Dash 8 Pilot Jobs

Dash 8 Captains

This is a non-commuting, permanent contract, and requires the candidate to relocate and live in Australia.  Aircraft: DHC8  Base salary (in AUD): $110,000 for Dash 8 Captains, exclusive of 11.5% superannuation (retirement fund contribution). Allowances: Meals: Breakfast - $34.19, Lunch - $38.31, Dinner - $65.85 Layover - $27.97 RDO Payment: $363.73 for First Officers, $484.04 for Captains (if they agree to work on a non-rostered day off). Loss of Licence: up to $2,753 covered per year, to assist the pilot in holding adequate insurance against loss of licence. Phone Allowance: $250 per annum. Annual Leave: 42 days Roster: Pilots based in Cairns can fly around 80-85 hours a month. Pilots will have 2 days off per week and the schedule is from 7am to 2pm; 2 weekends off per month and every 2 weeks you will have doubles finishing at 4pm. Other benefits: Productivity payment of 0.25% of the daily base salary for each day when monthly flight hours exceed 75 hours. Working visa application fees and immigration agent?s fees covered, including for family members. If a successful candidate requires a sponsorship visa, after returning the signed offer, the company will introduce them to their immigration agent to lodge a Temporary Skill Shortage Visa - subclass 482 (in most cases). The documents required initially are the passports of all family members, as well as a police check for every place the candidate has lived for more than 12 months. Additionally, an English test and medical examination must be completed. Their immigration agent will guide the candidate through the process and offer assistance. First two weeks of accommodation provided. Career progression: There is also a possibility for pilots to transition to the A320 fleet, which is set to be acquired end of 2024. Free parking at Cairns Airport. Please kindly note that these figures are currently under review and may change in the near future. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Requirements: All candidates that hold an ICAO/FAA/EASA licences other than a CASA Australia licence will be required to have a valid instrument rating on time of employment with at least 10 months validity and medical from the country of issue of the licence with at least 12 months validity. The new crew member on joining will be required to convert their licence within 6 months of joining the company, and the company will assist you in converting their license and guide you with all regulatory matters. There will be a training bond (24months/ $30000.00 AUD) if you are not type rated on the DHC 8 and a type rating initial endorsement is required.  The following is the selection criteria for the role: CAPTAIN Valid 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 Multi-Engine Instrument Rating  Type Rating (DHC8) preferred but not essential Class 1 Aviation Medical Certificate English Language Proficiency Level 6- this is non-flexible Last flown on a turbo prop aircraft within 12 months - non-flexible. The ability to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) Ideal candidates should come from the Oceania region as first choice due to licence conversion issue. However, we are open to review experienced candidates outside of this region.  

