Join QGAir’s dedicated rotary wing team and play a vital role in delivering life-saving missions across Queensland. In this position, you will provide leadership to Aircrew and Rescue Crew Officers, managing day-to-day operations including rostering, leave and ensuring accurate records of flight time, duty hours and crew availability. You’ll also support the Chief Aircrew Officer by overseeing crew training, currency and recency requirements. Alongside your leadership duties, you will undertake rostered Aircrew tasks, contribute to high standards of safety and compliance, and ensure our aircraft are always presented to the highest operational standard.

Job details

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. Additional allowances may also be available and include:

• Check and Training - Crew Officer Allowance - approximately $10,617 per annum
• Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) Allowance - $3,686.45 per annum
• Fitness Level 1 - Crew Officer - approximately $2,498 per annum

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

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:

Join QGAir's dedicated rotary wing team and play a vital role in delivering life-saving missions across Queensland. In this position, you will provide leadership to Aircrew and Rescue Crew Officers, managing day-to-day operations including rostering, leave and ensuring accurate records of flight time, duty hours and crew availability. You'll also support the Chief Aircrew Officer by overseeing crew training, currency and recency requirements. Alongside your leadership duties, you will undertake rostered Aircrew tasks, contribute to high standards of safety and compliance, and ensure our aircraft are always presented to the highest operational standard.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• 12.75% superannuation.
• Salary Sacrifice up to $17,000 reportable fringe benefit amount.
• 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:

• Possession of C Class Drivers Licence.
• Qualified Helicopter Aircrew Officer with at least 1500 hours logged Aircrew Officer rotary wing hours.
• Previously held a Bronze Medallion Surf Life Saving qualification or Certificate II in Public Safety/Aquatic Rescue.
• Current Senior First Aid
• Advanced Resuscitation/CPR Certificate
• Winch and Rappel Competency Certificate
• CASA Aviation Class 2 Medical Certificate
• Certificate IV Aviation - Aircrew Officer
• CASA approval as a Rotary Wing Night Vision Goggle Aircrew Member Instructor within six months of appointment.
• CASA approval as an Aircrew Training Officer within six months of appointment.
• Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment within six months of appointment.

Applicants must pass the Aircrew Officer Physical Fitness test comprising of one of the following options:

1. 400m swim in under 10 minutes; or
2. Completion of the Rockport Fitness Walk Test (1.6km walk) with the minimum standard being a ‘Good' assessment on the Rockport calculator (www.exrx.net/Calculators/Rockport.html); or
3. Completion of a 2.4km run with the minimum standard being a 'Good' assessment on the ExRx.net Distance Run calculator (www.exrx.net/calculators/oneand.html)

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/694618/26

Closing Date: Wednesday, 22nd July 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.

• 694618-26-Applicant Guide non-Police (Word, 227KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  694618-26-Role Description (Word, 3.68MB)
  Role Description