To apply for this role you must have the skills and licences listed below:

Qualifications/licences

Provide copy with application:

• Driver’s Licence – A current, unrestricted “C” class (manual) Australian driver’s licence. 
• Citizenship - In accordance with the PS Act 1999, APS employees are required to be Australian citizens. Persons who are not Australian citizens will generally only be considered where there are no suitable Australian applicants, with next considerations being Australian residents with work rights and New Zealand citizens.

Obtain prior to commencement:

• Valid Passport - The expiry date of the passport (and any relevant visa) must be at least 6 months beyond the planned end date of your intended stay in the Antarctic or sub-Antarctic
• Provide First Aid (HLTAID0011) must be valid for at least 18 months beyond the date of commencement
• Provide Basic Emergency Life Support (HLTAID010) must be valid for at least 18 months beyond the date of commencement.
• Provide CPR (HLTAID009) must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of commencement.

Knowledge and experience

You may only be selected for this role if you have these essential skills and experiences:

• Experience in coordinating complex operational plans and resource allocation, contributing to emergency response and facilitating logistical support for field operations
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, coordinate efforts among various stakeholders and resolve conflict to achieve prioritised operational objectives
• Experience in leading, supporting and managing direct reports to achieve operational outcomes
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences, including senior management and operational staff
• Demonstrated track record in building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, ensuring alignment and clarity on operational requirements and changes
• Experience in preparing detailed reports and documentation for operational activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organisational standards.
• Understanding of safety protocols and best practice relevant to remote operations, with a proactive approach to risk management
• Demonstrated capacity to adapt to changing operational demands and priorities, and resolve challenges effectively, maintaining continuity of operations. 

These are not essential to the role. To be suitable you do not need any of these, but they may make you more competitive against other applicants.

Qualifications/licences

Provide copy with application:

• An Aeronautical Radio Operators Certificate (AROC) or equivalent. 

Knowledge and experience:

Skills and experience: 

• Experience working in the Antarctic and/or in an equivalent remote, challenging environment in an operational or leadership role
• Experience in the operation or coordination of aircraft, including flight operations, managing payload and range limitations, communications operations, assurance and compliance requirements.