Wedgetail Aerospace is a leading RPAS service provider, focused on the provision of large and long-range RPAS (drone) data acquisition and air freight.
DUTY PROFILE
Operating as part of a multi-crew team reporting to the Chief Remote Pilot, the Pilot Maintainer provides piloting and maintenance for the safe execution of RPAS missions in accordance with CASA regulations and Company Operating Procedures. Missions include both visual and beyond-visual line of sight (BVLOS) activities throughout Australia.
This role is based in Perth and will involve intra/interstate travel and potentially overseas deployment. The position will represent the company with all stakeholders including clients, regulators, industry bodies and supply chain representatives. As such, a mature approach and high degree of professionalism is required.
The role involves supporting the Remote Pilot in Command with:
* Pre-flight planning activities for RPAS operations.
* Pre- and post-flight RPAS maintenance checks.
* Approved scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
* Payload preparation, operation and maintenance.
* Completion of Job Safety Assessments.
* Assessment of weather, ground risk and airspace considerations for RPAS operations.
* Compliance with company policies, procedures and RPAS Operations Manual.
* Safe operation of small, medium and large RPAS in accordance with procedures.
* Aviation radio communications with other airspace users and ATC as required.
* Deployment to remote areas in support of RPAS operations.
* Transport and refuelling operations in support of medium/large RPAS operations.
* Accurate completion and submission of operational documentation.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
* Aircraft maintenance experience (preferably with Helicopters)
* RPAS pilot licence (CASA RePL or equivalent).
* Aeronautical Radio Operator certificate (AROC) or equivalent.
* Driver's licence (manual).
* Experience with payload operation and maintenance.
* Aeronautical experience (preferably on RPAS commercial operations).
* Understanding and working knowledge of CASA RPAS Regulations.
* Ability to pass aviation, site-specific medicals and manual handling requirements.
* Right to work in Australia.
* Current national criminal history check (Police check)
* Australian Government and Aviation security clearances (or ability to obtain)
* Experience with medium/large RPAS operations.
* Experience in the collection and management of payload data from manned or unmanned aviation platforms.
* Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) software experience (eg AvPlan, OzRunways).
* Experience with RPAS mission/flight/maintenance control software (eg; AVCRM).
* Experience in remote operations, including BVLOS.
* IREX or BVLOS OCTA
* First Aid certificate.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
* Technically minded with mechanical aptitude and ability to learn new skills quickly.
* Well organised individual with a strong attention to detail.
* Ability to work with technical specialists supporting remote operations, payload integration and maintenance.
* Self-driven, motivated, resourceful and capable of achieving results with minimal supervision.
* Ability to deploy to remote locations as part of a small teams for extended periods.
* Effective in small team environments.
* Interested in pioneering remote operation aviation capabilities in Australia.
PERFORMANCE
The performance of the position holder will be measured using the following metrics and criteria:
* Meeting operational requirements.
* Upholding the company safety culture.
* Promoting the company's reputation.
* Maintaining the licence and qualifications required as RPAS Pilot
The recruitment process will involve an interview and aptitude testing for the role. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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