Simulator Support Officer

The Organisation

Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for the safe and efficient management of 11% of the world’s airspace and provision of aviation rescue firefighting services at Australia’s busiest airports.

Our people are our greatest asset with a dynamic and diverse team operating from locations across the country - from bustling cities to regional and remote locations, including an island. This team keep Australia’s aviation industry safe every day of the year, both in the air and on the ground. We connect people with their world safely – linking family and friends, generating economic activity, creating jobs, and facilitating trade and tourism. We’re shaping a once-in-a-century step-change. Given the emergence of new airspace users, new aerodromes, and a range of new crewed and uncrewed aircraft, we are working closely with our customers and the community, as we adapt our service offerings to cater to these new and diverse aviation participants, ensuring we continue to keep our skies safe while balancing our environmental and social responsibilities.

The Role & The Team

As a Simulator Support Officer, you will deliver simulation exercises within the Simulator by performing the role of a simulator pilot, simulator air traffic control and deliver coordination as other agencies. You will also contribute to the design, development, and delivery of innovative and high-quality competency-based delivery solutions to ensure effective and efficient training outcomes for operational air traffic control. You will ensure that compliance, safety, business, and regulatory requirements are met.

Training is a key enabler for ongoing workforce capability development in air traffic services and presents an exciting platform for innovation and new technologies. 

Our team work within a fast paced and dynamic operational training environment where they have the ability to influence and contribute to the success of our ongoing training programs and project initiatives. You will be part of a small team responsible for the delivery of high-quality simulation services and related delivery outcomes. This is a 2-year Fixed Term Contract (full-time) located in Sydney. 

The successful applicant will possess:

• Exceptional Communication: Clear, coherent, and impactful communication abilities.
• Decision Making & Critical Analysis: Demonstrated ability to interpret and action information and data from multiple sources in accordance with relevant procedures and strict time-frames,
• Teamwork & Collaboration: Proven ability to work cohesively within a small operational team environment.
• Adaptability: Seamless adaptation to changing environments and workloads.
• Technical Prowess: Demonstrated proficiency with relevant IT software, including Microsoft Office Suite, and eagerness to embrace new technologies.
• Mathematical Acuity: Competence in performing mental arithmetic accurately and expediently on an ongoing basis,
• Multi role management and delivery: Monitor and action a variety of targets and simulated agencies to deliver a high-quality realistic simulation environment.                                                                                 

Desired Experience 

• Training Facilitation: Experience in delivering both theoretical and hands-on training on a one-on-one or group basis.
• Airspace Know-how: General understanding or appreciation of aircraft performance and Air Traffic Control procedures.
• R/T & Phonetic Alphabet Knowledge: Acquaintance with Radio Telephony phraseology and the phonetic alphabet.
• Exposure to ATC Environments: Prior experience or familiarity with Air Traffic Control operations and environments.

Qualifications

• Language Proficiency: Must hold, maintain, or be able to attain ICAO English Language Proficiency at level 6 or its equivalent (Essential).
• Aviation Credentials: Possession of or pursuit towards aviation qualifications, either via flying experience or tertiary studies (Highly Desirable)

Commencing base salary for this position is $78,106.00, with successful completion of a 12 week training course required to then move to the fully endorsed salary of $102,000.

To learn more about this position you can review the position description here:  PD_Simulator Support Officer (1).pdf

How to Apply

To apply for this position please lodge an application online before Applications close 11.55 pm (AEST) Sunday 24th March 2024. Please note that applications could be reviewed and actioned prior to the closing application date, please do not delay in submitting your application.

To be eligible to apply, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or hold a Visa with full working rights within Australia. If you have any further questions about this position you can contact Chris from the Talent Acquisition Team at *********@airservicesaustralia.com.

Airservices Australia is a diverse and inclusive employer that recognises the benefits of having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. We encourage applications from diverse groups including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.