Chief Flight Instructor

Job Description 

VACANCY: Chief Flight Instructor (FW)

REPORTING TO: Deputy Head of Training

LOCATION: Durban

Starlite Aviation Training Academy (Pty) Ltd has a requirement for a safety-conscious, technically proficient, and highly reliable professional to fill the position of a Chief Flight Instructor (FW). The role will be based in Durban, South Africa.

You will be responsible for the delivery of the SACAA approved and International flying training programmes at Starlite Aviation. You are responsible for the integration of all flying, simulator, and ground theory training and for trainee and instructor training delivery. You are responsible for representing Starlite Aviation Training Academy to the flying training industry when required, and for ensuring that Flight Safety and all ground and air activities are conducted to the best practice and relevant regulations; whilst delivering training excellence and oversight.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure standardised techniques and discipline among the flight personnel, and that training is carried out as per the TPM.
• Perform competency checks of all instructors and monitor and develop them within the company.
• Maintain complete oversight of all Grade II and Grade III Instructors, including their theoretical lecturing.
• Check and monitor that all administrative tasks relating to Instructors' training files, documentation, reports, debriefs are kept up to date and current.
• Ensure the thorough and comprehensive induction and orientation of new flight training staff.
• Ensure the thorough and comprehensive induction and orientation of new students.
• Perform student dual checks as specified in the TPM.
• Discuss month end reports with contract sponsors and have monthly check-ins with civilian and contract students.
• Maintain a professional image when dealing with clients and external service providers.
• Finalise any contract required reports.
• Ensure all standard requirements, systems, aircraft equipment and processes are in place to pass a CAA audit.
• Ensure that all operational irregularities (incident and accident reports) are thoroughly investigated and acted in conjunction with the Head of Training and Quality and Safety Manager.
• Oversight of the daily and monthly flight program to ensure maximum and efficient utilization of aircraft and Instructors ensuring student progression.
• Manage and promote the Company's non-punitive just safety culture.
• Perform all duties relating to flying and ground instruction in accordance with the TPM.
• Comply with all Company and SACAA policies and procedures with specific reference to Flight and Duty, License currencies (Incl. CRM/DG) and TPM.
• Remain current with regards to red tags, all aspects of aviation law, CATS & CAR's, AICs, AIPs and Notams.

CRITICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• 3 years Training Management (CFI) Experience.
• Military Flying Training Experience.
• Human Factors Instructor.
• Flight Safety Officer.
• SMS Experience.
• Experience in Course Design.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

The following is essential for this position:

• Grade 12.
• SACAA CPL (FW) License, Grade II Instructor rating.
• Minimum of 1000 hours instruction.
• CFI experience.
• Must have CPL, ATPL.
• Multi-engine Rating.
• Excellent written and oral ICAO ELP.
• In depth understanding of all relevant SA CAA Manuals and Regulations.
• Willing to conduct domestic travel as required by the company.

The above position will be filled in accordance with the Recruitment and Selection Policy to achieve the Groups Objectives and Goals. Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Applicants must submit their CV by Thursday, 04 June 2026

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