The Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is Australia’s largest integrated cattle and beef producer, specialising in grass-fed, grain-fed, and Wagyu beef production. Established back in 1824, we’ve been doing this a while – in fact, we’re Australia’s oldest continuously operating company. We’ve had plenty of time to figure out how to be the best workplace we can be, with all the support, training, and opportunity you need to shape your career how you want to. We’re dedicated to acknowledging our history even as we look to sustainably feed the future – and we’d love you to join us.
Job Description
This role will be responsible for operating and caring for company aircraft and ensuring safety and efficiency are maintained for every trip, using the AACo Air Maestro aviation scheduling and reporting system. Working together with the operational leadership, the Station Pilot will also monitor and manage the company aircraft and company aviation facilities in conjunction with the Senior Pilot and Station Manager. When you’re not flying or completing flight administrative tasks, you will help out with general station hand duties.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure the safe and efficient conduct of all flight operations while acting as pilot in command and ensure any reasonably anticipated emergency can be adequately handled.
Ensure loading of your aircraft is within prescribed limits for each flight.
Organise fuel and oil requirements for each flight and ensure company fuel requirements are met.
Review expiry dates of licenses and ratings.
Ensure aircraft and administrative documents and Air Maestro entries are completed.
Conduct Passenger, Cattle Spotting, bore running, Fence running, Baiting, Mustering and other flights.
Ensure all passengers are afforded the utmost courtesy and assistance.
Manage maintenance requirements of your assigned aircraft.
When no flying is required and flight administrative tasks are complete, assist with general station hand duties.
Desired Skills and Experience
Qualifications & Experience:
Minimum of 250 Hours of flight time.
Current CASA issued Commercial Pilot License.
Current CASA Class 1 Medical.
Current Red Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).
Instrument Rating (desirable).
Low Level Rating (desirable).
Station experience (desirable).
Knowledge and Skills:
Strong organisational skills.
Rational approach to problem solving.
Sound understanding of CASA maintenance requirements for flight operations.
Understanding of safety management systems.
Strong attention to detail.
Apply Now to join the AAco Team!
We hope this overview has provided you with valuable insight into AAco . To apply for this position, please submit your application via the apply button below. If you have any questions or would like any further information, please contact us via recruitment@aaco.com.au.
