Ground Crew

 

Position: Ground Crew / Loader

Company: Paton Air PTY LTD

Location: Maindample, Victoria

 

About us: Paton Air is a Utility Helicopter Operator. Located in regional Victoria, we operate AS350’s on fire operations, sling, land management and agricultural spraying/spreading/seeding.  

 

Job Description:  We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated professional to join our team full time. Work will involve driving spray trucks, fuel truckers and trailers, mixing and chemical handling. Our work is weather based, applicants will need a desire to work bigger days during busy times, travel and conduct a variety of work. We are a family-owned company and want someone to fit in with our team, that will take great care with our clients and that are happy to contribute to the success and safety record of Paton Air.

 Responsibilities

  • Provide Safe and Reliable ground support to our aircraft, delivering and loading substances for specific applications.

  • Mix and load various substances, both liquid and solid, into aircraft to support specific activity.

  • Perform general day-to-day maintenance of the airbase/aircraft and vehicles.

  • Perform general shed and yard work required to maintain effective operations.

  • Perform work using safe practices and observe WHS requirements at all time.

Requirements:

  • Australian Light Rigid drivers licence

  • The ability to work in a physically demanding environment.

  • The ability to communicate proficiently and professionally

  • Be motivated to perform in a disciplined and busy aviation environment

  • Be industrious, proactive, and inspired to be part of a growing operation

Desirables:

  • AAAA Spray Safe Ground handing

  • Dangerous Goods

  • ACUP

  • ASIC

 

Start date: End of February

Salary dependant on experience and qualifications.

How to apply: If you have the above experience, please send your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications to leah@patonair.com.au