23 Aug
|
Aviation Careers Australia
|
Hobart
23 Aug
Aviation Careers Australia
Hobart
About The Company StarFlight Australia is a joint venture between LifeFlight Australia and Linfox Group, delivering specialist helicopter operations across Medical Transport, Search and Rescue, Aerial Law Enforcement, and Aerial Firefighting throughout Australia. Our skilled crews and state-of-the-art aircraft operate to the highest standards of safety and performance, ensuring every mission is carried out with precision, professionalism, and care.
About The Role We are seeking a qualified RW Pilot to join our team at our Hobart/Cambridge base. Working a 4/4 roster, we are seeking highly skilled, and outcome focused pilots to deliver rapid aeromedical interventions, police response and search & rescue operations in Australia's most challenging setting. From day one, you'll serve as the vital link in Tasmania's health and Police network, saving lives and improving patient outcomes for isolated regional and remote communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the Pilot-In-Command (PIC) in accordance with the StarFlight Australia (SFA) AOC and Exposition, adhering to published administrative procedures and company policies.
- Maintaining crew co-ordination and co-operation in a multi-crew environment.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols and statutory requirements for the safe, effective, and efficient operation of company aircraft.
- Be prepared to fully support the Tasmanian Emergency Air Services (TEAS) contract, including adhering to community health guidelines where required.
- Prioritise the well-being and safety of all staff, aircrew, passengers, and patients.
- Identify, manage,
and appropriately refer operational and safety risks in accordance with company policy and procedures.
- Implement and actively participate in the safety management system, workplace health and safety system, and risk management system.
- Assist with media and public relations activities, fostering goodwill with the public at all times.
Essential Requirements
- ATPL(H) or CPL(H) with ATPL(H) subjects.
- CIR MEH with minimum 3 renewals (IPCs). NVFR(H). NVIS(H). LL-SO. LL-WR.
- > 2500 hours Helicopter. >2000 hours PIC Helicopter. >1500 hours PIC Turbine Helicopter. >500 hours PIC Multi-Engine Helicopter.
- > 100 hours under the IFR. >100 hours PIC Night Unaided. >100 hours PIC on B412 or BK117/H145. >30 hours NVIS.
- Class 1 medical. Dangerous Goods Certificate.
- Be fully vaccinated against MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Varicella, Pertussis, Hepatitis B.
- Hold or able to obtain a Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) Tasmania.
- Must be domiciled within 2 hours drive of Hobart.
Desirable
- HUET/EBS.
- Previous SAR/ALE experience.
Benefits/What We Offer
- Work/Life Balance: genuine work-life balance with a predictable 4-on/4-off roster.
- Backed by LifeFlight's reputation for excellence in aeromedical and rescue services, and StarFlight Victoria's support of Aerial Law Enforcement operations.
- Salary Packaging Options: up to $15,900 per Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) year towards general living expenses.
How to Apply Applications close 5pm, Friday, 11 September 2026. All roles are based in Tasmania (no FIFO). Successful applicants will be required to undergo national police check as a condition of employment.
📌 Pilot - Rotary Wing - StarFlight (Hobart)
🏢 Aviation Careers Australia
📍 Hobart