• Build a meaningful career within the exciting, ever-evolving aviation industry.  

• Located at Brisbane airport – free parking available  

• Multiple Fixed Term/Secondment positions available  

We’re recruiting two 18month FTC to start ASAP and one 2year FTC beginning April 2026, all joining our Brisbane SSO team. 

As a Simulator Support Officer, you will deliver simulation exercises by performing the role of a simulator pilot, simulator air traffic control, and fulfil coordination as other agencies. You will also contribute to the design, development, and delivery of innovative and high-quality competency-based delivery solutions to ensure effective and efficient training outcomes for operational air traffic control. You will ensure that compliance, safety, business, and regulatory requirements are met.   

Training is a key enabler for ongoing workforce capability development in air traffic services and presents an exciting platform for innovation and new technologies. 

Our team enjoy working in our fast paced and dynamic environment where they have the ability to influence and contribute to the success of our ongoing training programs and project initiatives.  

You will be welcomed into a group of highly engaged, collaborative, supportive and initiative-taking individuals looking to make that positive contribution to the training of Air Traffic Controllers.  

Shifts will typically fall between 06.00am – 10:00pm Monday to Friday.  

Please see the link below to view the full Position Description:  

 SSO Level 1 - POSITION DESCRIPTION 2024-25.pdf

The Person

You will be team focussed, have exceptional written and verbal communication skills and act with honestly, integrity and ethically with care and diligence. 

The successful applicant will possess the following competencies, skills and qualifications: 

Essential Skills  

• Swift and precise analytical thinking, with proven capabilities to assess and action varied information accurately.  

• Proven ability to work harmoniously and communicate effectively within a team framework.  

• Seamless adaptation to changing environments and workloads.  

• Demonstrated proficiency with prevalent IT software, notably Microsoft Office Suite, and eagerness to embrace new technologies.  

• Proven ability to interpret, evaluate, and act upon data or information, adhering to stringent procedures and tight time frames.  

•  Competence in performing mental arithmetic accurately and expediently.   

• Monitor and action a variety of targets and simulated agencies to build a realistic simulation environment.  

 Desirable Skills, Experience and Qualifications  

• Experience in delivering both theoretical and hands-on training on a one-on-one or group basis.  

• General understanding or appreciation of aircraft performance and Air Traffic procedures.  

• Acquaintance with Radio Telephony phraseology and the phonetic alphabet.  

• Prior experience or familiarity with Air Traffic Control operations and environments.  

• Possession of or pursuit towards aviation qualifications, either via flying experience or tertiary studies (Highly Desirable).  

• Hold, or be able to attain ICAO English Language Proficiency at level 6 or its equivalent. 

At Airservices Australia, we embrace and thrive on diversity of thought, perspectives, and capabilities because we know the benefits of having a workforce that is representative of the community that we serve. We appreciate everyone is unique and acknowledge diversity in thought leads to greater transparency and improved consideration in our decision making. 

We believe a diverse workforce supported by an inclusive culture is central to our success. We actively encourage and welcome candidates from all cultural backgrounds, gender identities, people living with disability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. 

Security Clearance: 

To be eligible to apply, you must be an Australian citizen or a Permanent Resident of Australia. 

Should you require any further information please contact Cortnie Taylor, Talent Acquisition Partner, on cortnie.taylor@airservicesaustralia.com