• A rewarding 12-month fixed term full time opportunity for an Air Traffic Control Training Simulator Pilot to join the Airservices Australia Operational Training team.
• Located at Melbourne airport.

The Organisation:

Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for the safe and efficient management of 11% of the world’s airspace and provision of aviation rescue fire fighting services at Australia’s busiest airports.

Our people are our greatest asset with a dynamic and diverse team operating from locations across the country - from bustling cities to regional and remote locations, including an island. This team keep Australia’s aviation industry safe every day of the year, both in the air and on the ground.

We connect people with their world safely – linking family and friends, generating economic activity, creating jobs, and facilitating trade and tourism.

Airservices is committed to fostering a culture that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful. We encourage motivated individuals who love what they do, value a service first mindset, and embrace a challenge to explore a career with Airservices. In return you will be a valued team member, be offered flexibility and experience a meaningful career in an exciting, ever-evolving aviation industry.

The Role & The Team:

As an ATC Training Simulator Pilot (Simulator Support Officer), the successful applicant will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, high-fidelity simulator training to support operational air traffic service delivery.

Specific tasks include:

• Deliver simulation exercises by performing the role of a simulator pilot, simulator air traffic control, and coordination as other agencies.
• Analyse and interpret data and provide input to ensure exercise fidelity.
• Support learning objectives in accordance with direction from instructors/training specialist.
• Perform simulator setup and preparation duties.
• Keep up to date with knowledge of operational air traffic control functions, documentation, and service requirements.
• Use approved phraseology and procedures in accordance with published requirements (e.g. AIP, MATS, Local Instructions).
• Apply a good working knowledge of aircraft performance characteristics.
• Develop the cognitive ability to detect, attend to and prioritise information, assess and interpret critical information, prioritise tasks, select optimal solutions, execute in a timely manner and monitor the effectiveness of the solution, to deliver high fidelity simulation.
• Provide effective and efficient simulator support services in accordance with the Simulator Manager expectations.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of simulator service delivery.
• Conduct other simulator or training related activities as requested by the Simulator Team Leader.

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

 SSO PD.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

• Hold or maintain a SSO Validation with relevant qualifications as required.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and action information/data in accordance with set procedures and strict time frames.
• Computer/keyboard/mouse skills and knowledge of typical Microsoft products commensurate with the requirements of the position, with the ability to learn new and apply new technologies.
• Proven ability to scan, assess, evaluate, analyse, and action information from multiple sources.
• Ability to perform accurate mental arithmetic and make decisions under time pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate in a small team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Hold and maintain ICAO English Language Proficiency at level 6 or equivalent.

 Highly Desirable

• Training experience in aviation simulators, or a related field.
• Knowledge of simulator hardware and software systems (e.g. Thales, Adacel).
• ATS Licence or Simulator Certificate of Competence or equivalent.
• Aviation qualifications (flying or tertiary studies).

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. The successful applicant must possess the ability to obtain and Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC landside zone).

Should you require any further information please contact Greg Kroll, Talent Acquisition Advisor at greg.kroll@airservicesaustralia.com  

How to Apply: 

To apply for this position please lodge an application online via the “apply link” attaching your resume and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

Applications close Sunday 12^th January 2025 at 5.00 pm AEDT.

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