• Job Description

  Req#: 13266

  Job Details

  EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

  LOCATION - ACT

  AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 06, $102,927.00 - $113,563.00 plus additional 22% Composite

  JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 13266

  This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit pool for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.

  Did you know?

  The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.

  Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.

  We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:

  • Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down
  • 4 extra mandatory leave rest days per year
  • 18 days of paid personal leave per year
  • Generous superannuation of 15.4%
  • 16 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without pay
  • Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
  • Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
  • Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities

  What is the role?

  The Line Pilot will play a pivotal role in supporting the AFP’s mission to protect Australians and Australia’s interests, through the utilisation of their aviation skills and experience. You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position outlined below.

  This role attracts a composite allowance in recognition of expanded working hours, normal patterns of attendance and shift patterns (such as Afternoon Shifts, Night Shifts, Weekends and Designated Public Holidays) that are required under the Operations or Rostered Operations working pattern. In accordance with the Enterprise Agreement, an employee who is required to work in accordance with the Operations working pattern or Rostered Operations working pattern will receive a Core Composite of 22% in addition to their Base Salary which will count as salary for superannuation. The AFP Commissioner has the authority to remove a composite from a role.

  What will you do?

  
  The Line Pilot is responsible for:

  • Undertake a range of tasks at the direction of the Chief Pilot in support of AFP operations
  • Qualify and operate a B-350 Super King Air as pilot in command in all-weather day and night missions
  • Developing plans and ensuring all resources are effectively directed at achieving business area outputs
  • Assessing aviation situations, determining and effecting an appropriate response
  • Utilising and maintaining skills and aviation equipment
  • Maintaining knowledge and understanding of the provisions of all relevant Civil Aviation Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders.

  Essential Requirements

  • You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application
  • Current Commercial Pilots Licence or higher
  • Total hours greater than 1500
  • Total Multi-engine Pilot in Command hours greater than 500
  • Current Multi Engine Command Instrument Rating (MECIR) with at least 5 renewals
  • Current class 1 Medical
  • Current ASIC pass
  • Ability to obtain an NV1 Security Clearance
  • Successfully pass a screening flight test
  • Locate in/work from Canberra
  • Must be able to undertake duties Nationally and Internationally
  • Successfully clear a Psychometric and medical assessment

  Desirable Requirements

  • Current rating on Beechcraft B350 aircraft
  • Currently employed in a pilot position
  • Ability to obtain or have a PV Security Clearance.

  Selection Criteria

  • Achieve results
  • Communicates with influence
  • Contributes to strategic thinking
  • Cultivates productive working relationships
  • Shows personal drive and integrity

  Application

  Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:

  • Resume/CV - This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.
  • Applicant pitch (maximum two pages). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the selection criteria, role requirements and work level standards for the role.
  • Commercial or above Pilot Licence, ratings, and medical
  • Copies of last 3 pages of pilot log book

  
  Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.

  Employment Suitability

  Should you successfully progress from the application stage all applicants must:

  • Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship. This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our AFP Character Standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.
  • Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.
  • Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs. This sample could include; urine, saliva or hair.
  • Proof of a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations (or one dose if the Janssen vaccine was used) will be required if an offer of employment is made.
  • Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.
    

  Recruitment Process

  
  Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application, may be invited to a formal interview. Using the relevant AFP work level standards as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our guides for applicants to find out how to prepare for you interview.

  Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

  At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger. As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

  Contacts and Closing Information

  Contact Officer - Pilot Recruit Team,

  Contact Officer Email: pilotrecruit@afp.gov.au

  Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 02/08/2024

  To view other employment opportunities, please visit our career site.

  www.afp.gov.au

• About the company

  The Australian Federal Police is the national and principal federal law enforcement agency of the Australian Government with the unique role of investigating crime and protecting the national security of the Commonwealth of Australia.

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