Aircraft Ground Support Officer

4 days ago

Perth, Western Australia Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

As an Aircraft Ground Support Officer (AGSO) with the Australian Antarctic Division (AAD), you will be responsible for a diverse range of duties in support of fixed and rotary wing operations in Antarctica.

This is a hands-on role which will require you to operate a wide range of heavy and light machinery, along with servicing ground support requirements for a wide range of aircraft. This involves operation of machinery and manual work, including the construction, maintenance and operation of ski landing areas. You will handle aviation fuelling equipment and interface with fixed/rotary wing aircraft. You will also transport passengers and cargo to and from aviation facilities and aircraft.

Aircraft schedules are heavily influenced by weather conditions. AGSOs often work long hours (up to 12 hours) to capitalise on periods of good weather.

AGSOs are employed in summer jobs at Casey and Davis stations. Casey AGSO`s routinely assist at Wilkins Aerodrome as operational needs dictate.

The AAD Aviation Program routinely has two helicopters operating at various Antarctic locations within the program over the summer season (four to six months), as well as a small number of fixed wing aircraft.

To apply for this role, you must have the skills and licences listed below:

Qualifications/licences

Provide copy with application:

  • Driver's licence – a valid Heavy Rigid (HR) licence
  • Citizenship – In accordance with the PS Act 1999, Australian Public Service employees are required to be Australian citizens. Persons who are not Australian citizens will generally only be considered where there are no suitable Australian applicants, with next considerations being Australian residents with work rights and New Zealand citizens.

Obtain prior to commencement:

  • Valid Passport – The expiry date of the passport (and any relevant visa) must be at least 6 months beyond the planned end date of your intended stay in the Antarctic or sub-Antarctic

Wilderness First Aid (SISSS00140) will be provided during training and includes:

  • HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid
  • HLTAID010 – Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
  • HLTAID009 – Provide CPR

Certifications must be valid for at least 18 months beyond commencement, except for HLTAID009 (Provide CPR) this must be valid for at least 6 months beyond commencement.

Knowledge and experience

Hands-on experience within the last 5 years in the operation of mobile plant/equipment, in at least one of the following fields:

  • Agricultural
  • Snowfields
  • Forestry
  • Civil construction or mining environment or similar

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