Sky Careers Podcast

In this episode of the Sky Careers podcast, Mark Hodgson interviews Amber Moran, a newly qualified rescue crew officer with Offshore Services Australasia. Amber shares her journey from growing up on the northern beaches of Sydney to her current role in aviation. She discusses her education, early jobs, and the pivotal moments that led her to pursue a career in aviation. Amber details the rigorous...

In this episode of the Sky Careers podcast, host Mark Hodgson speaks with Danielle Stevens, the head of aircraft airworthiness and maintenance control at McDermott Aviation. Danielle shares her journey from a small-town girl in Cairns to a pivotal role in a major aviation company. She discusses her early education, her experiences at Qantas, and her transition to McDermott Aviation. Danielle empha...

In this episode of the Sky Careers podcast, host Mark Hodgson speaks with Nicole Powell, the RTO compliance and development manager at Leidos. Nicole shares her journey into aviation, starting from her education to her military background and her current role in search and rescue operations. She discusses her recent recognition as the Female Aviation Leader of the Year and the impact of this award...

In this episode of the Sky Careers podcast, Mark Hodgson interviews his brother Carl Hodgson , a seasoned pilot with a rich background in both military and civilian aviation . Carl shares his journey from early education and interest in aviation to his time in the Royal Air Force, where he honed his flying skills. He discusses the transition to civilian aviation with Virgin Atlantic, detailing the...

In this episode of the Sky Careers podcast, Mark Hodgson interviews his brother Carl Hodgson , a seasoned pilot with a rich background in both military and civilian aviation . Carl shares his journey from early education and interest in aviation to his time in the Royal Air Force, where he honed his flying skills. He discusses the transition to civilian aviation with Virgin Atlantic, detailing the...

In this conversation, Mark Hodgson interviews Stephanie Di Fava, an Airport Coordination Officer at Adelaide Airport. They discuss Steph's journey into aviation, her current role, the skills required for success, and the dynamics of working in a traditionally male-dominated industry. Steph shares her experiences, challenges, and offers advice for aspiring professionals in aviation, emphasizing the...

In this episode of the Sky Careers podcast, Ian Guy shares his extensive experience in airport development, discussing his journey from civil engineering to running his own consultancy. He emphasizes the importance of teamwork, the evolving technology in airports, and the skills needed for a successful career in aviation. Ian also provides valuable advice for aspiring professionals looking to ente...

In this episode, Mark Hodgson interviews Jenna and Daniel Bolton, an aviation couple working for Paspaley Aviation in Australia. They share their unique journeys into aviation, the challenges they face in a male-dominated industry, and their experiences operating the Grumman Mallard seaplane. The couple discusses their roles, the importance of teamwork, and their memorable moments in aviation, whi...

In this episode of the Sky Careers podcast, Mark Hodgson interviews Jennifer Williams, the Chief Operating Officer of SkySight and Stratoship. Jennifer shares her unique journey into the aviation industry, discussing her early education, the impact of COVID-19 on her career path, and her current role in developing innovative stratoships. The conversation explores the applications of stratoships in...

In this episode, Mark Hodgson interviews Victoria McFarlane, a captain on the Airbus A319 and human factors non-technical skills manager. Victoria shares her journey to becoming a pilot, the importance of resilience in the aviation industry, and her experiences flying to Antarctica. She discusses the evolution of pilot training, the significance of teamwork, and memorable moments from her career,...