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Who We Are

Skytrans is an Australian based passenger airline & a member of the world’s largest ACMI provider (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance), Avia Solutions Group. We have been serving the Cape and the Torres Strait region for over thirty years and have extensive experience providing air services to remote and communities throughout Queensland. Founded in 1990, the airline has over 200 staff, with head office in Cairns and bases in Brisbane, Townsville, Rockhampton and Horn Island. Skytrans currently operates a fleet of 13 regional aircraft including 7 Dash-8 aircraft, specialising in Regular Public Transport (RPT), charter services, and ACMI operations across the Asia-Pacific region, Far North Queensland and the Torres Strait.

Skytrans is excited to announce a new route between Sydney and Lord Howe Island. As part of this expansion, we will be seeking additional crew to staff our newly opened base in Sydney. Skytrans will acquire three additional Q200 aircraft, bringing our total fleet to 16.

Who You Are

As part of our Flight Crew team, you will join a motivated and safety-focused group of professionals committed to maintaining high operational standards. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a disciplined and fast-paced flight environment, bringing a proactive and industrious attitude to this newly established RPT service.

Captain requirements:

Australian ATPL (A)
3000 hours total flight time
1500 hours as pilot in command of multi-engine aircraft
500 hours in command of Turboprop or Jet aircraft with a maximum Take off weight > 13000kg

In addition, must have:

CASA Class 1 Aviation Medical Certificate
English Language Proficiency Level 6
Type Rating (DHC8) preferred but not essential
Australian Multi-Engine Instrument Rating with IAP2D and IAP3D
The ability to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)

How to Apply:

If you have the skills and attributes, we are looking for (or thereabouts) we\'d love to hear from you. Please submit your application ensuring you have clearly addressed the selection criteria outlined above.

Please note: Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants must be eligible to live and work in Australia as either a citizen or permanent resident and be able to attend and successfully pass pre-employment and continuing medical, drug and alcohol pathology screening. Skytrans is committed to equal opportunity employment through fair recruitment practices.

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