We are seeking an experienced Senior Base Pilot to join our rotary wing team in Cairns and contribute to making a real difference in the community.

Job details

In this role, you will lead and manage a team of line pilots, ensuring that aircraft, crews, and equipment are maintained at a high level of readiness. You will operate single pilot, twin-engine helicopters across a range of missions, including aeromedical services, search and rescue and emergency and disaster response. Additionally, you will oversee flight conduct, safety, and standardisation, while managing base currencies, rostering, and training requirements.

APPLY NOW!! Join Queensland Government Air (QGAir) and take advantage of 12.75% superannuation and Salary Sacrifice up to $17,000 reportable fringe benefit amount for QGAir Rotary Wing Employees.

COMPETITIVE RENUMERATION PACKAGE to be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Considering a move to Cairns to join QGAir? Relocation assistance is available, and we encourage applications from qualified candidates eager to relocate and start their new role with us.

About About us:

Queensland Government Air forms part of the Queensland Police Service (QPS),Aviation Capability Group (ACG) and provides government aviation services specialising in both rotary and fixed wing operations in support of the QPS and our partner agencies in regular and emergency response operations across Queensland.

Our commitment to safety, efficiency and innovation has established us as a leader in government aviation services.

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Base Pilot to join our rotary wing team in Cairns and contribute to making a real difference in the community.

In this role, you will lead and manage a team of line pilots, ensuring that aircraft, crews, and equipment are maintained at a high level of readiness. You will operate single pilot, twin-engine helicopters across a range of missions, including aeromedical services, search and rescue and emergency and disaster response. Additionally, you will oversee flight conduct, safety, and standardisation, while managing base currencies, rostering, and training requirements.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary package.
• 12.75% superannuation.
• The chance to be part of a dedicated and compassionate team that makes a difference every day.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment that values teamwork and excellence.
• Work/life balance.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• Relocation assistance available.

What we're looking for:

Mandatory requirements:

• Australian Air Transport Pilots Licence (ATPL)
• Low Level Rating
• Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) Rating
• Multi Engine Command Instrument Rating - 4 Renewals
• 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
• Hold or be eligible to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
• Current Class 1 Aviation Medical

Highly desirable:

• Flight Examiner Rating (FER)
• Flight Instructor Rating (FER) - Multi Engine or previous Military Equivalent
• AW139 Type Rating
• Hold a current Australian Passport

If you are ready to take your career to new heights with the QPS and QGAir, we want to hear from you. Apply Now!!

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference:  QLD/680635/26

Closing Date: Tuesday, 17^th March 2026

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• 680635-26-Role Profile (Word, 4.85MB)
  
  
  680635-26-Applicant Guide non-Police - August 2023 (Word, 227KB)