This position is offered as a 12 month contract/secondment opportunity with the possibility of extension. This position is temporarily funded for a finite period.
This shift work position operates on a rotational roster basis and includes night, day, afternoon, weekends and public holiday shifts.
This position has a base salary of $81,364 up to $84,442 depending on flying hours accumulated and also attracts allowances to the value of $19,146 p.a (in addition to base rate). The total remuneration for this role is from $100,510 up to $103,588 p.a.
Minimum 500 hours as a Pilot in command of Pilatus PC-12 Aircraft is essential.
Applicants may be required to base themselves at either Karratha or Jandakot during the course of their employment. Additional allowances are applicable when based at Karratha.
POSITION OBJECTIVE
This position ensures the safe and efficient operation of all fixed wing aircraft operated at the Police Air Wing (PAW) by piloting aircraft in accordance with all relevant procedures, regulations and legislation. Actively and openly participates in the PAW Safety Management System (SMS), promoting and fostering an open and just safety culture.
SPECIALIST PRE-REQUISITE
To be eligible for appointment, the following specialist pre-requisites must be met:
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It is a requirement that the position holder is successful in obtaining and maintaining a NEGATIVE VETTING LEVEL 1 security clearance for the duration of their appointment in the position. Only Australian Citizens are eligible to hold and maintain the NEGATIVE VETTING LEVEL 1 security clearance. Any applicants who are currently not an Australian Citizen must be aware that this is an essential requirement to fulfil this position (please refer to the attached position description). Whilst there is nothing to preclude applicants from applying for the position if they have not yet been granted Australian Citizenship, applicants who are successful should be aware that they cannot be appointed unless they are in the process of applying for Australian Citizenship and are eligible to receive a waiver.
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The position holder will be regularly examined for pilot and safety competence in accordance with CASA regulatory requirements and the Company CAR 217 Training and Checking System.
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Holder of an Australian Commercial Pilot Licence (Aeroplane) issued pursuant to CASR Part 61.
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Holder of an Instrument Rating (Aeroplane) issued pursuant to CASR Part 61.
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Holder of a Night VFR Rating (Aeroplane) and experience as per essential criteria.
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Experience in operating Pilatus PC-12 aircraft as per essential criteria below.
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It is a requirement the position holder must hold and maintain a current Australian Class 1 Aviation Medical.
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It is a requirement of this position that applicants undertake a psychological assessment to determine their suitability, and as an incumbent, agree to undergo periodical psychological assessments, as required.
APPLICATION PROCESS
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Please ensure you complete, sign and scan the Integrity Check Consent Form (refer attached) and submit it along with your application (the integrity check consent form is not required for current WA Police Force employees).
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Applicants are asked to address the following nominated work related requirements in no more than two (2) pages:
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Experience – Flight hours - Minimum 2000 hours as Pilot in Command of a fixed wing aircraft including a minimum of 500 hours as a Pilot in Command of Pilatus PC-12 aircraft. Production and scrutiny of log books will be required.
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Aeroplane Instrument Rating - Holds a current valid Instrument Rating issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority of Australia, with a minimum of three (3) successful Instrument Proficiency checks as Pilot in Command of fixed wing aircraft. 150 hours of actual instrument flying time as Pilot in Command of fixed wing aircraft.
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Night VFR Rating - Night VFR Rating with at least 200 hours as Pilot in Command of fixed wing aircraft at night.
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Working knowledge of relevant Legislation, regulations and orders - Civil Aviation Safety Regulations, Civil Aviation Regulations, AIP and Civil Aviation Orders and ability to understand and implement CAO 48.1. Ability to implement alternate requirements for Instrument Flight Rules for both day and night operations.
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Applicants are also required to submit a Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). Your CV should provide enough detail (dot points are sufficient) to allow the selection panel to assess your skills and experience relevant to the Key Accountabilities of the attached Position Description Form.
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The CV must also include the names and contact details of two (2) referees who can comment on the applicant’s ability to satisfy all of the Essential Work Related Requirements. Applicants should nominate at least one immediate (most contemporary) supervisor/manager unless exceptional circumstances exist.
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Please note: For applicants deemed suitable, all Essential Work Related Requirements listed in the Position Description Form will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
OTHER CONDITIONS
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Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies throughout the Portfolio. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, then the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the initial date of the appointment.
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Integrity and criminal checks will be conducted if the recommended applicant for this position is not a current WA Police Force employee. Any relocation costs associated with appointment to this position may be the responsibility of the successful applicant.
SUBSTANTIVE EQUALITY & OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH (OSH) STATEMENT
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The WA Police Force is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal Australians, young people, people with a disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. The Department also promotes flexible family friendly work practices.
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Throughout the recruitment process we provide reasonable adjustments to allow people with a disability to participate effectively. Reasonable adjustments can also be made available to assist you in the job, if you are successful in gaining employment.
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Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is a vital component within WA Police Force. Safety is a partnership between the employer and their employees and it relies on all of us working together to ensure that everyone is safe in their working environment, which enables them to go home safely. We incorporate safety in every part of our business and it is an integral part of the decision-making process.
COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS
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The WA Police Force has a duty of care to employees and a responsibility to maintain essential policing services. The current COVID-19 Pandemic Emergency poses a significant risk to the WA Police Force, with increasingly infectious and contagious variants of COVID-19 having the potential to seriously disrupt policing capacity and capability.
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To mitigate against this risk, all police employees who have not received at least one COVID-19 vaccination will be required to wear face masks while at work.
FOR FURTHER JOB RELATED INFORMATION
Please contact Chief Pilot (Fixed Wing) on telephone number (08) 6595 9777.
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
Applicants are requested to apply online. To apply online, you must have a valid email address and be ready to attach your comprehensive electronic resume, integrity check form (if required) and any additional attachments as requested in the “APPLICATION PROCESS” section of the advertisement. Please select the “APPLY FOR JOB” button at the top/bottom of this advertisement. Should you encounter any problems lodging your online application please contact Police Staff Selection and Deployment on (08) 6229 5772 during business hours (8am to 4pm, Monday – Friday), prior to the specified closing time.
FAXED, LATE OR PRO-FORMA APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Application packages and the Position Description Form are attached below.
Should you experience difficulties downloading these documents, press ‘F5’ or the ‘refresh’ icon. If you have any further issues, please contact Police Staff Selection and Deployment on the above mentioned telephone number.