
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