About the Role
Horizon Airways is seeking a skilled Commercial Pilot to operate Cessna 206 aircraft for air transport operations from their Horn Island base in the Torres Strait Islands, Australia. This full-time position involves day Visual Flight Rules (VFR) operations and requires independent decision-making. The role may involve travel to satellite bases across regional Queensland.
Requirements
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Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
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Minimum 250 hours total flight time (excluding simulator/FSTD hours)
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Experience with analogue flight instrumentation
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Ability to work remotely and unsupervised in adherence to standard operating procedures
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Manual driver's license
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Day VFR operations capability
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Willingness to travel to satellite bases including Cloncurry, Innisfail/Cairns, and Mackay
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Full-time employment with company housing provided
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Anticipated start date in October 2026
Desirable Qualifications
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400+ total flight hours
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100+ multi-engine hours
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Garmin G1000 avionics experience
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Experience on aircraft including Cessna 172, Cessna 206, Piper PA31 Navajo, Piper PA34 Seneca, or Tecnam P2012
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Flight instructor rating (Grade 1-3, DFE, NVFR, MEA, or IR endorsements)
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Night VFR Rating
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Multi-Engine Instrument Rating
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Remote area experience
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Schedule 8 maintenance capability