Careers Newsletter - Term 3, Week 9

Interested in a Career in Early Childhood?

Possum's Patch, in Mount Victoria, currently has Traineeship vacancies available for people looking to start their career in Early Childhood Education - learn on-the-job to gain a Nationally recognised qualification, while gaining valuable centre-based experience, under the guidance of our highly experienced team of educators.

Possum Patch is a 24 place long-day care centre that has served the Mt Victoria, Hartley, Mt Wilson and Blackheath communities for over 15 years. It operates out of a home-like heritage cottage located with Mt Victoria’s local primary school. Possum Patch is a community minded centre with a well-loved reputation. We are committed to nurturing, protecting and promoting the wellbeing of each child in our care. Possums Patch was recently rated Exceeding in three National Quality Standard areas- educational program, collaboration with staff and respectful relationships with children

Please forward all enquiries or applications to careers@connectcfs.org.au

Aviation Careers in the Navy

An aviation career in the Navy is one of the most unique opportunities in Australia.

Students and job seekers will be able to experience some of the world's most technologically-advanced helicopters, choosing from a variety of Navy aviation roles in the cockpit, in trades, or as support. They will receive a competitive salary package, benefits, opportunities for continuous progression, job security and an adventurous lifestyle.

There is no experience is needed, they'll be paid to gain all the skills needed for the role and if they have relevant experience or qualifications, they may be eligible for recognition of prior learning.

Browse the roles below to find out more about an aviation career in the Navy:

Aviation Technician / Aviation Systems Technician: Maintain the most technically-advanced helicopters in Australia. You will be responsible for the maintenance, repair and overhaul of aircraft systems, equipment and components for the Seahawk Romeo helicopters.

Helicopter Mission Commander: Take the jump seat in a state-of-the-art Navy helicopter working alongside the pilot to manage navigation, tactical communications, weapons, and sensor systems.

Drone Mission Commander: Operate advanced tactical drones participating in surface warfare, search and rescue missions and amphibious operations onboard ships or at Navy Air Stations.

Flight Deck Marshall: Plan, execute, secure and oversee all helicopter ground handling on Navy squadron flight lines and onboard the ship's flight deck and hangars.

Helicopter Pilot: Operate some of the world's most sophisticated helicopters, taking to the sky to accomplish diverse missions at sea and ashore. You’ll be performing duties such as landing safely on moving ships at sea, search and rescue, medical evacuation or hovering above submarines.

Aircrew: Operate and manage the sensors, weaponry and radar onboard a Navy helicopter. You'll be a key part of the action contributing to the success of a range of missions including search and rescue, aerial weapon support, casualty evacuation and combat operations.

For more information on aviation roles, email navyjobs@dfr.com.au, call 13 19 02 or head to the Defence Jobs website.

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Mrs. Alicia Michielsen

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