• Location: Belrose NSW & Hybrid work option
• Position: Part Time (3 days)

SLSNSW is forming a new team to manage UAVs (Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle’s - Drones) within the SLSNSW membership sector of the organisation. In this part-time role, you will leverage your UAV expertise and surf life saving experience to play a crucial role in supporting UAV operations for our volunteer members.

Hybrid working option, ongoing training, free onsite parking, large modern head office with beautiful bush outlook and staff amenities are just some of the perks we enjoy. We enjoy a family-like culture where everyone is committed to the cause we support, and we have fun in doing so, celebrating the wins and supporting each other along the way.

About the role

This role will provide high level administrative and operational support to the SLSNSW Chief Remote Pilot to achieve the goals and objectives of the organisation.

What's in it for YOU:

• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• An extra paid day off around Christmas time.
• Contribute to a ‘for purpose’ organisation with exceptional leadership.
• Time in Lieu for extra hours worked.
• Continued learning and development opportunities.
• Free onsite parking.
• Employee assistance program EAP for health and wellbeing.
• Positive, driven and supportive organisational culture.
• Boost your take home pay with Salary Packaging benefits.
• Paid Parental Leave for primary and secondary carers.
• Modern bright facilities with excellent staff amenities.
• Laptop and phone.
• Weekly fruit, biscuits and regular BBQs and morning teas.

What you’ll need:

• A background within Surf Life Saving and / or thorough understanding of UAV surf life saving operations.
• Hold either the UAV Operator award, UAV Pilot award, or a RePL.
• Well-developed oral and written communications skills (including presentation and report writing)
• Excellent computer skills in a number of Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent interpersonal skills at all levels.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Unrestricted Motor Vehicle Licence required.
• Proven ability to exercise effective judgment, sensitivity and creativity to changing needs and situations.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some weekends and Public Holidays.
• Ability and willingness to travel when required.

Some of the key duties will include:

• Assisting the SLSNSW Chief Pilot with the management of the pilot database.
• Assisting in the preparation and delivery of the emergency response training.
• Providing input as required into the ongoing development and delivery of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for UAV operations.
• Organising bookings for training and meetings.
• Assisting with state-wide equipment purchases, maintenance, storage and allocation.
• Monitoring UAV maintenance standards, including the investigation of defects.
• Regularly liaising with clubs, branches and other portfolios to ensure the effective delivery of UAV operations.
• Supporting the coordination and recording of statistical information, compiled by the UAV Pilots / Operators.

An understanding of Surf Life Saving and Not for Profit organisations would be an advantage.

About SLSNSW:

Surf Life Saving NSW is the state’s primary water safety and rescue organisation and one of the largest volunteer movements in the country. We support more than 79000 members in 129 clubs to serve the community through the provision of beach patrol services, coastal emergency response, training and education, sports and junior development.

A position description is attached.