• Perth based.
• 28-day roster period
• Most nights at home base

Hello. We’re Virgin Australia Regional Airlines. And we’re back (in a big way).

In light of the our recent announcement that Virgin Australia Regional Airlines will replace the Fokker 100 fleet with new generation Embraer E190-E2 aircraft, we are seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified Training Captains to join the team.

Why join now

Be part of a success story that is getting better day by day. We’re driven by our ambition to be Australia’s most loved regional airline – with on-going strong demand for resource-industry flying, and for services to regional centres, and flying activity that exceeds pre-pandemic levels.

What you’ll be doing

Training Captains will be responsible for carrying out and ground training for Captains and First Officers and will train pilots to reach the standards defined by the Head of Training and Standards. Selected Training Captains will conduct training in an environment of continual improvement and safety awareness in accordance with the policies outlined in the VARA Training and Checking Manual (TCM).

You’ll be great in this role if you have…

• Australian ATPL(A) licence,
• Australian Class 1 Medical,
• Experience as a Captain conducting aircraft training and/or checking activities in a Part 121 Air Transport Operation,
• Type rated on the Embraer E190-E1 or E190-E2,
• Total experience 3500 minimum,
• Command hours 2500 minimum (including 1500 multi-engine),
• High standards of operational performance,
• Highly motivated and ability to work independently and as part of a team,
• Excellent communication skills,
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally.

What you’ll get from us

• Guaranteed one weekend off per roster
• Six weeks of annual leave
• Flexible roster options, including part-time, 60% or 80%
• Long-term career pathways within the Virgin Australian Group

As a Virgin Australia Regional employee, you’ll access our extensive benefits including heavily discounted travel for you and your loved ones on the Virgin Australia network and international airline partners, discounts on insurance, car hire, accommodation, and insurance worldwide.

Apply today

We’re now actively recruiting and processing applications however successful applicants will be required to reside in Perth. Apply today so one of our team can be in touch.