Dash 8 First Officers

This is a non-commuting, permanent contract, and requires the candidate to relocate and live in Australia.  Aircraft: DHC8  Base salary (in AUD): $77,100 for Dash 8 First Officers, exclusive of 11.5% superannuation (retirement fund contribution). Allowances: Meals: Breakfast - $34.19, Lunch - $38.31, Dinner - $65.85 Layover - $27.97 RDO Payment: $363.73 for First Officers, $484.04 for Captains (if they agree to work on a non-rostered day off). Loss of Licence: up to $2,753 covered per year, to assist the pilot in holding adequate insurance against loss of licence. Phone Allowance: $250 per annum. Annual Leave: 42 days Roster: Pilots based in Cairns can fly around 80-85 hours a month. Pilots will have 2 days off per week and the schedule is from 7am to 2pm; 2 weekends off per month and every 2 weeks you will have doubles finishing at 4pm. Other benefits: Productivity payment of 0.25% of the daily base salary for each day when monthly flight hours exceed 75 hours. Working visa application fees and immigration agent?s fees covered, including for family members. If a successful candidate requires a sponsorship visa, after returning the signed offer, the company will introduce them to their immigration agent to lodge a Temporary Skill Shortage Visa - subclass 482 (in most cases). The documents required initially are the passports of all family members, as well as a police check for every place the candidate has lived for more than 12 months. Additionally, an English test and medical examination must be completed. Their immigration agent will guide the candidate through the process and offer assistance. First two weeks of accommodation provided. Career progression: First officers can be considered for an upgrade after 12-18 months and this is based on performance and company requirements at that time. There is also a possibility for pilots to transition to the A320 fleet, which is set to be acquired end of 2024. Free parking at Cairns Airport. Please kindly note that these figures are currently under review and may change in the near future. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Requirements: All candidates that hold an ICAO/FAA/EASA licences other than a CASA Australia licence will be required to have a valid instrument rating on time of employment with at least 10 months validity and medical from the country of issue of the licence with at least 12 months validity. The new crew member on joining will be required to convert their licence within 6 months of joining the company, and the company will assist you in converting their license and guide you with all regulatory matters. There will be a training bond (24months/ $30000.00 AUD) if you are not type rated on the DHC 8 and a type rating initial endorsement is required.  The following is the selection criteria for the role: CAPTAIN Valid 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 Multi-Engine Instrument Rating  Type Rating (DHC8) preferred but not essential Class 1 Aviation Medical Certificate English Language Proficiency Level 6- this is non-flexible Last flown on a turbo prop aircraft within 12 months - non-flexible. The ability to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) Ideal candidates should come from the Oceania region as first choice due to licence conversion issue. However, we are open to review experienced candidates outside of this region.

PNG Air - Dash 8 Captains

We are hiring Dash 8 Captains for our client, PNG Air, Papua New Guinea's next generation airline and largest domestic operator in the country. These are direct hire and permanent positions. PNG Air has been providing aviation services for over 35 years. The Airline’s safety culture is integrated into all its activities, starting with the motto “Safety First: It’s everyone’s business”. They currently operate a mixed fleet of ATR 72-600 and Dash 8-100 which are well suited to the PNG environment with both fleet's ability to operate into all the major strips in PNG with excellent uplift capability. As the airline are scheduled to phase out their Dash 8 fleet by the end of 2025, Dash 8 pilots will have the possibility to be transferred to ATR 72-600. Benefits Commuting contract Accommodation and ground transportation provided Travel benefits Medical Insurance  Minimum Requirements 3,000+ Total Flight Time 500+ Multi-Engine Time 500+ Part 121 Flight Time 500+ Turbo Time Valid ATPL with valid Dash 8 Classic (Q100/200/300) Type Rating and Multi-Engine Command Instrument Rating Currently flying as Dash 8 PIC, OR last flight must be at least within 18 months Valid ELP 4+ Valid Class 1 Medical OPC done within the last 6-12 months If you meet the minimum requirements, please apply now and don’t forget to send/attach your updated CV/Resume!  

• Papua New Guinea

PNG Air - Dash 8 First Officers

We are hiring Dash 8 First Officers for our client, PNG Air, Papua New Guinea's next generation airline and largest domestic operator in the country. These are direct hire and permanent positions. PNG Air has been providing aviation services for over 35 years. The Airline’s safety culture is integrated into all its activities, starting with the motto “Safety First: It’s everyone’s business”. They currently operate a mixed fleet of ATR 72-600 and Dash 8-100 which are well suited to the PNG environment with both fleet's ability to operate into all the major strips in PNG with excellent uplift capability. As the airline are scheduled to phase out their Dash 8 fleet by the end of 2025, Dash 8 pilots will have the possibility to be transferred to ATR 72-600. Benefits Accommodation and ground transportation provided Travel benefits Medical Insurance  Annual Leave and Sick Leave Minimum Requirements 1,000+ Total Flight Time 100+ Multi-Engine Time Valid CPL/Frozen ATPL with valid Dash 8 Classic (Q100/200/300) Type Rating and Multi-Engine Command Instrument Rating  Currently flying as Dash 8 FO Valid ELP 4+ Valid Class 1 Medical OPC done within the last 6-12 months If you meet the minimum requirements, please apply now and don’t forget to send/attach your updated CV/Resume!

• Papua New Guinea