About the Role
We have an opportunity for a Line Pilot – Rotary Wing to be part of our State Operations & Emergency Management team. The Rotary Line Pilot is responsible for flying single pilot, multi-engine helicopters under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) in a safe and professional manner to support all operations of the Aviation Command and NSW Police Force objectives.
A NSW Rotary Wing Pilot is required to operate across the state of NSW in a high-risk team environment, responding to law enforcement, Counter Terrorism and Search & Rescue missions. This position provides the most varied, exciting and disciplined type of flying within NSW.
What You'll Have Access To
- Pilot a number of rotary aircraft with in-house engineering support
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Work with the latest technology, facility and equipment in a cutting-edge environment
- Great Culture: Be part of a supportive and dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation
- Positive Work Environment: Thrive in a workplace that promotes wellbeing, growth, and professional development
Essential Requirements
The successful candidate must hold the following:
- Valid Class 1 Medical
- Commercial Pilot Licence (H) or ATPL (H)
- Helicopter Instrument Rating (IR H) (ME)
- Night Vision Imaging Rating
- Low Level Rating – winch, sling
- 3,000 hours PIC helicopter
- 1,000 hours experience in turbine-powered helicopter aircraft
- 200 hours PIC night experience
- Low level experience in helicopters
- Reside within 100km from the Aviation Command, Bankstown
Additional Qualification Allowances
The successful position occupant may also be eligible to receive additional qualification-based allowances (subject to maintaining eligibility and delegate approval):
- Instrument Flight Rules (IFR): $15,000 per annum
- Night Vision Imagery System (NVIS): $15,000 per annum
- Bonus – attainment of all NVIS proficiencies (NVIS SAR – Winch, NVIS Tactical – Fast Rope, Aerial Fire Support – Sniping): $5,000 per annum
- Following 12 months of IFR certification and all NVIS proficiencies: $5,000 per annum
What We Can Offer You
- Competitive salary
- Flexible work options
- Opportunity to purchase leave
- Annual leave loading
- Corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport
- Free annual influenza vaccination
- Salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease
How to Apply
Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.
To be considered, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills and experience relevant to this role.
Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 words per question):
- Have you ever been in a situation where you were close to giving up? How did you overcome this?
- Describe a time when you would not have successfully completed a project/job/task without teamwork?
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply, you must be:
- An Australian Citizen
- A permanent resident of Australia
- A New Zealand citizen
Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.
Our Commitment to Diversity
At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.
About the NSW Police Force
The NSW Police Force is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees providing a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.