*Cadetship for Aspiring Pilots*-Victoria

Microflite is offering an enthusiastic aspiring helicopter pilot an opportunity to commence their career in aviation with a 4-year cadetship programme. Our cadet will develop valuable aviation industry experience while being supported and subsidised in their study for a CPL(H).

The successful candidate will be enrolled to study and complete their training to become a Commercial Helicopter Pilot through Microflite’s affiliate, Melbourne Heli (based at Essendon Airport), with 50% of the total cost of obtaining a 105-hour CPL(H) subsidised by Microflite.

For the full 4-year duration of the cadetship, the cadet will work full-time in a ground crew role, supporting the day-to-day operations of Microflite. Relevant training and qualifications will be provided.

The duties of the cadet will include but are not limited to:

• General hangar and warehouse organisation and cleanliness

• Daily assistance to staff, including operations, flight, and engineering teams

• Ongoing organisation, and maintenance of aircraft kits and role equipment

• Refuelling operations throughout Victoria, driving trucks and vehicles with trailers

• Aircraft and ground vehicle cleaning and resupply

• Ground support including passenger management

• Road transport of goods, equipment, and personnel

The successful cadet will be awarded a contract that includes the following terms:

• 4-year fixed term contract of employment with Microflite as a cadet

• Helicopter training CPL(H) will be completed from Year 2 onwards.

Year 1 – No CPL(H) training

Year 2 – CPL(H) theory (completed between April and October)

Year 3 – Flight Training (completed between April and October)

Year 4 – Flight Training, CPL(H) flight examination (completed between April and October).

• Salary equivalent to minimum wage for an adult

• Travel allowance when away from your designated base overnight

• 50% of the costs associated with attaining a 105-hour CPL(H) to be covered by Microflite

Candidate requirements:

• Australian citizenship or permanent residency

• High standard of English language proficiency

• Must have held an Australian Car Drivers license for more than 24 months

• Willingness to travel, including extended periods away from home

• Enthusiasm, positive attitude, and a genuine desire to progress a career in the helicopter industry

• Have completed year 12 or equivalent

• Can obtain a Class 1 Aviation medical, Police Check and a Working with Children check

• Commitment to the full 4-year term of the cadetship

Our successful cadet will commence a 4-year term of employment with us in the 4th quarter of 2022.

CADETSHIP REGISTRATION

Thank you for your interest in the four-year Helicopter Pilot Cadetship offered by Microflite.

Our cadet will be immersed in our teams and gain invaluable real world experience of a busy and dynamic aviation company. You will learn first-hand about our diverse operations including firefighting, search and rescue, advanced helicopter training, high-end charter and helicopter engineering.

To register your interest please complete the following questions.

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Friday September 16th 2022.

Helicopter Pilot Cadetship

Thank you for your interest in the four-year Helicopter Pilot Cadetship offered by Microflite. Microflite is offering an enthusiastic aspiring helicopter pilot an opportunity to commence their career in aviation with a 4-year cadetship programme. Our cadet will develop valuable aviation industry experience while being supported and subsidised in their study for a CPL(H). The successful candidate will be enrolled to study and complete their training to become a Commercial Helicopter Pilot through Microflite’s affiliate, Melbourne Heli (based at Essendon Airport), with 50% of the total cost of obtaining a 105-hour CPL(H) subsidised by Microflite. For the full 4-year duration of the cadetship, the cadet will work full-time in a ground crew role, supporting the day-to-day operations of Microflite. Relevant training and qualifications will be provided. To register your interest please complete the following questions by Monday September 12th. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted with further information.

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Helicopter Pilot Cadetship - Microflite