Ad-Hoc GR III Fixed Wing Instructor

About the role

Starlite Aviation Training Academy is seeking a dedicated Ad-Hoc GR III Fixed Wing Instructor to join its Durban training team. You will be responsible for delivering high‑quality flight and ground instruction while ensuring compliance with all regulatory and company standards.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct flight and ground instruction in accordance with the Training Programme Manual (TPM).
• Maintain a professional image and provide courteous, disciplined interaction with students.
• Ensure compliance with SACAA policies, flight‑time currency, and TPM requirements.
• Handle aircraft and training aids with care; keep instruction manuals, handbooks and bulletins up to date.
• Identify and report safety hazards, incidents and accidents to the Safety Representative, Chief Instructor and CFI.
• Monitor student performance and communicate any non‑performance to the Chief Flight Instructor.
• Update flight‑on‑duty spreadsheets, instruction times and instructor files regularly.
• Oversee pre‑flight checks, refuelling and completion of technical logs.
• Stay current with aviation regulations, CATS, CARs, AICs, AIPs and NOTAMs.

Required profile

• Holder of a Commercial Pilot Licence (Aeroplane) with a GR III Instructor Rating.
• Valid Instrument and Night Rating.
• Preferable Sling Instructor Rating.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and strong compliance orientation.
• Excellent communication, planning and organisational skills.

Required skills

• CPL (Aeroplane) with GR III Instructor Rating
• Instrument Rating
• Night Rating
• Sling Instructor Rating (preferred)
• Knowledge of aviation law, CATS, CARs, AICs, AIPs and NOTAMs