The WA Police Force is looking to establish a pool to fill upcoming vacancies at both Karratha and Jandakot Bases. This pool recruitment process (Ref 00929) will run for a period of twelve (12) months and may be used to fill ongoing fixed term contracts, secondments, acting/relieving and permanent opportunities.
This shift work position operates on a rotational roster basis and includes night, day, afternoon, weekends and public holiday shifts. The payment of penalties will apply.
This position has a base salary up to $91,207 p.a (dependent on flying hours). This role also attracts allowances to the value of $19,146 p.a. An Attraction and Retention Incentive amount of $22,958 p.a (payable fortnightly on a pro rata basis) is currently applicable to this position in line with Government Sector Labour Relations approval dated 8 February 2023 (subject to review from 1 July 2024).
Accommodation at Karratha may be available for this position subject to availability and eligibility.
Applicants are asked to clearly preference a location they would like to be considered for, or whether they would like to be considered for either location.
POSITION OBJECTIVE
This role ensures the safe and efficient operation of all fixed wing aircraft operated at the Police Air Wing (PAW) by piloting aircraft in accordance with all relevant procedures, regulations and legislation. Actively and openly participates in the PAW Safety Management System (SMS), promoting and fostering an open and just safety culture.
SPECIALIST PRE-REQUISITE
To be eligible for appointment, the following specialist pre-requisites must be met:
- It is a requirement that the position holder is successful in obtaining and maintaining a NEGATIVE VETTING LEVEL 1 security clearance for the duration of their appointment in the position. 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 are in the process of applying for Australian Citizenship and are eligible to receive citizenship prior to appointment.
- Holder of an Australian Commercial Pilot Licence (Aeroplane) issued pursuant to CASR Part 61.
- Holder of an Instrument Rating (Aeroplane) issued pursuant to CASR Part 61.
- Holder of a Night VFR Rating (Aeroplane).
- Experience in operating turbine powered aircraft or Multi Engine fixed wing.
- It is a requirement the position holder must hold and maintain a current Australian Class 1 Aviation Medical.
- It is a requirement of this position that applicants undertake a psychological assessment to determine their suitability, and as an incumbent, agree to undergo periodical psychological assessments, as required.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Ensure you complete, sign and scan the Integrity Check Consent Form (refer to attachment) and submit it along with your application (the Integrity Check Consent Form is not required for current WA Police Force employees).
Please ensure you have confirmed a preference location or whether you would like to be considered for either location.
Applicants are asked to address the following nominated work related requirements in no more than two (2) pages:
Experience – Flight hours
- 2000 hours as Pilot in Command of a fixed wing aircraft including a minimum of 500 hours as a Pilot in Command of a fixed wing turbine powered or Multi Engine fixed wing aircraft. Production and scrutiny of log books will be required.
Aeroplane Instrument Rating
- Holds a current valid Instrument Rating issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority of Australia, with a minimum of three (3) successful Instrument Proficiency checks as Pilot in Command of fixed wing aircraft. 100 hours of actual instrument flying time as Pilot in Command of fixed wing aircraft.
Night VFR Rating
- Night VFR Rating with 100 hours as Pilot in Command of fixed wing aircraft at night.
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 Key Accountabilities of the attached Position Description Form.
The CV must also include the names and contact details of two (2) referees who can comment on the applicant’s ability to satisfy all of the Essential Work Related Requirements. Applicants should nominate at least one immediate (most contemporary) supervisor/manager unless exceptional circumstances exist.
Please note: For applicants deemed suitable, all Essential Work Related Requirements listed in the Position Description Form will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
OTHER CONDITIONS
This POOL is being created to fill future vacancies that may arise within the Police Air Wing. This POOL will remain active for a period of twelve (12) months from the initial appointment. Applicants who are assessed as ‘suitable’ at the completion of this process, will be placed in the POOL and may be considered for future permanent and temporary vacancies as they become available.
Once an applicant from the POOL accepts a permanent position via this selection process, that applicant will be removed from the POOL. Applicants who accept a temporary vacancy will remain in the POOL and will continue to be considered for permanent opportunities as they arise.
Where an applicant in the POOL declines an opportunity (either permanent or temporary), that applicant may forfeit their right to be considered before other suitable applicants who were identified to be less competitive.
Integrity and criminal checks will be conducted if the recommended applicant for a position is not a current WA Police Force employee. Any relocation costs associated with appointment to these positions may be the responsibility of the successful applicants.
SUBSTANTIVE EQUALITY & WORK HEALTH & SAFETY (WHS) STATEMENT
The WA Police Force is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal Australians, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. The Department also promotes flexible family friendly work practices.
Throughout the recruitment process we provide reasonable adjustments to allow people with a disability to participate effectively. Reasonable adjustments can also be made available to assist you in the job, if you are successful in gaining employment.
WHS is a vital component within the WA Police Force. 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.
The WA Police Force has a duty of care to ensure employees are not adversely affected by alcohol or drugs in the workplace. The effect of alcohol or drugs can impact on the health and/or safety of the individual or others, and this behaviour is not aligned with the WA Police Force Code of Conduct. As a result, a testing regime has been established as an important way of providing assurance to the community that the expectations they hold for all members of the WA Police Force are being met. Regular testing of all employees for alcohol and drugs aims to ensure the health, welfare and safety of all personnel and promote community confidence in the WA Police Force.
FOR FURTHER JOB RELATED INFORMATION
Please contact the Chief Pilot (Fixed Wing) on telephone number (08) 6595 9777.
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) 6229 5772 during business hours (8am to 4pm, Monday – Friday), prior to the specified closing time.
FAXED, LATE OR PRO-FORMA APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Application packages and the Position Description Form are attached below.
