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First Officer – Multi‑Engine Fleet (Cairns)

✈️ First Officer – Multi‑Engine Fleet

Join Hinterland Aviation in a professional, safety-first environment where service excellence and disciplined airmanship come standard. We are seeking skilled First Officers to operate across a diverse multi‑engine fleet from our Cairns base.

  • Location: Cairns, Australia
  • Operator: Hinterland Aviation
  • Fleet: Various multi‑engine aircraft
  • Licences: Australian CPL or ATPL; CASA Class 1 Medical; Command Multi‑Engine Instrument Rating
  • Minimum Experience: 1200 hours total; 150 hours planned IFR; 50 hours night
  • Eligibility: Australian citizen or permanent resident

🧭 What you’ll do

  • Operate multi‑engine aircraft under IFR and VFR in accordance with company SOPs and CASA regulations.
  • Deliver safe, on‑time and customer‑focused regional services from the Cairns base.
  • Conduct thorough flight planning, fuel and performance calculations, and weather assessments.
  • Execute checklists, briefings and threat/error management with disciplined crew resource management.
  • Support the Captain in all phases of flight and step up with initiative when delegated duties arise.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, logs and regulatory compliance at all times.

🧰 What you bring

  • Australian CPL or ATPL.
  • Command Multi‑Engine Instrument Rating.
  • CASA Class 1 Medical Certificate.
  • Minimum 1200 hours total time, including 150 hours planned IFR and 50 hours night.
  • Strong situational awareness, professionalism, and commitment to safety and service.
  • Australian citizenship or permanent residency.

🌟 Why join Hinterland Aviation

  • A professional, supportive team culture grounded in safety and high standards.
  • Diverse multi‑engine flying that sharpens IFR proficiency and broadened operational experience.
  • Opportunity to contribute to essential regional and community air services across Northern Australia.

📨 How to apply

Ready to take the next step? Submit your application including:

  • Current resume with total time and breakdown (multi‑engine, IFR planned, night).
  • Copies of Australian CPL or ATPL, Command MEIR, and CASA Class 1 Medical.
  • Evidence of Australian citizenship or permanent residency.
  • Brief cover letter outlining your recent flying and availability.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with next steps.

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