Head of Flying Operations

2 days ago

Brisbane, Australia Queensland Government Full time

**The Aviation Capability Group is seeking an energetic, motivated, and experienced Head of Flying Operations looking for their next challenge to lead our Rotary Wing Operations. You will oversee the management and administration of Rotary Wing Operations ensuring compliance to regulations with a focus on improving flight standards and service delivery. Through your active and visible support of the organisations Safety Management System you will be a significant contributor to the organisations safety culture and will lead by example. You will also lead organisation change promoting innovation and continuous improvement to minimise risk and maximise operational capability and efficiency.

This is a full-time 3-year contract position located in Archerfield, Brisbane.

What We Offer:

- Competitive salary package.
- 12.75% superannuation.
- Ability to Salary Sacrifice up to $17,000 reportable fringe benefit amount for QGAir Rotary Wing Employees.
- The chance to be part of a dedicated and compassionate team that makes a difference every day.
- A supportive and dynamic work environment that values teamwork and excellence.
- Work/life balance.
- Career growth and development opportunities.
- Relocation assistance available.

What we're looking for:
Mandatory requirements:

- Hold a current Australian Air Transport Pilots Licence (ATPL)
- Low Level Rating
- Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) Rating
- Multi Engine Command Instrument Rating - 5 Renewals
- Minimum 2500 hours total time
- Minimum 1500 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) Helicopter
- Minimum 500 hours Night PIC Helicopter
- Minimum 1500 hours Multi-Engine PIC Helicopter
- Minimum 1200 hours Turbine Helicopter
- Minimum 100 hours NVIS Operations
- Hold or be eligible to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
- Valid Class 1 Aviation Medical
- A comprehensive understanding of CASR 1998 Part 119, 133 and Part 138 and strong track record of operating compliantly and leading a workforce in that environment.

Highly desirable requirements:

- Flight Examiner Rating (FER)
- Flight Instructor Rating (FER) - Multi Engine or previous Military Equivalent
- AW139 Type Rating
- Hold a current and valid passport enable international travel if required.
- Tertiary qualifications in aviation, business, or project management.
- Strong people, culture, and performance management experience.
- Computer literacy - MS Word, Excel, etc.

Special Conditions

In compliance with CASA Drug and Alcohol Management Plan requirements, the preferred applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment testing and participate in the QGAir Drug and Alcohol Management Program.

The preferred applicant will be required to undertake touring duties at any base operated by the Aviation Capability Group.

The successful applicant must comply with the organisations Drug and Alcohol Management Plan.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/616453/25

Closing Date: Friday, 7th February 2025
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

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