Aviation and Piloting

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Airport Ground Crew

Airport Ground Crew handle tasks like baggage, tarmac duties, and cleaning. Strong teamwork, safety focus, and flexibility with hours are essential skills.

Avg yearly income $65,208
Skill level Beginner

Flight Attendant

A Flight Attendant ensures passenger comfort and safety during flights by checking tickets, demonstrating procedures, and serving refreshments.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Cabin Crew Supervisor

A Cabin Crew Supervisor manages flight attendants, ensures excellent service, resolves security or passenger issues, and demonstrates strong leadership.

Avg yearly income $106,600
Skill level Advanced

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

An Aircraft Maintenance Engineer repairs and maintains aeronautical systems, ensuring safety, precision, and teamwork, with specialisations in structures, avionics, or mechanics.

Avg yearly income $84,500
Skill level Advanced

Airport Operations Manager

Airport Operations Managers oversee airport activities, security, and maintenance. Strong leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills are essential.

Avg yearly income $109,980
Skill level Advanced

Ground Operations Supervisor

A Ground Operations Supervisor oversees ground crew activities, ensures safety, handles emergencies, resolves issues, and manages multiple tasks efficiently.

Avg yearly income $91,000
Skill level Advanced

Aircraft Surface Finisher

An Aircraft Surface Finisher carries out a range of treatments on the surface of an aircraft. You might spray paint surfaces or apply new printed m...

Avg yearly income $59,800
Skill level Advanced

Survey Pilot

A Survey Pilot flies aircraft for land measurement and aerial photography, ensuring safety and liaising with air traffic control.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

Commercial Pilot

A Commercial Pilot flies aircraft for various purposes, requiring strong aviation skills, calmness under pressure, and clear communication.

Avg yearly income $137,800
Skill level Advanced

Flying Instructor

A Flying Instructor teaches students aviation theory and flying techniques, supervising flights and ensuring safety throughout the process.

Avg yearly income $82,472
Skill level Advanced

IFR Pilot

An IFR Pilot operates aircraft solely by instruments, transporting passengers or freight while ensuring safety and effective communication.

Avg yearly income $130,000
Skill level Advanced

Freight Pilot

A Freight Pilot transports goods via aircraft, ensuring timely delivery, conducting safety checks, filing flight plans, and maintaining communication with air traffic control.

Avg yearly income $114,400
Skill level Advanced

Aerodrome Operations Supervisor

An Aerodrome Operations Supervisor ensures safe and efficient operations at an aerodrome, handles security and maintenance, and communicates with staff.

Avg yearly income $104,000
Skill level Beginner

Air Traffic Controller

An Air Traffic Controller manages aircraft movements in designated airspace, ensuring safety and clear communication during flights and landings.

Avg yearly income $130,000
Skill level Advanced

Multi-Crew Pilot

A Multi-Crew Pilot operates as part of a flight team, handling communication with air traffic control and performing safety checks during flights.

Avg yearly income $111,800
Skill level Advanced

Aviation Manager

An Aviation Manager oversees air transport operations, including safety, security, maintenance, and customer services, while ensuring efficient multitasking and leadership.

Avg yearly income $119,600
Skill level Advanced

Aviation Consultant

An Aviation Consultant advises airlines and airports on operations, safety, and compliance, analysing data to recommend improvements in the industry.

Avg yearly income $88,400
Skill level Advanced

Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

An Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer assists with aeronautical repairs, working under a qualified engineer, focusing on safety, detail, and adaptability.

Avg yearly income $70,200
Skill level Beginner

Flight Dispatcher

A Flight Dispatcher coordinates flight plans and communications between pilots and air traffic control to ensure safe and timely aircraft operations.

