Australia: Training, Licence Conversion, Job Prospects
A day off on the middle of the week is a bit hard though, should have the whole week off! 
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Australian Jobs
As a subscriber to The Australian newspaper I get the full PDF printout of The Australians Aviation section on friday but just recieved an email that they might discontinue this service due to lack of subscribers. i find it better than the AFAP site as it gives all of the jobs and in full ad format. So if anyone is looking at work in this part of the world, most operators use it if they are looking for pilots, engineers and other aviation associated jobs. Also if you are a touring or out in the bush you can keep up to date with who is hireing. There is also a weekly email of all aviation news related articals as well.
So if you are interested....
https://www.newsphotos.com.au/newsou...tion/order.asp
I am posting this only because it is a pretty good service and would hate to see it go.
So if you are interested....
https://www.newsphotos.com.au/newsou...tion/order.asp
I am posting this only because it is a pretty good service and would hate to see it go.
I had a look, but there has to be some advantage before people will use it.
$20 for 4 editions is a bit (lot) steep when you can buy the whole paper for $1.20 or whatever the current price is.
Simple economics for most, spend $5 or spend $1.20
$20 for 4 editions is a bit (lot) steep when you can buy the whole paper for $1.20 or whatever the current price is.
Simple economics for most, spend $5 or spend $1.20
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I think that if you can get internet access (to receive the PDF)than you can still check the Australian or Careerone website which will have the same listings anyway.
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Like I said, if you are touring eg PNG, Ice, Tuna Boats, Africa etc or out bush and can only get back to town occasionally, then this is a good service and may not worry you if you pay a 75c premium over a year.
Sometimes I really wonder why I even bother posting.
Sometimes I really wonder why I even bother posting.
Windshear used to post all the jobs until PPRUNE stopped it.
He still sends them to me each Friday and I would be happy to post them if you guys need me too.
Anything to help those who want help.
He still sends them to me each Friday and I would be happy to post them if you guys need me too.
Anything to help those who want help.
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Hey, Bellsux
Just tryin' to help. If you like the PDF for $20 or $100 then sweet.
If you want the specific info from it then you can still get it no problem and save your 20 or 100 bucks for a few cold beers.
Careerone can be accessed and tasked to e-mail you the jobs as they come up Daily or weekly or a newsletter, Same with the news in the Aussie through news.com or other search engines.
They will sit in your e-mail till you download whenever you get to civilisation and take up just as much space as the PDF (probably less) sitting in your mail server. Print and read at your leisure.
Can also drop your resume in while there so people can look at it while your away.
If the $20 PDF offers some convenience you like, cool, thought maybe other free options could have been of interest also, espescailly if they decide to drop it....
Just tryin' to help. If you like the PDF for $20 or $100 then sweet.
If you want the specific info from it then you can still get it no problem and save your 20 or 100 bucks for a few cold beers.
Careerone can be accessed and tasked to e-mail you the jobs as they come up Daily or weekly or a newsletter, Same with the news in the Aussie through news.com or other search engines.
They will sit in your e-mail till you download whenever you get to civilisation and take up just as much space as the PDF (probably less) sitting in your mail server. Print and read at your leisure.
Can also drop your resume in while there so people can look at it while your away.
If the $20 PDF offers some convenience you like, cool, thought maybe other free options could have been of interest also, espescailly if they decide to drop it....
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some answers to the dribble above
BHA Pilots contract 20001 from wagenet:
http://www.wagenet.gov.au/wagenet/Se...d=87991&query=(BRISTOW%20HELICOPTERS%20AUSTRALIA)&quickview=Y
The pilots have recently had their 2nd contract certified for 3 years from Jan1 2004 with a 9+5+5 pay-rise and other improved conditions which should hit wagenet at some stage also.
FO’s start on either the S76 or AS332 and usually have about 3 months training before flying the line (at no cost to them).
Progression for FO’s and SFO’s is currently good. There have been no redundancies in BHA over the last 10 years or so (major contracts all with a number of years to run). They do utilise a fair number of casual FO's as a buffer for short term contracts and they come and go regularly.
FO’s progression to SFO (significant pay-rise) takes between 1.5 to 2.5 years depending on experience and qualifications and performance. Command progression currently takes from 3.0 to 5.0 years from joining depending again on experience and Qual’s (on joining) and performance.
Biggest downer for most FO's seems to be the requirement to move to Perth, though it does have it's advantages as the bulk of the work is in WA and this cuts down travel times. After a certain time pilots can live anywhere in AUS though it comes at a cost both in monetary and lost time off (travel in time off). If you can't handle it go and work for CHC who sensibly allow there crews to tour from major capitals.
BHA has plenty of work at the moment and seems to be expanding and is operating out of Melbourne, Karratha, Honiara (Solomon’s), Barrow Island and Learmonth. It has a number of older pilots who are closing in on retirement so SFO progression to command should continue to occur at a reasonable pace in the short future. They are running a good system of overseas secondments to the international division which is also providing varied experience for crews.
