Search and Rescue

CHC provides unmatched helicopter services that enable our customers to reach beyond – to work in remote and challenging destinations that limit others – and come home safely. We are dedicated to our purpose of getting our customers where they need to be, when they need to be there, anywhere in the world – safely and reliably. All you have to do is get on board

At CHC, we pride ourselves on our values and culture:
Accountability: Take pride and ownership of our actions and results.
Collaboration: Working together with transparency and trust to drive continuous improvement.
Care: Creating a safe and sustainable environment for all.
Integrity: Doing what's right and fostering a culture of respect.
Excellence: Prioritizing quality services and setting industry standards.

Search and Rescue - Aircrew Officer

Amberley, QLD

Reach Beyond

CHC Helicopter is a leader in the provision of helicopter support to the offshore energy market, search & rescue, and government departments, as well as organizations requiring helicopter maintenance, repair, and overhaul services through its Heli-One division.

For more than 75 years, CHC Helicopter has provided safe, reliable, and cost-effective helicopter services in some of the most remote and challenging environments around the world. Our dedication to safety and reputation for quality and innovation help our customers reach beyond what they thought possible.

All you have to do is get on board.

The role of an Aircrew Officer is a technical crew role proficient in the technique necessary to perform Search and Rescue, Emergency Medical, Rappelling, Sling Loading, Passenger Transport and Winching Operations. The Aircrew Officer is responsible to the aircraft captain for the safe and efficient management of the aircraft's rear cabin and during flying operations. 

The role is performed in various onshore and offshore environments, where it shares the common objective to render assistance to personnel in emergency situations.  At times, crews can be exposed to demanding and complex tasks, while working under stressful conditions.  Whether SAR or EMS, the likelihood of exposer to traumatic and challenging situations are real and need to be considered when entering this line of work.

In an environment to meet client needs, certain contracts may call for diverse requirements where Aircrew Officer are expected to safely and successfully cover all facets of the position regardless of the contract. In addition, crews are required to cover various work practices (rosters) that entail day and night operations all year round. Proficiency training is a core part of the role, as is physical fitness and resilience to work under pressure.

 Essential:

• Current CASA – Class II medical,
• Current Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen (HLTAID015),
• Current Provide First Aid (HLTAID011),
• Flight Radiotelephone Operators License (current),
• Must hold CASA approved hoist endorsement under CASR PART 133/13.

Desirable:

• Cert IV in Aviation (CASA compliance),
• SAR/EMS Experience,
• Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (H.U.E.T) & Emergency Breathing Systems (EBS),
• SLS Bronze Medallion & Certificate II Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue),
• NVIS qualified & Night Operation Experience,
• FLIR imagery systems Experience.

Skills/Experience:

• Possess a current class 1 driver’s license,
• Be over 18yrs of age at time of selection,
• Minimum 500hrs aircrew experience,
• Pass Company physical fitness assessments as required,
• Effective communication, planning and organisation skills,
• Excellent critical thinking skills,
• Working knowledge of all relevant IT systems,
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities in a complex and urgent environment.

Attributes/Behaviours:

• Actively demonstrates Safety as a priority,
• Initiative-taking in maintaining physical fitness and mental wellbeing,
• Growth mindset in learning,
• Collaborator with a collective team approach to tasks,
• Resilience to working under pressure,
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision,
• Flexible and Adaptable approach,
• Respectful to others.

Applicants must be an Australian citizen and be able to hold and maintain applicable clearances as required for the position, CHC does not provide visa sponsorship.

At CHC we believe a diverse workforce makes us stronger. We want our people to be proud of who they are and where they come from. We will support our colleagues to work safely together, take care of each other and feel empowered and valued in sharing ideas as we create an organisation where we celebrate our differences. Our commitment to maintaining and growing a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone can achieve their full potential, will ensure a strong and sustainable future for everyone.

We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all genders, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from diverse backgrounds.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement or start interviewing suitable perspective applicants without waiting for the full advertising period to end. Therefore, we urge suitable applicants to submit their application as soon as possible.

We reserve the right to contact only shortlisted candidates.