Seaplane Pilot

Posted 27 October 2022 in Fixed Wing, Australia, CPL

Seaplane Pilot

The Business

Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures is the largest and most experienced tourism operator at Horizontal Falls in the Kimberley. Off the back of a bumper season with plans to make each year bigger and better… we’re inviting you to come along for the journey.

The Role


As a Horizontal Falls Pilot operating our fleet of Cessna 208 Caravans, life will be exactly that…an adventure not to be missed! Based in Broome, WA, you’ll navigate past red cliffs, vast turquoise waters, and lush mangroves all in a day’s work. We are seeking pilots to join us for our 2023 season which commences in March.

Who are we looking for?

Enthusiastic, self-motivated individuals with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who are as eager as we are to ensure that our guests receive the trip of a lifetime. A strong commitment to safety will be at the core of everything that you do. You will have the right to work in Australia, the ability to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) and the ability to conduct a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Minimum experience:

  • Part 61 Commercial Pilots License
  • Class 1 medical
  • Current aeroplane flight review (AFR)
  • 1500 hours total flight time
  • 500 hours float time
  • 50 hours C208 (desirable)

Required ratings:

  • Single Engine Class Rating (SEA)
  • Cessna 208 Type Rating (C208)

Required endorsements:

  • Floatplane (FLP)
  • Gas Turbine Engine (GTE)
  • Manual Propeller Pitch Control (MPPC)
  • Retractable Undercarriage (RU)

Flight Instructor Rating, Night VFR Rating and Single Engine Command Instrument Ratings are highly desirable.

An attractive salary is on offer along with the opportunity to work in a dynamic team. We can’t wait to hear from you!

https://apply.workable.com/journey-beyond/j/7D553A3C34/

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