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Wilderness Air Botswana is part of a multi-national operation that operates a fleet of Cessna Grand Caravans, chosen for their ability to transport visitors to remote wilderness destinations. Wilderness Air is proud to be the air partner of Wilderness Safaris, a responsible ecotourism and conservation company with private access to the finest wilderness and wildlife areas of southern Africa. Wilderness Air is privileged to fly into some of the most pristine wilderness areas in and around Botswana. We believe that flying is an integral part of each guest’s travel experience and that our pilots’ passion and professionalism can make a genuine contribution to journeys that change lives. Wilderness Air therefore sees the benefits to safety and proficiency in establishing its very own training facility, complete with a type rated C208 simulator.

We are looking for dynamic, dedicated and energy packed suitable individuals with a passion and proven experience in the aviation field. We wish to invite suitably qualified candidates to apply for the below positions.

Reporting directly to the Flight Operations Manager to whom contractual authority has been granted to ensure that all activities undertaken by Wilderness Air Botswana are carried out in accordance with the Flight Operations Manual in terms of the applicable requirements prescribed by the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana and the Wilderness Air, Air Service licences.

Job Summary

  • Type: full-time
  • Location: Gaborone
  • Category: Flight Operations
  • Closing Date: 2026-07-07

Key Responsibilities

  • Full and effective control of Wilderness Air Botswana Pilots which includes but not limited to, the safe, efficient, legal and correct conduct of pilots.
  • Oversee all operational planning and briefing, as well as all related duties and functions of the aircrew whilst on flight duty in liaison with the Flight Operations Manager.
  • Building relationships with crew through interaction and dissemination of information.
  • Overall supervision of the aircrew in their allocated duties other than flight duty.
  • Maintain and update the Wilderness Air Flight Operations Manual, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), the AIC’s, the AIP’s, NOTAM’s, relevant aviation legislation and the approved flight planning program in liaison with the Flight Operations Manager.
  • Setting and updating the minimum standards of flight crew.
  • Set up, monitoring and implementation of the checking department in order to measure the standards of flight crew.
  • Identifying replacement crew and initiating the recruitment procedures.

Requirements

  • Must hold a Commercial Pilots License as a minimum.
  • Must have C208 rating.
  • Minimum of 1500 total flying hours.
  • 5 years working experience in the aviation industry.
  • Previous experience as a Flight Instructor.
  • Exceptional knowledge of Civil Aviation Regulations.
  • Experience in tourist charter type operations is an added advantage.
  • Good command of English, both written and verbal.
  • Leadership ability.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Team worker with the ability to interface with a variety of departments.
  • Computer Literacy
  • Candidates will have preference with:
  • Acceptable Management Diploma/certificate.
  • Experience in multi-national and multi-cultural diversity.
  • Willingness to serve an active role in tourist and aviation associations with a view to constantly improving the respective industries in spare time.
  • Only candidates who meet the above requirements need to apply following the below Link: https://wilderness.simplify.hr/vacancy/quqdyb

How to Apply

Applications for each specific role are to be submitted via the unique links provided under each job title’s “Qualifications/Requirements” section.

CLOSING DATE: 07 July 2026

General Application Notes:
* Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications and to the salary scale of Wilderness Air, Botswana.
* Only candidates who meet the above requirements need to apply enclosing a current curriculum vitae and certified copies of certificates.
* PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE COMMUNICATED WITH.

About the Company

Wilderness Air Botswana operates as a specialized air charter service, facilitating private safari flights across Botswana. With strategic hubs located in Maun and Kasane, the company provides essential aerial links for visitors accessing luxury safari camps. Its primary function is to connect travelers efficiently to diverse destinations, including the globally recognized Okavango Delta. Wilderness Air Botswana plays a vital role in ensuring seamless and timely travel for guests utilizing the broader Wilderness Family network of lodges. This service grants convenient access to some of Botswana's most remote and pristine wilderness areas.

Connecting Botswana's iconic wilderness destinations by private air charter.

Website: https://www.wildernessdestinations.com/about/the-wilderness-family/wilderness-air

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