E190 Training and Checking Captain - Based in Perth, Australia

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An exciting opportunity with Network Aviation and the Qantas Group to join the Flight Training and Checking team as an E190 Training Captain, Check Captain or Simulator Instructor, shaping safety and training standards as the Embraer E190 enters the fleet. This two-year fixed term is based in Perth with sponsorship and relocation options. Essential requirements include an ERJ170/190 type rating with command, 4000+ hours, prior training or checking on multi-crew jets, ATPL(A), ability to obtain Australian validation or ATPL, current Class 1 medical, instrument rating checks, ICAO English Level 5 (6 preferred), ASIC, and a valid passport. Benefits include travel discounts, rewards and development support, plus 482 visa sponsorship for eligible candidates. To apply, tailor your CV to demonstrate training outcomes and E190 leadership, verify visa and medical prerequisites, and submit by 15 July 2026.

Job Description

• An exciting time to join our team as we introduce the E190 into our fleet
• Play a pivotal role in delivering high quality training and checking
• 2-year Fixed Term opportunities based in Perth, Australia (sponsorship & relocation available)

At Network Aviation, we're incredibly proud of our West Australian heritage. We play an important role in connecting communities and industries, operating over 300 weekly flights to destinations throughout WA and beyond. These flights include Fly-in, Fly-out (FIFO) services for the resources industry, corporate charter, routine or emergency freight, as well as regular airline services on behalf of Qantas.

As we enter one of the most significant growth phases in our history and introduce the Embraer E190 into our fleet, we are now accepting expressions of interest from experienced E190 pilots for a range of Training and Checking roles on our E190 fleet, including Training Captain, Check Captain and Simulator Instructor.

These roles sit within our Flight Training and Checking team and play a key part in shaping our safety culture, supporting our pilot group, and ensuring high standards of training and operational excellence across the fleet.

To be considered, you’ll have:

• ERJ170/190 type rating and Command experience on type
• Minimum 4000 hours total flying experience
• Previous experience in training or checking on multi-crew transport category jet aircraft
• ATPL (A) licence issued by the NAA of an ICAO Contacting State
• Ability to obtain Australian Certificate of Validation and/or Australian ATPL (A) licence
• Hold a current aviation medical certificate of the relevant Class and/or meet the requirements for an Australian Class 1 aviation medical certificate
• Current instrument rating proficiency check
• ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 5 (Level 6 preferred)
• The ability to pass a Qantas pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol test
• The ability to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
• A current passport with unrestricted access to all Qantas ports of call with at least 12 months validity

Why the Qantas Group?    
You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.

There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at the Qantas Group. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.     

The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.    

• We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.   
• We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.   
• We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether it’s learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.  

The Qantas Group is an equal opportunity employer, so by coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply.

Sponsorship and relocation packages can be provided for eligible candidates and immediate family members – opportunity to gain a Skills-In-Demand Visa (subclass 482) for a period of up to 3 years.

If you're ready to step into a culture that will challenge and excite you, submit an application and let's explore how we can go places together.

Applications close: Wednesday 15th July 2026 (subject to early review and closure)