Career as an Air Attack Supervisor

 

According to the Australian Maritime Safety AuthorityAir Attack Supervisors are responsible for the safe and efficient coordination of aerial dispersant application and tactical aircraft activity in support of the incident.  The Air Attack Supervisor is responsible for ensuring safety standards are maintained at all times; for the provision of specialist aviation advice at the incident; and for collaborating in the preparation of Air Operations section of the Incident Action Plan (IAP).  

 

Students usually get training in this field once they have become qualified firefighters. An interesting article to read is Being an Air Attack Supervisor.