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Training and Checking Pilot - Rotary Wing
Aviation Capability Group; Operations Support Command; Regional Services; Archerfield, Cairns, Townsville
Aviation Capability Group contributes to the Queensland Government’s objectives for the community by backing our frontline services and safeguarding our health. We do this by providing essential, lifesaving and emergency aviation support to partner agencies.
Our employees are highly motivated, self-driven leaders who are committed to delivering safe, timely and responsive frontline aviation services. Our Rotary Wing team has a fleet of five rotary wing aircraft and operates three bases in Brisbane, Cairns and Townsville.
Job details
| Position status | Contract |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Aviation |
| Classification | Var. |
| Workplace Location | Flexible |
| Job ad reference | QLD/575735/24 |
| Closing date | 17-Jul-2024 |
| Job duration | 3 Years |
| Contact person | Darryl Humphreys |
| Contact details | Mobile: 0429 547 561 Access the National Relay Service |
Our team of highly trained personnel includes pilots, air crew officers, rescue crew officers, engineers and aviation operations specialists who provide aeromedical retrievals, search and rescue and law enforcement support.
Aviation Capability Group contributes to the Queensland Government's objectives for the community by backing our frontline services and safeguarding our health. We do this by providing essential, lifesaving and emergency aviation support to partner agencies.
Our employees are highly motivated, self-driven leaders who are committed to delivering safe, timely and responsive frontline aviation services. Multiple full-time 3-year contract positions are available. We are accepting applications from individuals interested in being based in Archerfield, Cairns or Townsville. The final location - Archerfield, Cairns or Townsville will be determined through negotiation with the successful candidate.
Your key accountabilities
The core capability requirements for this role are:
• Facilitate and conduct training and assist in the development of training and checking programs in accordance with the organisational Operations Manual.
• Fly single pilot, instrument flight rules (IFR), multi-engine AW139 helicopters on aeromedical, search and rescue, emergency and counter disaster operations and other Government support tasks.
• Coordinate and conduct project and training development as directed by the Head of Flight Operations / Head of Training & Checking.
• Liaise closely with Senior Flight Crews on all matters pertaining to the efficient operation of the bases.
• Liaise with and conduct Aircrew and Rescue Crew Officer training with the Chief Aircrew Officer.
Mandatory Requirements
Licences & Ratings
- Hold a current Australian Air Transport Pilots Licence (ATPL)
- Flight Instructor Rating (FER) - Multi Engine or previous Military Equivalent
- Low Level Rating
- Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) Rating
- Multi Engine Command Instrument Rating - 5 Renewals
Flight Hours Requirements
- Minimum 2500 hours total time
- Minimum 1500 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) Helicopter
- Minimum 500 hours Night PIC Helicopter
- Minimum 1000 hours Multi-Engine PIC Helicopter
- Minimum 1200 hours Turbine Helicopter
- Minimum 100 hours NVIS Operations
Certifications & Documentation
- Hold or be eligible to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
- Valid Class 1 Aviation Medical
Highly Desirable:
Licences & Ratings
- Flight Examiner Rating (FER)
Type Ratings
- AW139 Type Rating
Certification & Documentation
- Hold a current Australian Passport
Special Conditions
- Prior to appointment, the successful applicant will be required to complete an initial psychological assessment to determine their suitability to perform the inherent occupational requirements of the role.
- In compliance with CASA Drug and Alcohol Management Plan requirements, the preferred applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment testing and participate in the QGAir Drug and Alcohol Management Program.
- The preferred applicant will be required to undertake temporary touring duties at any base operated by the Aviation Capability Group.
- The successful applicant must comply with the organisations Drug and Alcohol Management Plan.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/575735/24
Closing Date: Wednesday, 17th July 2024
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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Two positions available.
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