Aircrew Officer

StarFlight Australia Pty; Hobart; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

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Job summary

StarFlight Australia is seeking an Aircrew Officer to join the Cambridge Aerodrome, Hobart team. You will perform front-left seat and rear cabin duties on a 4-on/4-off roster, delivering aeromedical, SAR and emergency services across Australia’s challenging environments.

Mandatory experience includes aeromedical retrieval, SAR/EMS, and a CASA Class 2 Medical Certificate. Applicants must have 500+ helicopter aircrew hours and be within 2 hours of Hobart.

Qualifications

• Minimum 500 hours as a Helicopter Aircrew Officer.
• SAR/EMS experience is required.
• CASA Class 2 Medical Certificate.
• Full, unrestricted working rights in Australia.
• Winch Endorsement.
• Domiciled within 2 hours drive of Hobart.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pilot to carry out aeromedical, search and rescue, emergency and counter disaster operations and other government support duties.
• Ensure the Captain is promptly advised on safety, serviceability or effectiveness of the aircraft.
• Carry out duties and training per StarFlight Australia Operations Manual.
• Ensure flight and task documentation is accurately completed and crews are briefed/debriefed.
• Undertake and support operational duties during emergencies and disasters.

Skills

Aircrew experience

Operational coordination

Teamwork under pressure

Education

Certificate IV Aviation – Aircrew Officer

Job description

StarFlight Australia — a joint venture between LifeFlight Australia, and Linfox group —delivers specialist helicopter operations for Medical Transport, Search and Rescue, Aerial Law enforcement, and Aerial firefighting across Australia. Our skilled crews and state-of-the-art aircraft operate to the highest safety and performance standards possible, ensuring vital missions are carried out with precision, professionalism, and care.

About the Role

As a result of a promotion within the team, we are seeking a new Aircrew Officer to join our team based at Cambridge Aerodrome in Hobart.

We’re seeking a highly skilled, and outcome focussed ACO to deliver rapid aeromedical interventions, police response and search & rescue operations in Australia’s most challenging environment. 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.

Working a 4 on/4 off roster, you’ll take on front-left seat and rear cabin duties for critical missions. These include:

• Winch operations over land and water
• Primary response tasks
• Search and rescue (SAR) missions
• Inter-facility transfers

About You

We are looking for experienced Aircrew Officers who can demonstrate a background in aeromedical retrieval, search and rescue, or aerial law enforcement / military, and is looking for their next challenge. Along with excellent communication skills, and a keen interest in being part of a team, you will be comfortable offering operational support including administrative and other non-flight tasks.

Key Accountabilities

As an Aircrew Officer, your key accountabilities are to:

• Assist the pilot to carry out all aeromedical, search and rescue, emergency and counter disaster operations and other government support duties.
• Ensure the Captain is promptly advised on all matters affecting the safety, serviceability or effectiveness of the aircraft or the operation.
• Carry out all duties and training in accordance with the StarFlight Australia’s Operations Manual.
• Assist in ensuring that all flight and task documentation is accurately completed and that all crews are adequately briefed and de briefed on any deficiencies promptly addressed.
• Undertake and support operational duties during emergencies and disasters as necessary.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Full, unrestricted working rights in Australia
• A safety-first attitude
• Enthusiasm and a drive to achieve and maintain the highest level of competency for Medical Transport and Emergency Service Operations
• Hold or to obtain a Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) Tasmania
• Domiciled within 2 hours drive of Hobart
• Minimum 500 hours as a Helicopter Aircrew Officer
• Certificate IV Aviation – Aircrew Officer
• SAR / EMS experience
• Winch Endorsement
• CASA Class 2 Medical Certificate
• Level 2 Occupational Health and Safety First Aid Qualification
• Crew Resource Management / Human Factors
• Ability to pass the LifeFlight Functionality Assessment (ACO)

Highly Desirable:

• Minimum 100 hours NVIS experience, including night winching
• Front Left Hand Seat Operations (IFR)
• SAR / EMS experience on B412 or EC/H145
• AROC (Aeronautical Radio Operator’s Certificate)
• FLIR operations
• Be fully vaccinated against MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Varicella, Pertussis, Hepatitis B

Functionality Assessment:

The Functionality Test for the ACO role is made of the following components and is to be completed within a two (2) hour timeframe.

• Assessment 1 – Abdominal Strength Test – 30 sit-ups under 2 minutes
• Assessment 2 – Upper Body Strength Test – 20 push-ups under 2 minutes
• Assessment 3 – Safe lifting techniques – 5 kettlebell deadlifts
• Assessment 4 – 1km Equipment Transfer (16kg) – under 10 minutes
• Assessment 5 – 500m Stretcher Carry (16kg) – under 6 minutes

What’s in it for you?

Work/Life Balance: Enjoy genuine work-life balance with a predictable 4-on/4-off roster that lets you plan life around your schedule. Based in Hobart, you’ll enjoy the best of Tasmania—spectacular hikes, pristine beaches, a thriving food and wine scene, plus great schools, affordable housing, and a safe, welcoming community—so you and your family can make the most of your downtime in one of Australia’s most liveable cities.

Operational Excellence: StarFlight Australia is a partnership between LifeFlight Australia and the Linfox group of companies, combining aviation, medical, logistics, and transport expertise with a shared mission: saving lives and serving communities. Backed by LifeFlight’s reputation for excellence in aeromedical and rescue services, and StarFlight Victoria’s support of Aerial Law Enforcement operations, StarFlight Australia’s operational strength and diversity delivers state-of-the-art capability across Australia.

Meaningful Impact: You will have an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people's lives. The organisation is dedicated to saving lives, delivering critical care services, and responding to emergencies. Employees can take pride in contributing to a mission-driven organisation focused on making a positive difference in the community.

Collaboration & Support: We are committed to fostering a culture of camaraderie and teamwork. Our aeromedical operations thrive on the close collaboration between medical professionals, pilots, and support staff, all working together in high-pressure environments. We value a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals can rely on one another, creating a strong sense of purpose and unity. By harnessing the power of teamwork and pooling our strengths, we believe we can overcome any challenge, achieve our goals, and find fulfillment in the critical work we do.

Salary Packaging Options: As an employee, you have the opportunity to benefit from salary packaging, allowing you to allocate up to $15,900 per Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) year towards general living expenses. This includes covering various everyday costs like groceries, petrol, mortgage, rent and school fees, providing you with added financial flexibility and support.

At LifeFlight, we’re committed to serving all communities across Queensland and beyond.

We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply.

We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diversity brings to our team and the communities we support.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a growing organisation that is dedicated to saving lives and serving the community.

If you believe you have the necessary skills and experiences we would love to hear from you today.

This position is only open to Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents, or those with unrestricted work rights in Australia. Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered.

Preference for the successful applicant to be fully vaccinated against MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Varicella, Pertussis, Hepatitis B and vaccinated and hold or be eligible to hold a Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (WRVP) Tasmania as a condition of employment.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo background checks including a national police check as a condition of employment.

Candidates please note:

All roles are based in Tasmania, and we’re looking for people who are ready to call this beautiful state home. No FIFO.

Applications close Friday, 13 November 2026.