Alternate Head of Flying Operations (AHOFO) HeliSpirit is a leading helicopter company with its head office located in Kununurra and a number of satellite bases throughout the Kimberley, Pilbara, and Goldfields in WA, and also in the Northern Territory.
We are proudly in our 40th year of providing a broad range of helicopter services including aerial work, passenger transport, contract and tourism services with our extensive fleet of over 25 aircraft including AS350, B206, B206(L), R66, R44 and R22 types.
About the Role
HeliSpirit is seeking an Alternate Head of Flying Operations (AHOFO) to join our operation.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated candidate with a strong focus on safety and understanding of current and proposed aviation legislation.
The right candidate will have the ability to work in a team environment, with a proven track record in a leadership role.
Reporting to the Head of Flying Operations and the General Manager, the Alternate Head of Flying Operations is responsible for supporting the HOFO to ensure the safe and efficient operations of Company aircraft and crew and is required to assume responsibility in the absence of the HOFO.
Kununurra is a great place to live for both individuals and families with two good schools to choose from and a great community feel.
If you enjoy water sports, team sports, fishing, camping, and other social events all located in a pristine environment, then you should consider this exciting opportunity to join our progressive and rapidly expanding helicopter operation.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Assist the HOFO with various administration tasks including; Ensure flight crew have all relevant information for flights they have been allocated to.
Ensuring pilot adherence to the Safety Management System and all associated manuals and handbooks, maintaining and reviewing the Safety Management of Company flying operations.
Arranging flight crew rosters, allocating qualified and approved flight crew to tasks.
Maintaining a record of licences, ratings and privileges held by each flight crew member including validity, recency, type endorsements and any applicable licence restrictions.
Maintaining a system to record flight and duty times to ensure compliance with duty and flight time limitations.
Ensuring compliance with loading procedures specified for the Company aircraft and proper compilation of loading documents including passenger and cargo manifests.
Monitoring flight crew operational standards, maintaining training records and supervising the training and checking of the Company flight crew.
Ensuring training and currency of flight crew in acceptance, handling or awareness of Dangerous Goods as required by the regulations.
Maintaining a complete and up to date reference library of operational documents (including HLS directory and ship record book) as required by the authority (CASR 119.040) for the class of operations conducted.
The exercise of disciplinary authority over all flight crew personnel.
Monitor helicopter fuel usage rates and maintain fuel records.
Authorising any flights by Company helicopters.
Contact all operational or satellite bases at least weekly to discuss any operational issues.
Encourage flight crew to actively participate in hazard and safety reporting.
To Be Successful in this Role
Highly motivated and experienced professional with a strong understanding of current and proposed aviation legislation, and a proven history of leadership in a similar role.
A strong commitment to Aviation Safety.
A current CASA CPL(H).
Comprehensive knowledge of CASA aviation legislation, including recent and upcoming changes in legislation.
Proactive approach to maintaining adherence to aviation legislation and legislative changes.
Proven leadership and team management skills.
Minimum 2000 hours total helicopter experience.
Minimum 500 hours turbine helicopter experience.
Helicopter low level rating.
Bush experience including confined area landings and low-level operations.
Desirable Qualifications / Experience
Instructor Rating.
R66 and AS350 endorsements.
Aerial application rating with Firefighting experience.
What we offer you
HeliSpirit aims to provide all our employees with a positive and rewarding work environment.
We offer employees extraordinary opportunities to learn and grow with the Company.
In addition, we offer:
Personal development opportunities to grow in a diverse, inclusive company.
Industry leading training.
A great team environment.
Salary Sacrifice / salary packaging benefits (including remote area housing benefits).
You must have the right to live and work full time in Australia to be considered for this position.
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume outlining your relevant qualifications and experience and a copy of your licence.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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