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Helicopter Logistics

Fixed‑Wing Aerial Work Pilot (Single‑Engine) – Western Australia

✈️ Fixed‑Wing Aerial Work in Western Australia

Helicopter Logistics is seeking a skilled fixed‑wing pilot to join our full‑time aerial work operations across Western Australia. Based from Jandakot or Bunbury, you’ll fly low‑level survey missions, support feral animal control programs, and provide crucial air support to fire management teams — often from remote locations that few pilots get to experience.

  • Location: Western Australia (Jandakot or Bunbury)
  • Employment: Full-time
  • Licence required: CPL(A) – Australia
  • Medical: Australian Class 1
  • Minimum experience: 1000 hrs PIC
  • Aircraft: Single‑engine piston (GA8 Airvan experience highly regarded)
  • Operations: Low‑level aerial survey, feral animal control, fire management support

🧭 What you’ll do

  • Conduct low‑level aerial surveys in support of biodiversity and land management projects.
  • Fly feral animal control missions in coordination with ground teams and spotters.
  • Provide air support for fire management, including detection, mapping, and logistics.
  • Operate safely from remote airstrips and challenging environments across regional WA.
  • Plan, brief, and execute missions to CASR and company standards, including Part 138 aerial work procedures.
  • Maintain accurate flight records and contribute to aircraft care and operational readiness.
  • Collaborate closely with conservation, land, and fire management stakeholders.

🧰 What you’ll bring

  • Australian CPL(A).
  • Australian Class 1 Medical Certificate.
  • Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
  • Minimum 1000 hours Pilot in Command.
  • Excellent communication skills and professional airmanship.
  • Willingness to be based in Perth (Jandakot) or Bunbury, with regular periods away in remote locations.
  • Flexibility to work within a small company and contribute across a variety of roles.

🌟 Desirable extras

  • Low Level Rating with operational experience.
  • Part 138 aerial work operations experience.
  • GippsAero GA8 Airvan experience.
  • Background in fire or land management.
  • Proven remote location operating experience.

🎯 Why this role?

  • Purposeful flying that directly supports conservation and community safety.
  • Varied missions, diverse terrain, and challenging low‑level operations that build genuine depth of experience.
  • Close‑knit team culture where your skills and initiative make a visible impact.

📨 How to apply

Please send your CV along with:

  • Copy of your CPL(A) and Class 1 Medical
  • Proof of Australian work rights (Citizen or PR)
  • Logbook summary highlighting PIC hours and relevant low‑level/Part 138 experience

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with next steps.