Aircrew Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the rescue equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Conduct the pre-flight checks of SAR, sling load and winch equipment.
• Undertake line flying duties as an Aircrew Officer or Rescue crew Officer.
• Provide information concerning aircraft safety.
• Maintain rescue equipment in a serviceable condition.
• Assist the aircraft Commander with navigation.
• Render first aid when necessary.
• Conduct flight, task and safety briefings.

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes

Essential:

• Maintain qualifications – Aircrew Officer (Dual Qualified - Rescue Crew Officer where applicable);
• CAO 29:11 Certificate of Competency in Winching and Rappelling Operations;
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate;
• Current CASA Class II Medical Certificate;
• Current Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Certificate (HLTAID015);
• TBOSIET/HUET Qualified;
• Current Dangerous Goods Awareness Certificate;
• Ability to hold/meet the ACO role endorsement/currency requirements;
• 500 hours Rotary wing Aircrew Officer experience;
• Minimum 12 months experience in a similar role;
• Ability to pass and maintain company fitness test.
• Bronze Medallion or Community Life Saving Certificate.

Applicants must be an Australian citizen and be able to hold and maintain applicable clearances as required for the position.  

What we offer  

• A supportive and engaging environment and culture where everyone helps each other and is keen to learn;
• Training and development so you can progress your career;
• Time off or overtime where applicable; 
• A safe and exciting environment with helpful and supportive team members;
• Above award salary and conditions;
• Our core values are those of health, safety, environment, and diversity.

At OSA 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.

If you are looking for an Aircrew Officer position in a dynamic team where there is emphasis on teamwork and technological development, then OSA are looking forward to hearing from you!

We reserve the right to close this advertisement or start interviewing suitable prospective applicants without waiting for the full 30-day 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.

Role Summary

OSA Opportunity

Aircrew Officer

Who we are 

Offshore Services Australasia (OSA), formerly Babcock Offshore Services Australasia, is the leading supplier of helicopter services to the Australian Offshore industry. We operate multiple helicopter types from a number of bases throughout Australia and Timor Leste providing support to a number of the major oil and gas producers. 

About the role 

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Aircrew Officer to join our Offshore Aviation team on a full-time touring basis, supporting our helicopter operations throughout Australia and Timor Leste.

• Full-Time touring opportunity
• Touring from Capital cities
• 15 days on / 13 days off touring roster
• Ability to tour throughout Australia and Timor Leste

The role of an Aircrew Officer is a technical role proficient in the techniques necessary to perform Search and Rescue, Emergency Medical, 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 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 you can be exposed to demanding and complex tasks, while working under stressful conditions. The likelihood of exposure to traumatic and challenging situations are real and need to be considered when entering this line of work.

Working in an environment to meet client needs, certain contracts may call for diverse requirements where Aircrew Officers are expected to safely and successfully cover all facets of the position regardless of the contract. In addition, you will be required to cover various work practices (rosters). Proficiency training is a core part of the role, as is physical fitness and resilience to work under pressure.