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Head of Flight Operations and Chief PilotFull-timeBusiness Function: Pilots & Flying OperationsParent Business Function: Pilots & Flying OperationsTime Type: Full timeWorker Sub-Type: PermanentEntity: Network Aviation Pty LtdBuilding on more than 100 years of history and experience, QantasLink is a consolidated network of regional airlines that connects passengers and communities across Australia. QantasLink is made up of four subsidiary organisations Eastern Airlines, Sunstate Airlines, National Jet Systems and Network Aviation. Operating as an end-to-end airline, QantasLink harnesses the strength of its regional partnerships and a strong sense of family, to provide meaningful career paths for its more than 2,500 people with opportunities that might take you to exciting destinations across QantasLink or the Qantas Group.Challenge yourself in this exciting Flight Operations Leadership opportunityBring your passion for leading others to our dynamic and growing businessFull time position based in PerthYour new role as Head of Flight Operations & Chief Pilot will see you have overall responsibility for Network Aviation flight crew, ensuring the safe and effective operation of our two jet fleets (F100 and A320/319) and operational readiness for growth opportunities.This is a flying role, and you will be responsible for flight crew and EA management, oversight of Flight Training and all operational matters affecting the safety of flying operations, ensuring that Network Aviation complies with requirements outlined in CAO 82.5. With your safety focused mindset and passion for people leadership, you will also identify opportunities to achieve strategic objectives and drive continuous improvement.As a member of the Network Executive Team, you will play a broader leadership role within the business and have the freedom to act on behalf of the Network Aviation COO to ensure the safety and integrity of all Flying Operations functions.Youll have:Ability to hold Chief Pilot CASA approvalAn existing type rating and valid medical certificateExtensive flight experience and knowledge of flying operations, previously working in senior management positionsWell versed in the regulations, industry awards and contracts and company requirements that affect fleet operations, training, licensing, and standard operating proceduresOperational expertise of company aircraft and equipment currently operatedStrategic thinker with the ability to understand the big pictureExemplary decision-making skills, with the ability to assimilate complex information quickly, weighing up alternatives and making sound, timely decisionsAbility to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives with a proven record of successfully managing changeDemonstrated experience in effective people leadership, including performance management, coaching, mentoring and developmentHighly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of stakeholdersApplications close Tuesday 25 February 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr