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.
An “authorized instructor” means a person who – (a) holds a valid and current ground or flight instructor rating issued by the CAA for conducting ground training or flight training; or (b) is authorized by the Authority to provide ground training, flight training, or other training under the CAR’s.
Job Summary
- Type: full-time
- Location: Gaborone
- Category: Aviation Training
- Closing Date: 2026-07-07
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain and demonstrate high standards of knowledge and adherence to applicable BCAR’s and the policies and procedures contained in the company flight operations manuals.
- Develop, maintain and demonstrate high standards of knowledge of the APM, Company SOPs, aircraft systems and technical information.
- Act as an appropriate role model to ensure compliance with the company safety and proficiency practices.
- Ensure the safe and proper conduct and completion of each training flight.
- Ensure that all flight training is carried out in accordance with the flight training procedures contained in OMD.
- Ensure that all flight training is carried out in accordance with the flight training methods, policies and procedures that are relevant.
- Oversee and ensure the correct completion of all pre-flight paperwork by the trainee pilot prior to a training flight or series of flights.
- Oversee the aircraft pre-flight inspection carried out by the trainee pilot and confirm as far as practicable that the aircraft is in fact airworthy for the intended flight or series of flights.
- Ensure full disclosure on training records and ensure that flight training records are an accurate and detailed representation of the flight training that occurred.
- Ensure active participation in, and promotion of, the companies Safety Management System.
Requirements
- a. Valid CPL Class 1 medical and applicable type rating
- b. An active line pilot, employed by the company.
- c. Valid CAA flight instructor rating (or is approved by the CAA to provide flight and ground instruction).
- d. 120hrs total flying experience, and
- Minimum 200hrs PIC on a C208B (If pilot holds an instructors rating).
- e. Satisfactorily completed the appropriate proficiency, competency and recency of experience checks that are required to serve as a PIC and Instructor.
- f. Approved and authorized in writing by the CAA for Authorised Instructor duties.
- Customer service skills
- Must have leadership skills
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Interpersonal skills
- Listening Skills
- Problem solving
- Communication Skills
- Integrity
- Assertiveness
- Networking Skills
- Only candidates who meet the above requirements need to apply following the below Link: https://wilderness.simplify.hr/vacancy/q4zcfp
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