Description
[redacted] Search and Rescue (SAR) Services, working under a long-term contract with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority is looking for expressions of interest from Direct Entry Captains for future opportunities at all our bases from applicants who are passionate about making a difference. Our pilots fly in a unique and challenging environment, with a key humanitarian focus aimed at assisting people in potentially traumatic and life-threatening situations.
As a Captain with the SAR team you will provide essential leadership and support to your entire crew working diligently, quickly and professionally to ensure each mission is a success. You will command a highly modified CL604 aircraft and will be part of a highly skilled team.
This vital role attracts a generous remuneration package and can provide fantastic job satisfaction.
Skills and Experience
Essential
Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident with passport from a country without travel restrictions
CASA Class 1 Aviation Medical
Hold an Australian Air Transport Pilot Licence
Be eligible for an Aviation Security Identity Card (ASIC)
3000 hours total flying experience
2000 hours pilot in command/ICUS
100 hours night command
1000 hours jet time and/or extensive multi-crew turbo prop experience in maritime surveillance or SAR operations and/or significant CL604 or similar experience
Desirable
At least 300 hours logged flight time in last 12 months
Maritime surveillance and/or search and rescue experience
CL604/605 type rating
In addition:
You must commit to being within 30 minutes of your assigned airport when on night standby
Type rating training will attract a Bond
About us
[redacted] Aviation Services (CAvS) is Australia’s largest provider of contract aviation services, employing 1,300 people nationally. It forms part of [redacted] Plc’s global operations across the US, Europe, Asia Pacific and Africa.
[redacted] PlC is a leading global technology and services innovator, known and respected for delivering solutions to the most challenging problems from deep space to the depths of the ocean through advanced electronic solutions, outsourced aviation services, communications and connectivity and mission systems.
[redacted] Special Mission provides aerial surveillance under contract to Australian Border Force and search and rescue services under contract to the Australian Maritime Safety Authority.
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in Australia.