Cessna Pilot/ Station Hand | Wave Hill | NT

Job Description

  • We have a permanent, full-time position available for a suitably experienced and qualified Pilot to operate the station’s Cessna 206H Stationair.

  • You will also be required to perform Station Hand duties when not required to operate the aircraft.

Property Type

Cattle Station

Property Description

Wave Hill Station is located 450km South-West of Katherine in the beautiful and iconic Victoria River District of the Northern Territory. The property currently runs around 45,000 head of Brahman cattle across 2.9million acres of well developed, mixed country. The nearby township of Kalkarindji lies just 30 minutes from the station homestead.

Start Date

Hiring Now for 2027 or earlier start if requested.

Working Holiday Visa/ Sponsorship applicants considered:

No

Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities

  • The main responsibilities of the pilot will be to monitor stock and watering points across the span of the property and the movement of people as required. 

  • Aircraft maintenance and presentation
  • Flight Scheduling and other general Station duties as needed

  • PLEASE NOTE: When not flying, the pilot will join the crew in general station duties as a Station Hand required tasks include mustering on horseback/ motorbike, yard work, fencing and other duties as required.

Job Requirements

  • Requirements for the pilot will be a Commercial Pilots License.

  • Minimum 250 hours flying time, experience in flying a Cessna 206H Stationair with Constant Speed Propeller Endorsement and Low-Level Flying Endorsement.

  • Livestock experience preferably on a cattle station or farm.

Job Benefits

  • Single air-conditioned accommodation and meals are provided with a competitive day rate in line with experience.  

  • Telstra mobile coverage is available at the homestead.

  • Well maintained machinery

  • Key positions in the development and maintenance of the property

 
No dogs thank you.

Application Details

Apply today via the Apply Now button below with a cover letter detailing your flying and Station Hand experience, together wth your resume including references as these will be checked.
 
PLEASE NOTE :
  • This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers). Nor do we offer sponsorship for overseas jobseekers.

  • Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.

  • Aircraft displayed for job advert only, not actual aircraft.

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