Line Pilot - Rotary Wing

NSW Police Force; Canterbury-Bankstown; Presencial; AUD 108.000 - 192.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Flexible work options

Annual leave loading

Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport)

Flu vaccination available

Salary packaging options

Public transport access

Descripción de la vacante

The NSW Police Force invites applications for a Line Pilot - Rotary Wing based in Bankstown. The role covers flying under IFR in single pilot multi-engine helicopters to support the Aviation Command and Police Transport and Public Safety Command.

A history of high-precision flight operations is essential. Required are a Class 1 Medical, CPL/ATPL (H), IR(H) (ME), NVIS Grade 1, and substantial PIC hours with low level experience.

Formación

• Valid Class 1 Medical
• Commercial Pilot Licence (H) or ATPL (H)
• Helicopter Instrument Rating (IR H) (ME)
• Night Vision Imaging Rating (Grade 1)
• Low Level Rating – winch, sling
• 3000 hours PIC helicopter
• 1000 hours experience turbine-powered helicopter aircraft
• 200 hours PIC night experience
• Low level experience in helicopters

Responsabilidades

• Fly single pilot multi-engine helicopters under instrument flight rules in a safe and professional manner.
• Support all operations of the aviation command and NSWPF objectives.

Educación

Commercial Pilot Licence (H) or ATPL (H)

Helicopter Instrument Rating (IR H) (ME)

Night Vision Imaging Rating (Grade 1)

Low Level Rating – winch, sling

3000 hours PIC helicopter

1000 hours experience turbine-powered helicopter aircraft

200 hours PIC night experience

Low level experience in helicopters

Descripción del empleo

• Line Pilot
• Temporary/Ongoing Full-time/Part-time
• Bankstown
• Up to $191,689 pa – Base $107,596 to $124,145 + Loading 11.5% + Flying Allowance $13,267 + IFR Allowance $15,000 + NVIS Allowance $15,000 + NVIS Tactical Allowance $10,000

About us

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

About the role

We have an opportunity for a Line Pilot - Rotary Wing to be part of our Aviation Command, Police Transport and Public Safety Command. The position of rotary line pilot to undertake the responsibility of flying single pilot multi-engine helicopters under the instrument flight rules in a safe and professional manner support all operations of the aviation command and NSWPF objectives.

The successful candidates must hold the following requirements:

• Valid Class 1 Medical
• Commercial Pilot Licence (H) or ATPL (H)
• Helicopter Instrument Rating (IR H) (ME)
• Night Vision Imaging Rating (Grade 1)
• Low Level Rating – winch, sling
• 3000 hours PIC helicopter
• 1000 hours experience turbine-powered helicopter aircraft
• 200 hours PIC night experience
• Low level experience in helicopters

The successful position occupant may also be eligible to receive additional qualification-based allowances, subject to maintaining eligibility including attainment (and ongoing maintenance) of the following qualifications and delegate approval:

• Instrument Flight Rules (IFR): $15,000 per annum
• Night Vision Imagery System (NVIS): $15,000 per annum
• Bonus payment – upon attainment of all NVIS proficiencies (NVIS SAR – Winch, NVIS Tactical - Fast Rope, Aerial Fire Support (AFS – Sniping): $5,000 per annum
• Following 12-months of having completed:
  • a) Certification in Instrument Flight Rules;
  • b) and all NVIS proficiencies (NVIS SAR – Winch, NVIS Tactical - Fast Rope, Aerial Fire Support (AFS – Sniping) – $5,000 per annum)

View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)

What we can offer you

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

• competitive salary;
• flexible work options;
• annual leave loading;
• corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
• free annual influenza vaccination;
• salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease; and
• convenient location for public transport and to shops etc.

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:

• an Australian Citizen;
• a permanent resident of Australia; or
• a New Zealand citizen.

Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.

Our commitment to Diversity

At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.

We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you:

• Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at [e-mail]
• Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [e-mail]
• Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [e-mail]

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

For Technical assistance please contact: [e-mail] (Please include the word Taleo in the subject line)

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Application contact details

If you have questions or would like to learn more about this role, please reach out to the contact below:

Contact

A/Inspector Christine Woods [phone]

Application close date

20 September 2026 at 11:59pm

Reference number

0000BDUP