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ME CPL & ME IR Flight Instructor – Unrestricted EASA licence

Description

Atlantic Flight Training Academy (AFTA), Cork, Ireland are recruiting for EASA licenced (unrestricted), full-time multi-engine CRI/IRI flight instructors. The role also includes opportunities to support aerial survey operations, offering variety beyond standard flight instruction.

AFTA operate a large fleet of Cessna 172, Diamond DA42, Vulcanair P68 & Slingsby aircraft training domestic and international cadets for some of the world’s largest airlines and using the Vulcanair P68 aircraft to support our aerial survey division.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Flight, flight simulation and ground tuition – delivering instruction to students and completing the associated paperwork and record keeping.
  • Support aerial survey operations as required, including ferry flights, positioning, and survey-specific procedures.
  • Monitoring student progress, carrying out student reviews, providing constructive feedback, making sure flying standards are adhered to and being available if an issue arises.
  • Ensuring that training is conducted in accordance with the approved syllabi.
  • Maintaining a proactive approach to Health & Safety and acting upon any safety information or instructions in relation to flight operations and regulations as advised by the IAA and AFTA Head of Training.
  • Ensuring that student welfare and discipline is monitored at all times.
  • Having a cheerful, authoritative, skilful manner and leading by example in both dress and behaviour
  • Maintaining full and accountable records for AFTA management.
  • Ensuring that all company policies, procedures and manuals and statutory regulations are being adhered to.

 

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

  • EASA licence with a minimum of CPL/MEIR FI (A) IRI & CRI is essential. Must have privileges to teach MEP CPL & MEP IR.
  • Minimum number of instructor hours = 500 or more
  • Minimum of ICAO English level 5 or 6 required
  • Current EASA Medical Certificate
  • EU/EEA/UK citizen or valid permit to live and work in Ireland without restriction.
  • Knowledge of Aeronautical Legislation, rules (EASA Operations etc.).
  • Knowledge of EASA PART-ORA, ATO Manuals, ATPL theory subjects and practice is required along with knowledge of aircraft and the aviation industry.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Flight training management experience is highly desirable
  • Other Desirable ratings; Flight Instructor Instructor (FII), Flight Examiner (FE) dual EASA/CAA licence, UPRT Instructor

 

PERSONAL PROFILE:

  • Strong problem-solving skills and works well under pressure
  • Flexible approach with a student / customer-oriented outlook
  • Ability to get on with and inspire young pilots, giving recognition for good work.
  • Strong Communications skills with a natural ability to actively listen as well as speak and demonstrate clearly
  • Highly organised and disciplined with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Self-starter with efficient work methods required with analytical & problem solving skills a distinct advantage
  • Can-do attitude

Applications must be emailed to [email protected] and must include a CV, Passport, plus a copy of your EASA Licence & EASA Medical.

 

  • Accepted file types: pdf, doc, Max. file size: 16 MB.
  • Accepted file types: pdf, doc, Max. file size: 16 MB.
  • Accepted file types: pdf, doc, Max. file size: 16 MB.
  • Accepted file types: pdf, doc, Max. file size: 16 MB.