Aviation Ground Support/UAV Pilot

Aeropower; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aeropower is seeking casual Ground Support and UAV workers to join our team, with potential to transition to full-time for the right candidate. Crews operate on a 19 day on, 9 days off roster pattern, with two days off per tour, though availability will be considered.

Work is based mainly in Western Australia and New South Wales, with occasional national travel to support crews across Australia. Pre-employment checks, a HR or higher licence and CASA RPAS license are required, plus strong

Qualifications

• Minimum of a current HR licence (or above) with driving experience.
• CASA-issued RPA license with multi-rotor category.
• Commitment to Aeropower values and being a team player.
• Be prepared to work 8–10 hour days.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written).
• Must be fit and able to climb stairs on vehicles and flight deck.
• Pre-employment Drug & Alcohol and Audio test required.

Responsibilities

• Support UAV crews across Australia as required.
• Work on rosters with 19 days on / 9 days off, two days off per tour.
• Occasional travel to support crews across Australia with allowances.

Skills

Strong communication

Safety focused

Good mechanical knowledge

Team player

Education

HR license (or above)

CASA-issued RPA license (multi-rotor)

Dangerous Goods (Road Transport) Licence

First Aid & CPR training

Job description

Expressions of interest are currently being sought for casual Ground Support/UAV workers to join our team, with the potential for full-time work for the right candadate.

Crews tour on a 19 day on, 9 days off roster pattern with two days off per tour, however your availability will also be considered.

Work is primarily based in W.A & N.S.W, however on occasions there may be a requirement to support our crews across Australia, with operational allowances (conditions apply), and a Tax-Free Meal Allowance paid as well.

Must haves

• Minimum of a current HR (or above) licence with demonstrated driving experience, and no major offences within the last 3 years.
• CASA-issued RPA licence with multi-rotor category.
• Commitment to Aeropower values
• Be a Team player who is happy to contribute to solutions to issues that may arise
• Be prepared to work average 8–10-hour days supporting your team
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written)
• Safety focused.
• Good mechanical knowledge
• Must be fit and able to continuously climb stairs on truck/s and flight deck
• Must be prepared to undertake pre-employment Drug & Alcohol, and Audio test.
• Calm in all situations and understands the challenges of change and growth
• Sponsorship not available, must have full working rights with no restrictions

Nice to haves:

• CASA issued RPA license with multi-rotor category
• More than 50 hours of logged RPAS flight time.
• Dangerous Goods (Road Transport) Licence or able to obtain one (pass medical)
• Synchromesh and Automatic gear box experience
• Industry White (Construction) Card
• Current First Aid & CPR training