Aircrew Officer – Fixed Term (Adelaide)

About the role

This fixed‑term position (until 30 September 2027) is for an experienced Aircrew Officer to support Babcock's Aviation & Critical Services operations in Adelaide, working with the South Australian Ambulance Service and Police Force.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct safe helicopter flight operations in compliance with CASA, contract and company procedures.
• Complete all pre‑flight and post‑flight documentation and report any operational or maintenance issues.
• Perform EMS, Search & Rescue and police missions, providing visual observations and clearances to the pilot.
• Operate rescue hoist, night‑vision imaging systems and front‑left‑seat duties.
• Maintain, install and ensure readiness of all operational equipment.
• Secure cabin configuration and perform aircraft husbandry after each flight.
• Undertake additional tasks as directed by senior aircrew leadership.

Required profile

• Certificate IV in Airborne Operations (AVI40225) or Aviation (AVI40116/AVI40119).
• Certificate of Competency in Winching and Rappelling Operations.
• Minimum 500 hours rotary‑wing Aircrew Officer experience.
• Current CASA Class II Medical Certificate.
• Current Senior First Aid (HLTAID011) and Advanced Resuscitation (HLTAID015) certifications.
• Current HUET with EBS, ASIC (red) and Aircraft Radiotelephone Operator Certificate (AROC).
• NVIS Aircrew endorsement and Dangerous Goods Awareness or Pack & Accept certification.

Required skills

• Certificate IV – Airborne Operations or Aviation.
• Winching and rappelling competency.
• Rotary‑wing aircrew operation (≥500 hrs).
• CASA Class II medical compliance.
• Senior First Aid and Advanced Resuscitation.
• HUET with EBS.
• ASIC (red) certification.
• Aircraft Radiotelephone Operator proficiency (AROC).
• NVIS aircrew endorsement.
• Dangerous Goods handling awareness.
• Rescue hoist operation and night‑vision system use.