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231114: Helicopter Pilot
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Visa Options
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State Eligibility
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State Eligibility Details
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DAMA
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ANZSCO Code
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Possible Visa Options
Visa Type Eligibility *Caveats Legislative Instrument MLTSSL STSOL ROL Visa Subclass 189 Skilled IndependentLIN 19/051 Visa Subclass 190 Skilled NominatedLIN 19/051 Visa Subclass 491 State/Territory nominatedLIN 19/051 Visa Subclass 491 Family SponsoredLIN 19/051 Visa Subclass 485 Graduate WorkLIN 19/051 Visa Subclass 482 TSS: Medium & Short term10 LIN 19/048 Visa Subclass 482 Labour Agreement - DAMAVisa Subclass 186 ENS: TRT & DELIN 19/049 Visa Subclass 187 RSMS: TRTLIN 19/047 Visa Subclass 494 SESR: Employer SponsoredLIN 19/219,
LIN 19/260Visa Subclass 407 Training: Enhance skillsLIN 19/050 *Caveats / Applicable circumstances:
10: The position is not located in regional Australia (within the meaning of subregulation 5.19(16) of the Regulations).
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State/Territory Eligibility Summary Table
State/Territory Nomination Visa Subclass 190 Visa Subclass 491 List ACT Australian Capital Territory NSW New South Wales NT Northern Territory QLD Queensland ('Offshore' list) SA South Australia TAS Tasmania Category 1 VIC Victoria WA Western Australia (General stream) Occupation MAY be eligible. Limitations and specific State requirements such as higher English, relevant work experience, suitable employment offer, etc. may apply. Occupation in the 'Supplementary Skilled List', 'Special Conditions Apply' or 'Currently not available for state nomination' Occupation NOT on relevant 'State Occupation List', or 'Closed' status; but MAY still be eligible if you meet the requirements Occupation MAY be eligible for 190 nomination under specific circumstances Occupation MAY NOT be eligible -
State/Territory Eligibility Details
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DAMA - Designated Area Migration Agreement
Concessions DAMA List English TSMIT Age Skills PR Comments QLD The Far North Queensland Designated Area Migration Agreement What is a DAMA? | DAMA - Access All the lists
Notes
- English, TSMIT (Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold), Age, Skills & Experience and PR Pathway are concessions that may be available for this occupation under the relevant DAMA.
- The table above literally reproduces the information published by the different Designated Area Representatives (DARs) in their DAMA Occupation lists. Concessions available (e.g PR pathway for applicants under NT DAMA) which have not been included by the DARs in relevant DAMA lists have also not been included above. Users should carefully review all information available in the DAR websites in relation to concessions.
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231114: Helicopter Pilot
Description
Flies helicopters to transport passengers, mail or freight, or provide agricultural, aviation or aerial surveillance services. Registration or licensing is required.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
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Assessing Authority
Unit Group 2311: Air Transport Professionals
Description
Fly and navigate aircraft, control and direct air traffic to ensure the safe and efficient operation of aircraft in flight and on the ground, and instruct students in flying aircraft.
Indicative Skill Level
In Australia and New Zealand:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. Aeroplane and Helicopter Pilots require a prescribed minimum amount of flying experience in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).
Registration or licensing is required.- Tasks
- Preparing and submitting flight plans giving consideration to factors such as weather conditions and aircraft performance
- Flying aircraft in accordance with established air traffic control and aircraft operating procedures
- Providing flight information for flight crews and air traffic services staff
- Controlling aircraft movements, and directing aircraft taxiing, take-offs and landings by radio
- Providing pre-flight briefings and aeronautical information services
- Completing cockpit preparations and external inspections to determine that aircraft are acceptable for flight
- Monitoring aircraft performance and reporting on mechanical condition
- Giving in-flight instruction, supervising solo flights, accompanying students on training flights and demonstrating techniques for controlling aircraft
- Other occupations in this Unit Group
- 231111: Aeroplane Pilot
- 231112: Air Traffic Controller
- 231113: Flying Instructor
- 231199: Air Transport Professionals nec
- Occupation ceilings program year 2019-2020
- Average Weekly / Annual Earnings 2018
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Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2013, ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, 2013, Version 1.3, cat. no. 1220.0, https://www.abs.gov.au/ausstats/[email protected]/mf/1220.0
