Single Engine Flight Instructor (IRI)

  • Full-time

Company Description

Are you an experienced Flight Instructor looking for an exciting opportunity with an innovative and dynamic academy?

Skyborne's vision is to be the most respected and trusted commercial pilot training academy in the industry, supplying airlines with the best pilots. Skyborne aims to achieve this by radically redefining every aspect of airline pilot training, from our unique educational approach, to our world-class facilities. We are fully committed to developing a dynamic, engaging and welcoming environment for the next generation of airline pilots to hone their skills.

Skyborne Opportunity 

Permanent and contractor opportunities available.

Based at our Gloucester HQ, you will be working alongside other experienced Flight Instructors and management team to deliver the second phase of our Integrated programme, core flight training, in our single-engine piston DA40 aircraft. Unlike most flight training schools, Skyborne cadet’s flight training will begin after 16 weeks, rather than the usual seven months.

This supports our Progressive Continuous Learning method which focuses on ensuring Cadets are always developing their talents and absorbing new skills from our vastly experienced instructors. Skyborne’s Gloucester base opened in 2019 and has excellent facilities that have been developed to the highest standard, offering the right balance between training and self-motivated learning. We have invested in the most advanced training devices and equipment, including the Diamond DA40 and DA42 fleet.

Job Description

We are looking for exceptional Single Engine Flight Instructors (IRI) to join our highly skilled and professional team in Gloucester. Those with previous airline experience bring a valued perspective to the Skyborne vertically integrated programmes, however this is not a requirement. Instilling airline standards throughout every aspect of the training journey, ensuring we produce the most professional airline pilots.

Responsibilities in the role would include conducting training in accordance with the approved syllabus, and in compliance with the Academy published schedule/programme. You would be expected to comply with all rules and procedures detailed in the Academy Operations Manual and to uphold flight safety in every aspect of training, including monitoring the maintenance condition of the training fleet and reporting any defects to operations. 

Responsibilities to the cadets will include ensuring each cadet is appropriately briefed and debriefed following training, and monitoring every assigned cadet’s progress through their training programme. Any training performance problems should be reported to the Head of Training or designated representative. Skyborne has developed high standards of training and performance and it is the responsibility of the instructor to ensure these standards are promoted and maintained at all times.

Whilst Skyborne will cover revalidation and medical renewal expenses, all FI's need to take personal responsibility for monitoring their own license and rating validity and making sure that their personal log book is up-to-date and accurate. Personal responsibility for retention of a valid Class 1 medical is essential.

Qualifications

 

  1. FI(A) Rating (Unrestricted)
  2. Current IRI (Rating for instruction of IR phase of integrated course)
  3. Current EASA Commercial Pilot License, including current Class 1 medical 
  4. ICAO level 5, preferred ICAO level 6 
  5. Ability to work well in a highly structured environment 
  6. Team oriented 
  7. Result oriented 
  8. Strong written and verbal communication skills 
  9. Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision 
  10. Experience on UK flying training methodology and FNPTII 
  11. Preferred night rating 

Please note: We are not hiring low hour instructors at this time.

Additional Information

In return, we offer a very competitive benefits package which includes:

  • Salary £36,000 Basic
  • Annual bonus scheme takes total earning potential up to £44,250
  •  33 days annual leave (inc. bank holiday days)
  • Pension scheme
  • Loss of license insurance
  • Death in service benefit
  • Health Insurance

If you have the aspiration and enthusiasm to be part of our team please apply.

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