Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and skilled aviation professional to join our team as a Qualified Flying Instructor. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for conducting ab-initio flight instruction on the EC-135 T2+ aircraft and providing ground instruction, briefings, and lectures.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in helicopter flying and instruction, with a minimum of 250 hours of NVD flight operations experience. They will also possess excellent communication skills and be able to work effectively in a team environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct ab-initio flight instruction on the EC-135 T2+ aircraft
* Provide ground instruction, briefings, and lectures
* Operate Training Aircraft and Training Equipment (live and synthetic devices)
* Update trainee records
* Brief the Pilot Training Officer on trainee progress
* Mentor trainees
* Review trainee progress in ground training events and assessments
* Update Aircraft records
* Maintain aircrew qualifications and currency requirements in accordance with all relevant Standing Instructions and as amended by Special Flying Instructions
* Conduct Secondary Missions in support of 723 SQN tasking where requested
* Provide flying supervision to trainees
* Review and recommend changes to Training packages and courseware
* Provide support to JHS Winching and Load lifting Training evolutions
* Perform other duties, as required by the Pilot Training Officer
* Provide written and verbal pre-briefs and debriefs to students
* Participate in external evaluations (including safety-related investigations)
* Assist the HATS Training Manager as required for BDA-related activities
* Comply with the WHS-related JHS OIP to ensure a safe workplace
* Be aware of, and demonstrate a commitment to, the principles of equal opportunity in the workplace
Requirements
* Current CASA Class 1 Medical and ability to maintain the requirements of this medical certificate
* CASA Commercial Pilot Licence (Helicopter) - CPL(H) (minimum)
* CASA Command Instrument Rating (Helicopter), or military equivalent
* CASA Night Visual Flight Rules Rating, or military equivalent
* CASA Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) rating, or military equivalent
* CASA Sling Load and Winching Operations Endorsement, or military equivalent
* CASA Flying Instructor (Helicopter) Grade 2 rating, or military equivalent
* TAE40122 or current TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or ability to obtain
* Category C rotary wing Qualified Flying Instructor or greater
* Military flight instruction experience
* A history of helicopter NVD formation experience
* 250 hours of NVD flight operations
* Have held a previous day and night Deck Landing Qualification (DLQ)
* Must have clear and effective English written and verbal communication skills in a stressful flying environment
* Must have current Competency Standard HLTAID003 - Provide first aid
* Demonstrate the ability to work in a team
* Demonstrate the ability to successfully interact with co-workers, maintaining productive working relationships to meet team, business unit, and organisational goals
* Be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of Workplace/Occupational Health and Safety procedures
* Intermediate to advanced level of MS Office skills
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits, including:
* Work on cutting-edge projects with opportunities to work across platforms
* Attractive remuneration and annual bonus
* Formal mentoring and training as well as on-the-job learning
* Formal reward and recognition program
* Access discounts for health insurance, travel, and accommodation
* Paid study leave, paid parental leave, and Defence leave
* Salary packaging options available
* Health and wellbeing benefits, including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program
* Social and community groups
Working with Us
We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and committed to creating a workplace that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive for everyone.