Chief Pilot (Rotary-Wing)
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 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.
It is a requirement that the position holder is successful in obtaining and maintaining CASA approval as the Chief Pilot ‘key personnel’ role, in accordance with CASA regulatory requirements.
Job holder maintains skills and qualifications relevant to the position in accordance with CASA regulatory requirements and PAW Operations Manual.
Possession of an Australian Airline Transport Pilot Licence (helicopter)
Holder of a Night Vision Imaging Systems Rating (NVIS) (Civil or military).
Current Australian Class 1 Aviation Medical.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please ensure you complete, sign and scan the Integrity Check Consent Form (refer attached) and submit it along with your application (the integrity check consent form is not required for current WA Police employees).
Applicants are asked to address the following nominated work related requirements:
Essential:
Minimum 12 months experience in commercial operations.
Holder of an Instrument Rating (Helicopter). Completed at least 3 Command Instrument Rating Proficiency Checks (IPC) or military equivalent.
2000 hours total helicopter experience of which 1000 hours must be Pilot in Command (PIC) and 500 hours must be as PIC of a twin engine helicopter.
Holder of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 Flight Instructor Rating (Helicopter).
Holder of a Flight Examiner Rating (or equivalent CASR 61.040 approval) or be eligible to obtain.
Knowledge of the Australian Civil Aviation Regulations and Orders.
Contemporary Aviation Safety Management system/s.
Leadership.
Desirable:
Holder of a Type Rating specific to rotary aircraft currently operated by WA Police.
Holder of a Low Level Rating (LL).
Holder of a Winch/Rappel Endorsement (LL-WR).
Applicants are also required to submit a Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). Your CV should provide enough detail (dot points are sufficient) to allow the selection panel to assess your skills, experience and qualifications relevant to the Key Accountabilities of the attached Position Description Form.
The CV must also include the names and contact details of two (2) referees who can comment on the applicant’s ability to satisfy all of the Essential Work Related Requirements.
Please note: For applicants deemed suitable, all Essential Work Related Requirements listed in the Position Description Form will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
OTHER CONDITIONS
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies at the Police Air Wing. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, then the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the initial date of the appointment.
Integrity and criminal checks will be conducted if the recommended applicant for this position is not a current WA Police employee. Any relocation costs associated with appointment to this position may be the responsibility of the successful applicant.
SUBSTANTIVE EQUALITY & OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH (OSH) STATEMENT
The Western Australia Police is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal Australians, young people, people with a disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. The Department also promotes flexible family friendly work practices.
Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is a vital component within WA Police. Safety is a partnership between the employer and their employees and it relies on all of us working together to ensure that everyone is safe in their working environment, which enables them to go home safely. We incorporate safety in every part of our business and it is an integral part of the decision-making process.
FOR FURTHER JOB RELATED INFORMATION
Please contact Mr Peter Lloyd on telephone number (08) 6595 9777.
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
Applicants are requested to apply online. To apply online, you must have a valid email address and be ready to attach your comprehensive electronic resume, integrity check form (if required) and any additional attachments as requested in the “APPLICATION PROCESS” section of the advertisement. Please select the “APPLY FOR JOB” button at the top/bottom of this advertisement. Should you encounter any problems lodging your online application please contact Police Staff Selection and Deployment on (08) 6229 5772 during business hours (8am to 4pm, Monday – Friday), prior to the specified closing time.
FAXED, LATE OR PRO-FORMA APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Application packages and the Position Description Form can be found if you click link below. Should you experience difficulties downloading these documents please contact Police Staff Selection and Deployment on the above mentioned telephone number.
https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/page.php?pageID=160&windowUID=0&AdvertID=216122
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 February 2018 at 4:00pm WST.