Avg yearly income $70,200
Skill level Advanced
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in aviation and piloting

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
SIT50122

Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0 - $14,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Guide Tour Driver Reservations Manager
Travel Agent Cabin Crew Supervisor Senior Travel Consultant
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Guide Tour Driver Reservations Manager Travel Agent Cabin Crew Supervisor Senior Travel Consultant + 3 more
MEM31922

Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
3 - 4 years
$0 - $28,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Blacksmith Boilermaker Welder
TIG Welder Metal Worker Fabricator Brake Press Operator Machinist Welding Instructor Production Technician Motor Trimmer Sheet Metal Worker Boat Builder Shipwright Assistant Shipwright Aircraft Surface Finisher Vehicle Body Builder Maintenance Fitter
+ 15 more
MEA50219

Diploma of Aeroskills (Mechanical)
Blended
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
MEA50118

Diploma of Aeroskills (Avionics)
Blended
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
MEA41322

Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Structures)
Blended
4 years
$20,640
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Aircraft Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Aircraft Engineer
MEA40922

Certificate IV in Aircraft Surface Finishing
Traineeship
4 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Surface Finisher
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Surface Finisher
MEA40718

Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical)
Apprenticeship, Traineeship
12 - 48 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Aircraft Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Aircraft Engineer
MEA40618

Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics)
Blended, Traineeship
48 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Aircraft Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Aircraft Engineer
CPP50121

Diploma of Surveying
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 months
$0 - $26,038
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Land Surveyor Surveyor Assistant Survey Pilot
Engineering Surveyor Planning and Development Surveyor Construction Surveyor Hydrographic Surveyor Geospatial Engineer Underground Service Locator
+ 6 more
AVI50519

Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating)
On Campus
2 - 24 months
$0 - $55,503
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
IFR Pilot Survey Pilot Freight Pilot
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
IFR Pilot Survey Pilot Freight Pilot
AVI50222

Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane)
Blended, On Campus
8 - 24 months
$0 - $90,497
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Survey Pilot Commercial Pilot Freight Pilot
Flying Instructor IFR Pilot Aerodrome Operations Supervisor Air Traffic Controller
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Survey Pilot Commercial Pilot Freight Pilot Flying Instructor IFR Pilot Aerodrome Operations Supervisor Air Traffic Controller + 4 more
AVI30419

Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot)
Blended, On Campus
2 - 12 months
$0 - $7,540
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Drone Operator Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Pilot Survey Pilot
Airport Ground Crew Freight Pilot
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Drone Operator Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Pilot Survey Pilot Airport Ground Crew Freight Pilot + 2 more
AVI30319

Certificate III in Aviation (Ground Operations and Service)
Blended, On Campus
6 - 7 months
$2,071 - $8,060
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Airport Ground Crew Airline Customer Service Agent Ground Operations Supervisor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Airport Ground Crew Airline Customer Service Agent Ground Operations Supervisor
AVI30219

Certificate III in Aviation (Cabin Crew)
Blended, On Campus
6 - 12 months
$0 - $8,210
  • First aid certification, a Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate and other regulatory requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Flight Attendant Airport Ground Crew Cabin Crew Supervisor
  • First aid certification, a Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate and other regulatory requirements.
  • First aid certification, a Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate and other regulatory requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Flight Attendant Airport Ground Crew Cabin Crew Supervisor
AUR30620

Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
1 - 4 years
$0 - $27,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Mechanical Technician Diagnostic Technician
Hydrogen Engineer Manufacturing Technician Mechanical Engineering Technician Mobile Plant Mechanic Apprentice Caravan Mechanic Senior Automotive Mechanic Windscreen Fitter Motor Trimmer Trailer Technician Forklift Mechanic Motorcycle Mechanic TCF Mechanic Engineer Watchkeeper Motorsport Mechanic Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Panel Beater Light Vehicle Mechanic Vehicle Body Builder Tyre Fitter Electric Vehicle Technician
+ 20 more
CPP50619

Diploma of Security Risk Management
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$1,795 - $5,150
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Consultant Security Manager Airport Operations Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Consultant Security Manager Airport Operations Manager
AVI50322

Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Helicopter)
On Campus
8 - 12 months
$96,945 - $109,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Helicopter Pilot Flying Instructor Freight Pilot
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Helicopter Pilot Flying Instructor Freight Pilot
AVI50419

Diploma of Aviation (Flight Instructor)
On Campus
6 months
$47,575
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Flying Instructor IFR Pilot
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Flying Instructor IFR Pilot
AUR32420

Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
3 - 36 months
$0 - $20,103
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Spray Painter Car Detailer Windscreen Fitter
Aircraft Surface Finisher Vehicle Body Builder
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Spray Painter Car Detailer Windscreen Fitter Aircraft Surface Finisher Vehicle Body Builder + 2 more
MEA20418

Certificate II in Aeroskills
Blended
12 months
$7,280
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
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