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Seaplane Pilot Traineeship 2027 | Horizontal Falls

Location
Broome, Western Australia, Australia
Work mode
On-site
Employment type
Contract

About the job

Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia’s leading experiential tourism business. About Us Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures is proud to be the region’s most awarded, experienced, and longest running tour operator as we offer the widest range of day trips and luxury overnight adventure tours to the spectacular Horizontal Falls and the scenic surrounds. Every year we showcase our beautiful backyard here in the Kimberley… we’re inviting you to come along for the journey. About Journey Beyond Journey Beyond is Australia's leading experiential tourism group, operating 35 brands across Australia and New Zealand that connect guests to the land and to each other. The group was formed in 2016 and now includes:

• Rail & Touring: Iconic trains: The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland and Vintage Rail Journeys, the Murray Princess, Adelaide Sightseeing, premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit and New Zealand coach tour specialist Grand Pacific Tours. • Resorts & Lodges: Ayers Rock Resort, Kakadu Crocodile Hotel, Kingfisher Bay Resort and K'gari Beach Resort, Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef and Monarto Safari Resort. • Experiences & Attractions: Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Sailaway Port Douglas, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises, Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney, Melbourne Skydeck, Eureka 89, Alice Springs Telegraph Station, Exmouth Dive and Whalesharks Ningaloo, Mosman Gorge Cultural Centre, Captain Cook Cruises Sydney & Perth, Starship Sydney, The Jackson, Bells Functions, Swan Valley Tours, Red Cat Adventures, Whitsunday Jetski Tours, K'gari Explorer Tours, and Island Connections: Bruny Island, the Whitsundays, K’gari, Darwin -Mandorah, Tiwi Islands and Groote Eylandt. About the Role As a Horizontal Falls Pilot operating our fleet of Cessna 208 Caravans, everyday is an adventure! Based in Broome, WA, you’ll navigate past red cliffs, vast turquoise waters, and lush mangroves all in a day’s work. Horizontal Falls operations are conducted as single pilot operations. The pilot in command is responsible for the safe operation of the aircraft and passengers onboard, while ensuring that all company procedures, manuals and reasonable instructions are adhered to. Successful candidates will initially be employed on a two-year contract with Horizontal Falls Seaplanes Adventures and will be provided with a floatplane endorsement prior to completing 100 hours ICUS. Training will begin in February 2027 in the Whitsundays before travelling to Broome. Who are we looking for? Enthusiastic, self-motivated individuals/passionate aviators with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who are as eager as we are to ensure that our guests receive the trip of a lifetime. A strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement will be at the core of everything that you do. The ability to assess situations and make sound decisions when flying as a single pilot independently is central to achieving safe and effective flight operations. You will have a high level of personal presentation and attention to detail and be able to work autonomously while also as part of a team environment. Minimum Requirements:

• CASA Part 61 Commercial Pilots License

  • CASA Part 61 Commercial Pilots License
  • CASA Class 1 Medical
  • Current aeroplane flight review (AFR)
  • 1000 hours total flight time
  • 0 hours floatplane time
  • 50 hours C208 (highly desirable)
  • Ability to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
  • Ability to conduct a pre-employment drug and alcohol test
  • Right to work in Australia

• Single-engine aeroplane class rating

  • Single-engine aeroplane class rating
  • Cessna 208 (C208)
  • Retractable undercarriage design feature endorsement
  • Gas turbine design feature endorsement
  • Manual propeller pitch control design feature endorsement

• Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences • Study Assistance Policy • Employee Referral Policy • Parental Leave program • Purchased Leave policy • Private Health discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise • Salary sacrifice remote area benefits If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply now. We look forward to hearing from you. Applications close on 30th October 2026.

From Journey Beyond's careers page (Workable), checked 28 Oct 2026.

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Posted 6 Oct 2026 · checked 28 Oct 2026 · Report this job

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