We are seeking highly skilled Aircrew Officers to join our dynamic rotary wing team in Townsville and make a real difference to the lives of those in need. You will assist the pilot to carry out all aeromedical, search and rescue, emergency and counter disaster operations and other government support duties. Your flight experience will ensure you can work as an effective team member within the aircraft whilst conducting primary rescues, secondary interhospital transfers and counter disaster work alongside frontline Queensland Government services.

Considering a move to join QGAir in Townsville? Relocation assistance is available, and we encourage applications from qualified candidates eager to relocate.

About Us

Queensland Government Air (QGAir) forms part of the Queensland Police Service (QPS), Aviation Capability Group (ACG) and provides government aviation services specialising in both rotary and fixed‑wing operations in support of the QPS and partner agencies in regular and emergency response operations across Queensland.

The Role

Assist the pilot with all aeromedical, search and rescue, emergency and counter‑disaster operations, and other government support duties. Work as an effective team member within the aircraft while conducting primary rescues, secondary inter‑hospital transfers and counter‑disaster work alongside frontline Queensland Government services.

What We Offer

- Market-competitive salary
- 12.75% superannuation
- Salary sacrifice up to $17,000 reportable fringe benefit amount
- Be a part of a dedicated and compassionate team, making a difference every day
- A supportive and dynamic work environment that values teamwork and excellence
- Career growth and development opportunities




- Relocation assistance available

Mandatory Requirements

- Danger Goods Awareness Training
- Crew Resource Management / Human Factors Training
- Minimum 100 hours logged Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) Aircrew member experience
- CASA Aviation Class 2 Medical Certificate
- Winch Endorsement (from an approved Training and Checking Organisation)
- AVI40225 Certificate IV in Airborne Operations (or equivalent) with the following elective units completed:
- Conduct winching operations
- Perform non‑pilot cockpit duties
- Conduct night vision imaging system operations
- Conduct helicopter landing site and unprepared helicopter landing site operations

- Aeronautical Radio Operators Certificate including Level 6 English Language Proficiency

Highly Desirable Requirements

- AW 139 Type Endorsement with relevant experience on type
- Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Aircrew Officer Front Left Hand Seat (FLHS) experience
- Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET)
- Emergency Breathing Systems (EBS) Training
- SAR/EMS experience on AW139

Special Conditions

Applicants must pass the Aircrew Officer Physical Fitness Test prior to appointment and annually thereafter. The fitness assessment comprises one of the following options:

- 400m swim in under 10 minutes
- Completion of the Rockport Fitness Walk Test (1.6km walk) with a minimum standard of a ‘Good' assessment on the Rockport calculator
- Completion of a 2.4km run with a minimum standard of a ‘Good' assessment on the ExRx.net Distance Run calculator

The application must remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/ /26

Closing Date: Thursday, 1st October 2026

Occupational group: Aviation

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📌 Aircrew Officer (Townsville)
🏢 Queensland Police Service
📍 Townsville