Senior Base Pilot

About Toll Group

At Toll, we do more than just logistics - we move the businesses that move the world. Our 16,000 team members can help solve any logistics, transport, or supply chain challenge – big or small. We have been supporting our customers for more than 130 years. Today, we support more than 20,000 customers worldwide with 500 sites in 27 markets, and a forwarding network spanning 150 countries. We are proudly part of Japan Post — www.tollgroup.com

Toll Uncrewed Systems is a leading aviation company dedicated to providing top-tier flight services and support to a wide range of clients. With a strong commitment to safety, excellence, and professionalism, we have established ourselves as a trusted name in the aviation industry. We are currently seeking an experienced and skilled Senior Base Pilot to join our team in Brisbane and contribute to our continued success.

About The Role

The Senior Base Pilot will be responsible for the effective management, deployment and reporting of operations within the Uncrewed Systems division. Reporting to the Chief Remote Pilot, this leadership role will see you play a pivotal role in our flight operations, overseeing and executing flight missions, ensuring the safety and well-being of passengers and crew and maintaining the highest level of professionalism in all aviation activities.

Job Responsibilities

In this role you will be:

• Conduct a variety of flight operations and missions under the organisations ReOC and within the organisations operations standards, processes and systems
• Ensure safety protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and emergency response plans are followed to mitigate risks and ensure the highest level of safety during all operations
• Provide flight operations subject matter expertise to existing and new business projects/programs as requested
• Flight approvals for internal operations and training and external client operations as required
• Ensuring ongoing compliance the existing ReOC Operations manual and Operations library in accordance with CASA requirements and the organisations continuous improvement process
• Assist in the implementation of operational updates, resources and materials for revised scope being amended or added to the ReOC in accordance with the CASA’s CASR, CAO’s ad MOS requirements
• Actively identify new business opportunities and promote wider opportunities to existing clients
• Develop collaborative working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Assist in maintenance and test flights of RPAS under direct control or when directed by CMC
• Provide quality feedback and guidance to other training and operational pilots in accordance with the organisations policy and procedures
• Comply with the organisations WHS & Safety Usage procedures for resources and equipment
• Manage and support the US Training team in the delivery of RPAS training to customers or staff
  
  

Qualifications

To be successful in the role you will need the following:

• Previous experience in a management or leadership role, ideally within flight operations
• Subject matter excellence in CASA RPAS relevant Acts, Regulations and procedures, CASA Remote Pilot licencing, uncrewed aviation courses and RPAS endorsements
• Subject matter excellence in RPAS types, ratings and specialist equipment used by the industry
• Thorough understanding of CASA’s MOS 101 and relevant RPAS documentation
• Advanced demonstrated use and understanding of uncrewed systems software (Mission Planner, AVCRM, DJI Pilot, DJI Flight Hub, NAIPS, CASA Portals, Airdata, OZ Runways as primary examples)
• Ability to establish and maintain effective support and rapport with personnel at all levels
• Good attention to detail with high importance placed on accuracy
• