Training & Checking Aircrew Officer

StarFlight Australia — a joint venture between LifeFlight Australia, and Linfox Group—delivers specialist helicopter operations for Medical Transport, Search and Rescue, Aerial Law enforcement, and Aerial firefighting across Australia. Our skilled crews and state-of-the-art aircraft operate to the highest safety and performance standards possible, ensuring vital missions are carried out with precision, professionalism, and care.

Our team is growing, and we are seeking a Training and Checking Aircrew Officer to join us at our Hobart / Cambridge Airport Facility supporting the StarFlight Australia Aeromedical, SAR and Air Law Enforcement operations for the people and State of Tasmania.

Roster: Based on an equal time work practice calculated over a 90-day period

The position will consist of administrative duties, as well as Check and Training of Flight and Medical crews, plus ACO line shifts as required on the roster.

As the Training and Checking Aircrew Officer, your key accountabilities are to:

• Assist the pilot to carry out all aeromedical, search and rescue, emergency and counter disaster operations and other government support duties.
• Ensure the Captain is promptly advised on all matters affecting the safety, serviceability or effectiveness of the aircraft or the operation.
• Carry out all duties and training in accordance with the StarFlight Operations Manual.
• Assist in ensuring that all flight and task documentation is accurately completed and that all crews are adequately briefed and de briefed on any deficiencies promptly addressed.
• Conduct Training and Checking duties for all Flight and Medical crew.
• Ensure the currency and recency requirements for all flight and medical crew are maintained and documented.
• Oversee the serviceability and compliance of all operational role equipment.
• Arrange and oversee the logistics and planning of sortie profiles, for annual training sorties.
• Liaise closely with the Chief Pilot / Chief ACO on any matters pertaining to restrictions on operational capability.

We are looking for an experienced Training and Checking Aircrew Officer who can demonstrate a background in a HEMS commercial or military environment, and is looking for their next challenge.

Along with excellent communication skills, and a keen interest in being part of a team, you will be comfortable offering operational support including ground training, administrative and other non-flight tasks.

• Minimum 1000 hours as a Helicopter Aircrew Officer
• Certificate IV Aviation – Aircrew Officer
• Winch Endorsement
• Demonstrated Training and Checking experience within the EMS industry
• Minimum 100 hours
• NVIS experience, including night winching
• Front Left Hand Seat Operations (IFR)
• CASA Class 2 Medical
• Current Senior First Aid / CPR
• Crew Resource Management
• HUET / EBS Qualified
• Dangerous Goods Awareness
• Ability to pass the StarFlight Functionality Assessment (ACO)

• Certificate IV Training and Assessment - TAE40110 or above
• FLIR Operations
• AROC (Aeronautical Radio Operator's Certificate)
• SAR / EMS experience on B412 or EC/H145

The Functionality Test for the ACO role is made up of five components. All five components are to be completed within a two (2) hour timeframe

• Assessment 1 – Abdominal Strength Test – 30 sit-ups under 2 minutes
• Assessment 2 – Upper Body Strength Test – 20 push-ups under 2 minutes
• Assessment 3 – Safe lifting techniques – 5 kettlebell deadlifts
• Assessment 4 – 1km Equipment Transfer (16kg) – under 10 minutes
• Assessment 5 – 500m Stretcher Carry (16kg) – under 6 minutes

If you like utilising hard learned skills and have a passion for helping people in need, apply today and help shape the future of Medical Transport, Search and Rescue and Aerial Law Enforcement operations in Tasmania.

Operational Excellence: StarFlight Australia is a partnership between LifeFlight Australia and the Linfox group of companies, combining aviation, medical, logistics, and transport expertise with a shared mission: saving lives and serving communities. Backed by LifeFlight's reputation for excellence in aeromedical and rescue services, and StarFlight Victoria's support of Aerial Law Enforcement operations, StarFlight Australia's operational strength and diversity delivers state-of-the-art capability across Australia.

Meaningful Impact: You will have an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people's lives. The organisation is dedicated to saving lives, delivering critical care services, and responding to emergencies. Employees can take pride in contributing to a mission-driven organisation focused on making a positive difference in the community.

Collaboration & Support: We are committed to fostering a culture of camaraderie and teamwork. Our aeromedical operations thrive on the close collaboration between medical professionals, pilots, and support staff, all working together in high-pressure environments. We value a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals can rely on one another, creating a strong sense of purpose and unity. By harnessing the power of teamwork and pooling our strengths, we believe we can overcome any challenge, achieve our goals, and find fulfillment in the critical work we do.

Salary Packaging Options: As an employee, you have the opportunity to benefit from salary packaging, allowing you to allocate up to $15,900 per Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) year towards general living expenses. This includes covering various everyday costs like groceries, petrol, mortgage, rent, and school fees, providing you with added financial flexibility and support.

If you're ready to make a difference and have the necessary skills, experience and attitude, we'd love to hear from you today

Successful applicants will be required to undergo national police check as a condition of employment.

Our contract requires that all aircrew are fully vaccinated against six diseases, namely Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella Zoster, Pertussis, Hepatitis B and hold or be eligible to hold a Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (WRVP) Tasmania as a condition of employment.

Candidates please note: All roles are based in Tasmania, and we're looking for people who are ready to call this beautiful state home. No FIFO.

Applications will be reviewed as submitted and we will be conducting interviews throughout the process.