Head of Training and Checking-Queensland
- Jason Walburn
- Jan 20, 2023
- 3 min read
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Flying Operations (HOFO) Rotary Wing, the Head of Training and Checking (HOTC) is responsible for the management and leadership of the LifeFlight Australia’s world-class Rotary Wing training and checking program. This includes training and checking related to operations conducted under the LifeFlight CASR Part 119 Air Operators Certificate (AOC), Part 138 Operating Certificate (OC), and Part 142 training and checking Certificate.
This full-time role is based at our Training Academy at Brisbane Airport, or our Corporate Office in Brisbane City, and will require travel to our Operational Bases throughout Queensland at times. About You
With an established career in aviation from either military or civilian sectors, working closely with the HOFO and management team, you will be passionate about personnel development through successful training programs and a change champion through the ongoing development of our industry leading training and checking program. Skills and attributes required for this role include:
• Several years’ experience in senior management roles within the aviation industry (HOTC or Senior FER preferred) • Meet the CASA requirements to be assessed as suitable for a HOTC. • Robust understanding of safety and aviation regulations and the ability to lead company activities within this legislative framework • A background in training and adult learning principles • Critical thinking skills with emotional intelligence and an agile, adaptable approach • A team player who is comfortable and confident in putting forward ideas and suggestions for ongoing improvement • Strong leadership skills, and the capacity to interact effectively across all business units at a senior level • Solutions-focused and problem-solving mindset; strengths in both operational and strategic tasks
Benefits and Culture
This is an opportunity to work with an experienced operational team with a commitment to continuous improvement and mentorship, within an innovative and exciting organisation. You would be a significant part of this dynamic operation. Other benefits include:
• Exposure to an exciting, specially-developed Training and Checking system • Broad exposure to various parts of the aviation industry encompassing operations such as medical, passenger and freight transport and search and rescue operations; whilst providing services to clients from varied sectors such as the resource sector (including oil and gas), state government agencies and various foreign and domestic military departments. • The ability to affect real change, supported by a CEO and Board who are motivated to grow • As a non-profit organisation, we offer full Salary Packaging options, plus entertainment benefits • Access to a discounted workplace health and fitness program About LifeFlight
LifeFlight is a world leader in aeromedical care and Australia's most diversified service with both a fixed and rotary wing fleet. We help seriously ill and injured patients around Australia and the world to quickly get the medical care they need. From rapid response to inter-facility transfers, our team of more than 400 staff members, including aviation crew, support staff, and over 150 doctors, are a lifeline to people in their hour of need. Best known for our RACQ LifeFlight Rescue community helicopter service and LifeFlight Retrieval Medicine, LifeFlight also operates a world class training division in the LifeFlight Training Academy. Applications close on Sunday 12th February 2023 at 5.00pm. Please provide a current Resume and Cover Letter with your application.
About LifeFlight Australia
As a member of LifeFlight’s aviation team, you’ll spend each day helping to save lives in Australia and around the world. Each day will be unique and exciting. You’ll fly wherever patients need help, either for emergency care at the scene of an accident with our rescue helicopters or scheduled bedside-bedside transport onboard our Air Ambulance jets.
We underpin this fulfilling, exciting career with a working environment in which safety and employee welfare are paramount. We operate world-class equipment and maintenance programs along with flexible working arrangements that provide you with a safe and enjoyable workplace.
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