Multi-Engine Pilot

Babcock International; Thursday Island; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15/13 touring roster

Competitive remuneration and benefits

Support aeromedical and emergency服务

Career development within Babcock MCS

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Babcock Australasia is seeking qualified AW139 Helicopter Pilots to join our Aviation & Critical Services team for the Queensland Health operation based on Horn Island, Queensland. This Touring role operates on a 15 days on / 13 days off roster, supporting aeromedical transport and emergency service missions across Far North Queensland, with potential deployment to other Babcock locations as needed.

We require extensive hours on type, current medical and CASA approvals, and readiness to travel

Qualifications

• AW139 type rating with 100+ hours on type.
• CPL(H) (ATPL(H) preferred).
• Current Class 1 Medical.
• Instrument Rating with MEH endorsement and renewals.
• Minimum 2,500 hours total helicopter time.
• Minimum 1,500 hours PIC helicopter.
• Minimum 1,200 hours turbine helicopter.
• Minimum 100 hours night PIC.
• NVIS rating and Low Level rating with Winch endorsement.
• Vaccination compliance per contract.
• B412 100+ hours on type; H145 100+ hours on type.

Responsibilities

• Join Aviation & Critical Services team supporting Queensland Health operations on Horn Island.
• Deliver mission-critical aeromedical and emergency service missions with AW139 helicopters.
• Operate on a 15 days on / 13 days off touring roster; may be deployed to other Babcock locations as needed.
• Maintain CASA compliance and aircraft currency; ensure high safety and mission readiness.
• Contribute to development and execution of critical aviation services across Far North Queensland.

Skills

AW139 rating

CASA CPL(H)

Class 1 Medical

MEH Endorsement

Total helicopter hours

PIC hours

Turbine hours

Night PIC

NVIS Rating

Low Level Rating

Winch Endorsement

Vaccination compliant

B412 Rating

H145 Rating

Job description

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Location: Abbotsford, VIC, AU, 3067

Onsite or Hybrid: OnSite

Join a high-performing aviation team delivering critical aeromedical and rescue services when communities need them most.

Work with a highly experienced AW139 team delivering mission-critical services in a unique operational environment.

15/13 touring roster, providing extended time at home between swings.

Support critical aeromedical and emergency service operations across the Torres Strait and Far North Queensland on a 15/13 touring roster.

About the role

We are seeking applications from qualified AW139 Helicopter Pilots to join our Aviation & Critical Services team in support of our Queensland Health operation based on Horn Island, Queensland.

At Babcock Mission Critical Services, we deliver critical aviation capability supporting emergency services, government agencies and communities across Australia.

This is a Touring position, with successful applicants operating on a 15 days on / 13 days off roster supporting aeromedical transport and emergency service operations throughout Far North Queensland. Pilots may also be deployed to other Babcock locations to support operational requirements as needed.

About you

Essential qualifications are based upon contract requirements. The successful candidate must satisfy the following minimum qualifications and experience:

• AW139 Type Rating and 100+ hours command on type


• CASA CPL(H) (ATPL(H) preferred)


• Current Class 1 Medical


• Instrument Rating with MEH endorsement and minimum three renewals


• Minimum 2,500 hours total helicopter time


• Minimum 1,500 hours PIC helicopter


• Minimum 1,200 hours turbine helicopter time


• Minimum 100 hours night PIC


• NVIS Rating


• Low Level Rating with Winch Endorsement


• Comply with contract vaccination requirements


• B412 Type Rating and 100+ hours command on type


• H145 Type Rating and 100+ hours command on type

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you

• Touring roster of 15 days on / 13 days off


• Competitive remuneration and benefits


• Opportunity to support critical aeromedical and emergency service operations


• Career development within Babcock Mission Critical Services


• Access to wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave and defence reservist leave


• Learning and development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning and study assistance


• Employee discounts through our beRewarded platform


• Recognition through our weRecognise program

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Who we are

Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in-country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company.

Our team of more than 1,800 professionals deliver critical services across defence, emergency services and government sectors. From lifesaving helicopter missions and fleet management to maritime sustainment and secure communications, we help our customers fulfil their mission.

To learn more about us, visit www.babcock.com.au.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Please note, should your application progress, you may be required to complete pre-employment checks including reference checks, police checks, qualifications verification and right-to-work checks.

Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer. We commit to responding to every applicant.