FO requirement is 500 hr total helicopter plus pass in Australian IREX (instrument rating theory). Ideal hours to have a good progression through their system would be 1500 to 2000 hours command on helicopters (to avoid delays due their command requirements). No requirement to have ATPL or subjects (plenty of time to study that on tour).
They seem to target FO’s around 25 to 35 years old though they have employed FO’s older than that in recent years. Would probably need an Australian commercial licence though I’d imagine they would recognise foreign endorsements and experience for progression.
Accommodation is all single except Karratha where you have to share a unit with another pilot (not a bathroom!).
If you get in good luck and enjoy you won’t be disappointed with the jump in conditions from AUS GA flying!
http://www.wagenet.gov.au/wagenet/Se...d=87991&query=(BRISTOW%20HELICOPTERS%20AUSTRALIA)&quickview=Y
The pilots have recently had their 2nd contract certified for 3 years from Jan1 2004 with a 9+5+5 pay-rise and other improved conditions which should hit wagenet at some stage also.
FO’s start on either the S76 or AS332 and usually have about 3 months training before flying the line (at no cost to them).
Progression for FO’s and SFO’s is currently good. There have been no redundancies in BHA over the last 10 years or so (major contracts all with a number of years to run). They do utilise a fair number of casual FO's as a buffer for short term contracts and they come and go regularly.
FO’s progression to SFO (significant pay-rise) takes between 1.5 to 2.5 years depending on experience and qualifications and performance. Command progression currently takes from 3.0 to 5.0 years from joining depending again on experience and Qual’s (on joining) and performance.
Biggest downer for most FO's seems to be the requirement to move to Perth, though it does have it's advantages as the bulk of the work is in WA and this cuts down travel times. After a certain time pilots can live anywhere in AUS though it comes at a cost both in monetary and lost time off (travel in time off). If you can't handle it go and work for CHC who sensibly allow there crews to tour from major capitals.
BHA has plenty of work at the moment and seems to be expanding and is operating out of Melbourne, Karratha, Honiara (Solomon’s), Barrow Island and Learmonth. It has a number of older pilots who are closing in on retirement so SFO progression to command should continue to occur at a reasonable pace in the short future. They are running a good system of overseas secondments to the international division which is also providing varied experience for crews.
FO requirement is 500 hr total helicopter plus pass in Australian IREX (instrument rating theory). Ideal hours to have a good progression through their system would be 1500 to 2000 hours command on helicopters (to avoid delays due their command requirements). No requirement to have ATPL or subjects (plenty of time to study that on tour).
They seem to target FO’s around 25 to 35 years old though they have employed FO’s older than that in recent years. Would probably need an Australian commercial licence though I’d imagine they would recognise foreign endorsements and experience for progression.
Accommodation is all single except Karratha where you have to share a unit with another pilot (not a bathroom!).
If you get in good luck and enjoy you won’t be disappointed with the jump in conditions from AUS GA flying!
Aeropower
Hello all. Anyone ever worked for Aeropower in Oz? Just wondered what they are like as an employer. They seem like a professional outfit.
Cheers BigMike
Cheers BigMike
Flyer...
If it is....tell him the God's Honest truth.....you might walk on his corns but far better he know the truth (good or bad). If these managers cared...they would not be here asking...they would be out on the hardstand and in the hangar talking to his people. (purposeful choice of the word people vice staff or personnel or associates or manpower assets)
If it is....tell him the God's Honest truth.....you might walk on his corns but far better he know the truth (good or bad). If these managers cared...they would not be here asking...they would be out on the hardstand and in the hangar talking to his people. (purposeful choice of the word people vice staff or personnel or associates or manpower assets)
Big Mike. Aeropower seem to be a pretty good company. With the number of contracts they have and the number of machines they work, it would have to be a professional company wouldn't it?? Correct me if I am wrong but I think they are all 500's and from what I hear, quite well maintained machines. The pilots aren't paid nearly enough compared to the dangers involved but it would be excellent flying and you would get to see some amazing country. Apparrently it does get rather boring after a while, but then again, doesn't everything? Hope this helps.
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Big Mike- just check out the AFAP award online at
www.afap.org.au, before you sign or agree to any contract
with GA operators in Aus. Some would rather forget
it exists- Remember HA a few years ago anyone!!!!
www.afap.org.au, before you sign or agree to any contract
with GA operators in Aus. Some would rather forget
it exists- Remember HA a few years ago anyone!!!!
Good News For The Australian Helicopter Industry
This article in todays Australian seems to be pointing towards the long heralded shortage of experienced helicopter pilots.
Link
The Aviation section has been full of adverts over the last couple of editions, seeking crews for a variety of onshore and offshore positions.
Is the future for the industry really this bright?
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The Aviation section has been full of adverts over the last couple of editions, seeking crews for a variety of onshore and offshore positions.
Is the future for the industry really this bright?
Last edited by pohm1; 22nd Apr 2005 at 03:41.