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Western Australia Police
Chief Pilot (Rotary Wing)
Salary/Level: Common Law Contract – $119,957 p.a. plus allowances of up to $64,984
As a Chief Pilot (Rotary Wing) with the Western Australia Police you will gain a range of training and experiences that are not available with other employers. You will have the opportunity to support the Tactical Response Group (TRG), assist police patrols and winch in night operations using Night Vision Goggles; Be involved in tactical flying operations with the TRG including assaults and live fire missions; Assist the Water Police and perform Search and Rescue roles on both land and sea throughout the State; Conduct day and night patrols to assist police on the ground, detect traffic offenders and locate stolen cars; Conduct drug detection and eradication operations; Air ambulance backup; Be involved in air surveillance operations and K9 transport and deployment.
POSITION OBJECTIVE
As a senior leader of Police Air Wing (PAW), the position ensures the safe operation of the rotary wing aircraft, and holds the "Key Personnel" position of Chief Pilot (Rotary Wing) in accordance with Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) legislative requirements. The Chief Pilot works closely with the Aviation Manager and Officer In Charge (OIC) as a member of the executive team to ensure a cohesive and team oriented approach to the operations of the PAW.
SPECIALIST PRE-REQUISITES
It is a requirement that the position holder is successful in obtaining within a six month period and maintaining a NEGATIVE VETTING LEVEL 1 security clearance for the duration of their appointment in the position.
It is a requirement of the position that applicants undertake a psychological and flight assessment to determine their suitability for this position.
Position holder will be regularly examined for pilot and safety competence in accordance with CASA regulatory requirements.
Possession of an Australian Air Transport Pilot License (helicopter) or have passed the aeronautical knowledge examinations for ATPL (H) and able to obtain ATPL(H) within 6 months of employment.
Possession of a Night Vision Imaging Systems (NVIS) rating (Civil or Australian Military).
Current Australian Class 1 Aviation Medical.
To access information about this position please click on the APPLY button which will redirect you to the full Jobs WA advertisement.
For further job related information please contact Mr Peter Lloyd on telephone number (08) 6595 9777.
Please note: Faxed, late or pro-forma applications will not be accepted.
Job Summary
- Closing Date:
- 21 Feb 2018
- Location:
- WA - Jandakot
- Salary:
- $119,957 p.a. plus allowances of up to $64,984 (dependant on qualifications), 9.5% superannuation
- Work Type:
- Full Time
- Category:
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Aviation
Emergency Services/Management