Crewperson

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW? Working to protect the state's environment and heritage. Diverse and fulfilling ongoing, full-time Crewperson rolePackage includes salary, depending on experience ($87,862 - $99,484) and employer's contribution to superannuation.Ongoing full-time roleGreat location - BankstownAbout the role Opportunity to join a small and close-knit team as a Crewperson, making a big difference, contributing towards the conservation of the natural environment, flora, fauna, and aboriginal heritage through aerial support across NSW National Parks.
As a Crewperson, you will undertake safe and efficient operation of helicopter tasks and ensure that all ancillary equipment and gear necessary to perform the work programs are in operational condition and available for the jobs required.
You will assist the Pilot in navigation, radio, advising on obstacle clearance during landing and hovering, so safety is assured.
The position is also responsible for all aspects of the job other than flying including providing ground support, support to the Chief Pilot-Manager, Flight Operations and Pilot(s) in complying with NPWS Air Operators Certificate, the Civil Aviation Act 1998 and associated Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) orders and regulations.
About you Your passion for your community and environment, coupled with a strong attention to detail and safety will be key to your success in this role.
You'll enjoy working as part of a team but be able to work alone or with minimal supervision.
Your fitness and enthusiasm will enable you to thrive and succeed in this diverse and dynamic role.
To succeed in the role, you will have:
Experience in firefighting operations that involve winching and sling operations.
You will have experience in dealing with winch and aircraft emergencies.Experience in front left seat operations.
A high degree of accuracy and clear communication is required.Demonstrated ability to solve problems including assessment of situations and developing and evaluating several options that will take into account safety considerations.Demonstrated ability to resolve logistical problems in consultation with the Pilot and field staff, when conducting field operations, e.g., providing fuel, moving equipment, and changing landing areas.Experience in making decisions relating to aircraft safety and operations in consultation with the Pilot in command, with a demonstrated ability in Crew Resource Management.Willingness to provide a level of ground support i.e.
driving vehicles, fuel trucks.Willingness to undertake a large amount of travel for periods of up to 8 days away.Current CASA Class II Medical.CASA approved hoist operator endorsement under CASR Part 138.Experience in the operation of role equipment including: aerial incendiary machines and water buckets.Experience in rigging and handling cargo.High level navigation skills including the operation of GPS equipment.Physical fitness and the ability to work in isolated locations unsupervised individually or as part of a team.If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close: Wednesday, 22 January 2025 11:55pm.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months. Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales.
We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone.
Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
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