[EOI] NVIS SAR Technical Crew – Australia

CHC provides unmatched helicopter services that enable our customers to reach beyond – to work in remote and challenging destinations that limit others – and come home safely. We are dedicated to our purpose of getting our customers where they need to be, when they need to be there, anywhere in the world – safely and reliably. All you have to do is get on board!

At CHC, we pride ourselves on our values and culture:
Simplicity: Finding the most efficient way in everything we do
Agility: Moving quickly and decisively
Collaboration: Working together with candor and transparency
Innovation: Creating solutions and leading change
Ownership: Working with passion and doing what needs to be done

Expressions of Interest

RAAF SAR Air Crewmember

Fixed Base – Nowra

Reach Beyond!

CHC provides unmatched helicopter services that enable our customers to reach beyond – to work in remote and challenging destinations that limit others – and come home safely. We are dedicated to our purpose of getting our customers where they need to be, when they need to be there, anywhere in the world – safely and reliably. All you have to do is get on board.

The role of an Air Crewmember is a technical crew role proficient in the technique necessary to perform Search and Rescue, Emergency Medical, Rappelling, Sling Loading, Passenger Transport and Winching Operations.  The Air Crewmember is responsible to the aircraft captain for the safe and efficient management of the aircraft’s rear cabin and during flying operations.

The role is performed in various onshore and offshore environments, where it shares the common objective to render assistance to personnel in emergency situations.  At times, crews can be exposed to demanding and complex tasks, while working under stressful conditions.  Whether SAR or EMS, the likelihood of exposer to traumatic and challenging situations are real and need to be considered when entering this line of work.

In an environment to meet client needs, certain contracts may call for diverse requirements where Air Crewmember are expected to safely and successfully cover all facets of the position regardless of the contract. In addition, crews are required to cover various work practices (rosters) that entail day and night operations all year round. Proficiency training is a core part of the role, as is physical fitness and resilience to work under pressure.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain dual qualifications – Air Crewmember & Rescue Crewmember
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Conduct safe flight operations complying with company operations manuals and relevant regulations
• Assist the Air crewman/Utility Winch Operator in the management of the aircraft rear cabin during flying operations.
• Conduct appropriate flight and safety briefings
• Thorough knowledge of all search and rescue equipment and operating in a safe, reliable manner.
• Complete appropriate pre-flight & post flight inspection and documentation
• Conduct aircraft flight preparation and post-flight husbandry
• Report on all operational and maintenance safety deficiencies, and assist with replacement of unserviceable equipment
• Render appropriate first aid where necessary and the ability to be performed under demanding conditions
• Able to travel to all CHC bases, including training and deployment locations
• Be able to complete the company fitness test on a periodic basis
• A visible safety champion who will challenge unsafe acts and pursue improvements in safety culture and behaviour
• May be assigned other tasks and duties as required to support the business

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes

Essential:

• Cert IV in Aviation (CASA compliance)
• Current CASA – Class II medical
• Current Provide Advanced Resuscitation and oxygen (HLTAID015)
• Current Provide First Aid (HLTAID011)
• Certificate II Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue)
• Flight Radiotelephone operators License (current)
• Must hold CASA approved hoist endorsement under CASR PART 133/138

Desirable:

• SAR/EMS Experience
• Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (H.U.E.T) & Emergency Breathing Systems (EBS)
• NVIS qualified & Night Operation Experience
• FLIR imagery systems Experience

Skills/Experience

• Possess a current class 1 driver’s license
• Be over 18yrs of age at time of selection
• Minimum 500hrs aircrew experience
• Pass Company physical fitness assessments as required
• Strong communication, planning and organisation skills
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Working knowledge of all relevant IT systems
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities in a complex and urgent environment

Attitudes/Behaviors

• Actively demonstrates Safety as a priority
• Proactive in maintaining physical fitness and mental wellbeing
• Growth mindset in learning
• Team player with a collaborative approach
• Resilience to working under pressure
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Flexible and Adaptable approach
• Respectful to others

If you are looking to be part of CHC’s dynamic technical crew team, please apply online or visit CHC Careers: www.chcheli.com/careers. Please upload an updated version of your Resume and complete the online questionnaire to be considered for this role.

To express your interest in the SAR Rescue Crew Member position, please apply online by visiting Job Openings on the Landing Pad to search for the vacancy.

Please upload an updated Word format of your Resume/CV to be considered for this role.