APPLY NOW!! Join the Aviation Capability Group (ACG) and take advantage of 12.75% superannuation and $17,000 salary sacrifice entitlement for QGAir Rotary Wing Employees. Additional allowances may also be available and include:

• Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) Allowance - $3,579.10 per annum
• Fitness Level 1 - Crew Officer - approximately $2,425 per annum

About us:
Queensland Government Air (QGAir) forms part of the 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 a highly skilled Aircrew Officer to join our dynamic rotary wing team based in Cairns and make a real difference to the lives of those in need. You will assist the pilot to carry out all aeromedical, search and rescue, emergency and counter disaster operations and other government support duties.
Your flight experience will ensure you can work as an effective team member within the aircraft whilst conducting primary rescues, secondary interhospital transfers and counter disaster work alongside frontline Queensland Government services.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• 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.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• Relocation assistance available.

What We're Looking for:Mandatory requirements:

• Qualified Helicopter Aircrew Officer with at least 500 hours logged Aircrew Officer rotary wing hours and operational winching experience including night winching or 1000 hours EMS experience.
• CASA Aviation Class 2 Medical Certificate
• 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
• Certificate IV Aviation - Aircrew Officer

Highly Desirable Requirements:

• AW 139 Aircrew Officer Endorsement/Qualification
• Front Left Hand Seat Cockpit Qualified
• Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET)
• Helicopter Aircrew Breathing Device (HABD) Training
• Emergency Breathing Systems (EBS) Training
• Dangerous Goods Awareness Training
• Previous SAR/EMS experience
• 100 hours NVIS experience

Special Conditions:
Applicants must pass the Aircrew Officer Physical Fitness test comprising of:
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• 400m swim in under 10 minutes; and either of the following options
• Completion of the Rockport Fitness Walk Test (1.6km walk) with the minimumstandard being a 'Good' assessment on the Rockport calculator (www.exrx.net/Calculators/Rockport.html); or Completion of a 2.4km run with the minimum standard being a 'Good' assessmenton the Ex Rx.net Distance Run calculator (www.exrx.net/calculators/oneand.html)

The two tests must be completed within a four-hour period.
A probation period of 6-months applies to this position.
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. Apply Today!!
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/586512/24
Closing Date: Monday, 9th September 2024This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.