As a Line Pilot (Rotary Wing) with the WA Police you will gain a range of training and experiences that are not available with other employers. You will have the opportunity to support the TRG, assist police patrols and winch in night operations using Night Vision Goggles; Be involved in tactical flying operations with the TRG including assaults and live fire missions; Assist the Water Police and perform Search and Rescue roles on both land and sea throughout the State; Conduct day and night patrols to assist police on the ground, detect traffic offenders and locate stolen cars; Conduct drug detection and eradication operations; Air ambulance backup; Be involved in air surveillance operations and K9 transport and deployment.
This is a shift work position and is rostered for day, afternoon and night shifts and may be required to work outside these shifts to meet operational requirements. Shifts in excess of normal hours of duty will be remunerated accordingly.
POSITION OBJECTIVE
This position ensures the safe and efficient operation of all rotary wing aircraft operated by the Police Air Wing by piloting the aircraft in accordance with the Civil Aviation Regulations, the Civil Aviation Orders and Western Australian Police Air Wing Operations Manual.
SPECIALIST PRE-REQUISITES
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The job holder must hold and maintain NEGATIVE VETTING LEVEL 1 security clearance within six (6) months of appointment. Only Australian Citizens are eligible to hold and maintain the NEGATIVE VETTING LEVEL 1 security clearance. Any applicants who are currently not an Australian Citizen must be aware that this is an essential requirement to fulfil this position (please refer to the attached position description). Whilst there is nothing to preclude applicants from applying for the position if they have not yet been granted Australian Citizenship, applicants who are successful should be aware that they cannot be appointed unless they have been granted Australian Citizenship prior to the completion of the selection process.
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Possession of an Australian Airline Transport Pilot License (helicopter - with twin turbine endorsement).
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Holder of a Night Visual Rules (VFR) endorsement.
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Holder of a current Australian Aviation Medical (Class 1).
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please ensure you complete an Integrity Check Consent Form (refer attached) and submit it along with your application (the integrity check consent form is not required for current WAPOL employees).
Applicants are asked to address all of the essential and desirable work related requirements (as listed below) in no more than six (6) pages:
Essential WORK RELATED REQUIREMENTS
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Completed at least 3 Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) renewals
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Minimum 2000 hours total helicopter experience of which 1000 hours must be Pilot In Command (PIC) and 500 hours must be as PIC of a twin engine helicopter
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Proficient knowledge of the Australian Civil Aviation Regulations and Orders
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Written and verbal communication skills
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Interpersonal skills
DESIRABLE WORK RELATED REQUIREMENTS
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Possesses an Endorsement specific to Aircraft currently operated by WAPOL
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Possesses a current Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) rating
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Possesses a Night Vision Goggles (NVG) endorsement
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Possesses a winching endorsement qualification
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Possesses a Rappelling/Fast Roping endorsement qualification
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Possesses a Low Flying Endorsement (LFE) certification
Applicants are also required to submit a Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), Your CV should provide enough detail (dot points are sufficient) to allow the selection panel to assess your skills, experience and qualifications relevant to the Accountabilities/Duties of attached Job Description Form.
The CV must also include the names of two (2) referees who can comment on the applicant’s ability to satisfy all of the Essential Work Related Requirements.
Please note: For applicants deemed suitable, all Essential Work Related Requirements listed in the Position Description Form will be assessed as some stage during the selection process.
OTHER CONDITIONS
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies throughout the metropolitan area. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position/s, then the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the initial date of the appointment.
Integrity and criminal checks will be conducted if the recommenced applicant for this position is not current WA Police employee. Any relocation costs associated with appointment to this position may be the responsibility of the successful applicant.
SUBSTANTIVE EQUALITY & OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH (OSH) STATEMENT
The Western Australia Police in an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for position within our agency. The Department also promotes flexible family friendly work practices.
Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is a vital component within WA Police. Safety is a partnership between the employer and their employees and it relies on all of us working together to ensure that everyone is safe in their working environment, which enables them to go home safely. We incorporate safety in every part of our business and it is an integral part of the decision-making process.
FOR FURTHER JOB RELATED INFORMATION
Please contact Captain Rohan Armstrong on telephone number (08) 9411 7222 (not to be contacted for job application packages).
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
Applicants are requested to apply online. To apply online, you must have a valid email address and be ready to attach your comprehensive electronic resume, integrity check form (if required) and any additional attachments as requested in the “APPLICATION PROCESS” section of the advertisement. Please select the “APPLY FOR JOB” button at the top/bottom of this advertisement. Should you encounter any problems lodging your online application please contact Police Staff Selection and Deployment on (08) 9260 7686 during business hours (8am to 4pm, Monday – Friday).
If you are unable to submit your application electronically please refer to the Job Application Package for other alternatives.
FAXED, LATE OR PRO-FORMA APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Application packages and the Position Description Form are attached below. Should you experience difficulties downloading these documents please contact Police Staff Selection and Deployment on the above mentioned telephone number.