Fixed Wing Pilot

Are you a passionate and experienced pilot looking for an exciting opportunity to escape busy city life and enjoy the amazing benefits of outback employment? Join Queensland Government Air (QGAir) as a Fixed Wing Pilot based in Mount Isa and be a part of our dedicated team providing exceptional aviation services to the Queensland community.

Competitive Renumeration Package to be negotiated with the successful candidate including location incentives.

Considering a move to Mount Isa to join QGAir? Relocation assistance is available, and we encourage applications from qualified candidates eager to relocate and start their new role with us.

The successful candidate will have accommodation in Mount Isa available with significantly subsidised housing costs and will receive a locality allowance and 5 weeks annual leave.

About us:

Queensland Government Air (QGAir) forms part of the QPS, Aviation Capability Group (ACG) and provides government aviation services specialising in both rotary and fixed wing operations in support of the QPS and our partner agencies in regular and emergency response operations across Queensland. Our commitment to safety, efficiency and innovation has established us as a leader in government aviation services.

The Role:

Join our dynamic team of QGAir pilots, where we pride ourselves on delivering safe, timely and responsive frontline aviation services. We have recently expanded our fleet with the introduction of brand-new Beechcraft King Air B360 turboprop aircraft, and we're looking for a skilled pilot based in Mount Isa who is eager to contribute to providing world-class frontline aviation services in community safety.

We are seeking a skilled pilot with a passion for flying to operate our modern fleet of King Air B360s and caravan aircraft. As a member of our flight operations team, you will be responsible for contributing to the safe and efficient operation of our fleet by providing essential, lifesaving and emergency aviation support to our partner agencies.

It has never been a more exciting time to be part of the QGAir team!

Why Fly with Us?

Competitive salary package available.
12.75% superannuation.
Opportunity to fly the latest King Air B360 aircraft.
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Work/life balance.
Career growth and development opportunities available.
Relocation assistance available.
Subsidised accommodation available and 5 weeks annual leave.

What We're Looking For:

Mandatory Requirements:

Hold a current Australian Commercial Pilots Licence (CPL)
Multi Engine Command Instrument Rating
Minimum 3000 hours total time
Minimum 1500 hours Pilot in Command (PIC)
Minimum 300 hours Night PIC
Minimum 400 hours Multi-Engine PIC
Hold or be eligible to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
Current Class 1 Aviation Medical
Hold a current Passport

Highly Desirable Requirements

Hold a current Australian Air Transport Pilots Licence (ATPL)
Minimum 500 hours Turbine PIC
B360 Type Rating
C208 (or similar) Experience

A probation period of 6-months applies to this position.

If you are ready to take your career to new heights with the QPS and QGAir, we want to hear from you. Apply Now!

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/655801/25

Closing Date: Friday, 5th September 2025<space>This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.