Hello. We’re Virgin Australia. We’re the airline that’s always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. We’re on a mission to make flying better than ‘nice’. And to do that, it takes a team of talented people who are passionate about customer experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on safety – in the air, on the ground and in our workplaces. A team who values real diversity and inclusion, in a big brand with big ambitions.

About Virgin Australia Regional Airlines (VARA)

VARA operates out of Perth Airport and has a fleet of F100 and A320 aircraft that predominantly conduct charter operations throughout regional Western Australia. VARA has a growth strategy and has a strong focus on supporting our major clients in the resources industry - the future is exciting!

What you’ll be doing:

This role will lead the Training and Standards organisation in a dynamic environment. Reporting directly to the Head of Flight Operations, the primary responsibility will be to lead the transformation efforts, working towards the development of strategies and systems aimed at enhancing safety and efficiency outcomes for both regional and resources flying operations. Our aim is to ensure compliance with CASA’s legislative requirements for Check and Training Systems while also striving to position the division as a leader in it’s field.

You’ll be great in this role if you:

• Have a proven track record of effective leadership in Flight Operations & Flight Training.
• Have appropriate qualifications in flying and training operations to hold the position of Head of Training and Checking as required by CASA legislation.
• Come with organisational change management experience
• Have knowledge of appropriate regulatory frameworks including both Australian and applicable/comparable legislation under the FAA or EASA
• Have excellent communication and facilitation skills
• Have excellent teamwork skills as part of the Flight Operations Leadership Team.

The successful applicant will be required to be approved by CASA prior to commencing in the role.

What you’ll get from us

We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):

• Heavily discounted air travel for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year)
• Discounts on travel insurance, car hire, accommodation and experiences worldwide
• Discounted Virgin Australia Lounge membership
• Hospitality, retail, technology, beauty services and wellness discounts
• Wellness support, including the betterme digital wellbeing platform
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, which offers confidential coaching and support from qualified professionals for all aspects of life – physical, mental, social and financial
• Dress for Your Day – enjoy the freedom to wear whatever is appropriate for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you

Equality rules

We’re all individuals. We love that. That’s why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to join our family.

Ready to apply? We’re ready to hear from you. Apply now.