ME & IR Flight Instructor

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 our aerial survey operations, offering exciting variety beyond standard flight instruction.

AFTA operate a large, well maintained, fleet of Cessna 172, Diamond DA42 / DA40, 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 KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES / QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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

This role is rostered over 7 days of the week and throughout holidays as the roster runs 364 days of the year and varies according to the season.