Deputy Chief Flight Instructor

Company Description We are Skyborne, a leading Aviation Training Company. We are a growth business that has invested in a superb state of the art site and resources to deliver our vision of being the best at what we do. We are instrumental in our trainees’ journey to the flight deck. Our Graduates are employed by the leading airlines in the business, with more big names in the pipeline. We have further plans to expand and increase our output. We set ourselves the highest standards, believe in professionalism and that work should be both satisfying and fun. We consider ourselves a people business and are a motivated bunch who take a pride in giving our trainees the best start to their fantastic careers in aviation. We employ a carefully selected team of professionals and have a training opportunity to join us at an exciting time. Job Description The Deputy Chief Flight Instructor (Gloucester) is responsible to the Chief Flight Instructor, on a daily basis, for the single pilot flight and synthetic flight training conducted at the Gloucester Approved Training Location. Duties include, but are not limited to: Assisting the Chief Flight Instructor with their responsibilities as and when requested by them Attending the internal training meetings Ensuring that their flying qualifications are current Acting as an instructor and/or examiner, when required dependant upon availability Conducting administration and other duties that directly support the role of the CFI Qualifications Hold a current UK CAA and if required EASA CPL or ATPL. Hold a current UK CAA and if required EASA Class 1 medical. Hold a current UK CAA unrestricted Flight Instructor Certificate with CPL, Multi engine and instrument instructional privileges. EASA equivalent either native or FCL.900(c) would be beneficial and may need to be obtained. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, to motivate and encourage staff, to deal effectively with internal and external contacts ranging from executive to administrative levels. Demonstrable record of leadership in a management role. Extensive experience in training as an instructor for professional pilots license. No aircraft accident or aviation violation convictions. Ability to concentrate and work in a fast-paced environment. Additional Information Salary £68,000-£72,000 depending on experience. Full Time – 40 hours, Monday-Friday. We are committed to offering the most competitive benefits package, including: Generous pension scheme. 25 days paid annual leave + 8 bank holidays (based on 5-day working week). Access to state-of-the-art training facilities and resources. Opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team. Private health care. Discounts with corporate partners. This is an opportunity not to be missed. If you want to take your career to heights you never thought possible, then we want to meet you. #J-18808-Ljbffr