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Aerial Application Pilot (Air Tractor AT-802) – Griffith

✈️ Join Thomson Airborne as an AT-802 Aerial Application Pilot

Take the controls of an Air Tractor AT-802 and lead precision aerial spray and spread missions across the Riverina. This permanent general aviation role is based in Griffith, delivering safe, efficient agricultural applications for growers—and offers visa sponsorship and type rating training for the right pilot.

  • Employer: Thomson Airborne
  • Location: Griffith, Australia
  • Aircraft: Air Tractor AT-802
  • Operation: Agricultural spray and spread
  • Employment Type: Permanent
  • Visa Sponsorship: Provided (for qualified international candidates)
  • Type Rating: Training provided

🧭 About the role

As an Aerial Application Pilot, you will plan and execute low-level agricultural missions in the AT-802, ensuring accurate product delivery, regulatory compliance, and exemplary airmanship from briefing to shutdown.

🧰 What you’ll do

  • Operate the AT-802 on aerial application missions, including spray and spread operations.
  • Conduct thorough pre-flight and post-flight inspections and performance calculations.
  • Maintain precise application standards and records in line with company SOPs and regulations.
  • Uphold safety, environmental, and aviation compliance at all times.
  • Collaborate with ground crews for efficient loading, turnaround, and mission planning.

🧑‍✈️ What you’ll bring

  • Licence: Valid CPL issued by CASA.
  • Ag Rating: Current Agricultural Rating.
  • Experience: Minimum 2 years in aerial spraying or spreading operations.
  • Medical: Valid Class 1 Medical Certificate.
  • English: ICAO English Level 4 or higher.
  • Safety: AAAA Spraysafe accreditation.
  • Desirable: AT-502 or AT-802 experience.

🌟 What’s on offer

  • Permanent employment with a respected general aviation operator.
  • Type rating training on the AT-802 provided.
  • Visa sponsorship for qualified international candidates.
  • Supportive, safety-first culture with high operational standards.

Note: Type rating training is provided post-hire in line with company policies.

📨 How to apply

Ready to make an impact from the air? Submit your application including a current CV, licence and medical details, CPL and Agricultural Rating evidence, AAAA Spraysafe accreditation, and recent low-level/agricultural flying summaries.

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