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SAR/EMS Pilots Required-NSW

  • Writer: Jason Walburn
    Jason Walburn
  • May 11, 2022
  • 2 min read

The Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service is a not-for-profit organisation providing world class aeromedical, search and rescue services to those in need 24/7. The Service has more than 40 years of proud history and now operates from three bases in NSW (Tamworth, Belmont, Lismore) in addition to a Head Office and deep level maintenance facility based in Broadmeadow NSW.

The Service is seeking to recruit experienced Line Pilots to join our highly skilled team conducting helicopter aeromedical and search and rescue operations to the highest standard of safety and professionalism. With potential opportunities across our area, these roles will report to the Head of Flying Operations and will operate on a 4:4 (2 day/2 night) roster pattern. There is an expectation that the successful candidates lives within 1 hour of the nominated base and may be expected to travel across our network from time to time in support of operations. To be considered for this role, you will be an experienced Helicopter Pilot who is well regarded within the industry and will be able to demonstrate the following qualifications and experience:

Essential:

  • CASA ATPL (H) & Current Class 1 Medical

  • 2500Hrs Rotary Wing, 2000Hrs PIC Rotary Wing

  • Instrument Rated on multi engine helicopters

  • Low Level Rating with Winch endorsement

  • Helicopter command experience in a variety of operations

  • NVG and IFR

Highly Desirable:

  • AW139 Type Rating

  • DG, HUET, EBS

  • Previous EMS/SAR experience

To be successful, you will be a team player with a demonstrated commitment to safety and the continuous improvement of operational process and procedures. These positions are identified Category A/Category A - High Risk in accordance with NSW Health’s framework for the assessment, screening and vaccination of workers to minimise the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases. As such, it is an essential requirement that you comply with the Service’s policies relating to Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases, including the provision of evidence of protection.

You will need to have the right to work in Australia and be prepared to complete a psychometric assessment, Working with Children Check and National Police History Check, if successful. A salary package will be determined in accordance with the Company’s Registered Enterprise Agreement.

If these positions are of interest to you and you have a passion for HEMS Operations we would love to hear from you. To express your interest, click ‘apply’ to submit your cover letter and resume (including qualifications) addressing the above selection criteria and confirming your preferred location of work.

Applications close 31 May 2022.

Only those applications received via seek.com and addressing the selection criteria will be considered. For further information or to obtain a copy of the position description, please contact:debbie.ogrady@rescuehelicopter.com.au


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