Seasonal Cessna 210 Pilot | Outback Spirit Tours

Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia’s leading experiential tourism business.

ABOUT US

Outback Spirit Tours offers a range of unique adventure tours and luxury short stays across our beautiful country. Our adventures capture the very essence of Australia, from the rugged red cliffs of the Kimberley to the unspoiled natural wonder of Tasmania, we bring iconic experiences to life. We operate 8 lodges in some of the most remote, inaccessible and beautiful locations. Our team of guides, drivers, camp and operations staff are passionate about the outdoors and take pride in bringing our guests on the adventure of a lifetime.

Australia’s leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 20 brands spanning the country and New Zealand, connecting guests to the land, and to each other.

Headquartered in Adelaide, Journey Beyond formed in 2016 and now comprises tourism brands including: iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; eco-luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Sailaway Port Douglas, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89; the historic Vintage Rail Journeys; The Telegraph Station in Alice Springs; Monarto Safari Resort; Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo, New Zealand coach tour specialist Grand Pacific Tours, and Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Based in Darwin, our Cessna 210 supports a mix of employee transfers and private charter operations across the Northern Territory and Western Australia.

Safety and service excellence are at the heart of everything we do. Our clients expect the highest standards, and so we are seeking a pilot who is not only technically proficient but also passionate about delivering outstanding customer service.

This is a seasonal position commencing in April and concluding approximately in October.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for a motivated and proactive professional with strong attention to detail, sound decision-making skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Minimum Requirements:

• CASA Commercial Pilot Licence (A)
• Minimum 500 hours Total Flight Time
• Minimum 25 hours on C210
• Valid ASIC
• CASA Class 1 Medical
• Current Dangerous Goods Awareness Certificate
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Full working rights in Australia

Desirable qualifications:

• C208/GTE endorsement
• Current IPC with 6+ months validity remaining, or NVFR rating
• Manual driver’s licence
• Previous customer service experience

WHAT WE OFFER

• The opportunity to work within a dynamic and growing tourism business
• Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences
• Study Assistance Policy
• Parental Leave Program
• Purchased Leave Policy
• Career progression opportunities, including transfers and secondments
• Employee Referral Program
• Private health insurance discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise

Applications close 20 March 2026.