Head of Flying Operations (Chief Pilot) - Australia

Head of Flying Operations (Chief Pilot) - Australia

• West Perth
• Flight Operations
• Permanent Full Time

The company

PHI is a global leader in helicopter services. In the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, PHI takes on some of the most challenging assignments in aviation to deliver high quality helicopter support for energy customers and search and rescue authorities.

We are one of the safest helicopter operators anywhere in the world, as every flight we take is guided by our core values of Safe, Efficient, Quality, Service.

About the role

Are you a safety driven aviation professional with a focus for operational excellence, honesty, integrity and leadership? PHI is seeking a dynamic and safety-focused individual to join our team as Head of Flying Operations (Chief Pilot) – Australia. 

This is a unique leadership role that combines strategic management with operational flying. You’ll help lead flight standards, drive compliance, and influence best practices across our Australian operations, all while maintaining flying currency and staying up to date on all CASA regulations.

Responsibilities of the role include:

• Maintain regulatory compliance within PHI International Australia.
• Hold CASA Part 119 Head of Flying Operations Key personnel position.
• Foster strong working relationships with CASA. 
• Manage all flight operations conducted under the Australian AOC. 
• Support strategic development of best practices in flight operations. 
• Maintenance of the operations suite of manuals.
• Ensuring that crew scheduling complies with fatigue management and flight and duty time regulations, and that crew members are kept informed of changes to regulations and standards.
• Liaise with Head of Training and Checking to ensure mandated training and checking is completed.
• Ensuring occurrence reporting and safety culture continues to improve effective corrective and preventative strategies developed by the company.
• Administer Web Manuals and ensure documentation accuracy.

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• CASA ATPL(H) with Instrument Rating.
• Proven history of aviation management.
• Strong experience in Offshore Pilot Transfer operations.
• Type rating on one or more of the following preferred: H175, AW189, S92. 
• Extensive knowledge of CASA regulatory environment.
• Excellent writing skills.

About you:

• Collaborative and solutions-focused, with a continuous improvement mindset. 
• Embraces change and adapts to new technologies and processes. 
• Communicates clearly and respectfully across all levels. 
• Sets measurable performance standards and leads by example. 
• Balances strategic priorities with operational demands. 
• Strong administrative and organisational skills. 

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base salary aligned with your management and flying experience.
• Ongoing professional development, mentoring, and career growth opportunities. 
• A values-led culture where safety is always the top priority. 
• Salary sacrifice options including novated leasing and superannuation. 
• A supportive and professional work environment with a diverse team. 
  

Ready to take the next step in your aviation leadership career?

Apply now via the PHI Career Centre and complete your application. 

By joining our team, you will work in a rewarding and professional environment, with a diverse team of people sharing ideas and experiences. 

PHI Aviation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply. We respectfully request no agency submissions. 

Applications close 04 December 2025. PHI reserves the right to commence shortlisting and remove the job advertisement prior to this date.