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Form of work- Support with professional development, eg. ATPL, MCC and Flight Instructor courses.
- Permanent, full-time position
- Equal time roster with 6 weeks’ annual leave
CareFlight is an Australian “for purpose” aeromedical organisation voted consistently as one of Australia’s most trusted Brands. Our mission is to save lives, speed recovery and serve the community through delivering our charitable social purpose.
Proudly a 2023 HRD 5 Star Employer of Choice, we operate across Australia, with major base locations in NSW, and the NT. Our specially trained doctors, nurses, paramedics and aircrew use helicopters, turbo prop aircraft, aeromedical jets and patient transport vehicles to provide critical support to over 8,500 patients each year. We also deploy medical professionals and aircraft in support of defence, government and commercial contracts, and energy and resource sector sites.
The role
We currently have an excellent opportunity in 2024 for pilots (flying Beechcraft B200, King Air aircraft) to work as part of our integrated crew at our NSW bases (Sydney and Newcastle).
You will have the opportunity to work with a team of committed professionals, be part of a leading aeromedical organisation and enjoy a roster that provides work / life balance. Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting all flight operations to the highest industry standards;
- Actively participating in the processes used by CareFlight to organise and manage effective flight operations;
- Maintaining a high level of systems knowledge on the aircraft operated;
- Participating actively in the company safety program; and
- Participating actively in the company ground training programs.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess the following:
- CPL (A) – held for minimum 5 years
- Class 1 Civil Aviation Medical
- 2,000 hours total
- 1,500 hours Pilot in Command
- 500 hours turbine engine aircraft
- 500 hours multi-engine PIC
- 100 hours PIC at night
- MEA class rating
- Minimum 3 CIRR / IPC on airplanes; and
- Australian Resident Status.
The following will also be highly regarded:
- ATPL (A).
- Proline 21 EFIS experience.
- Garmin EFIS experience.
- King Air Series type experience.
- Extensive Single Pilot IFR background.
- NSW Area operational experience.
- Air Ambulance experience.
- Basic Microsoft Office computer skills.
How to apply
If you would like to be part of our team, you can apply by using the link below. Please see attached full position description. Please ensure you submit a current resume and covering letter that addresses the role’s essential criteria. Applications for this opportunity will close on 29th March 2024
For additional information, please contact ***********@careflight.org
Successful applicants will be required to adhere to CareFlight’s Screening and Vaccination Policy.
CareFlight values diversity in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
All employees must comply with CareFlight’s Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP) as required by CASA and may be subject to random workplace testing.
Criminal Record and Working with Children Checks also apply.
All employees must comply with CareFlight’ s immunization & vaccination policy.
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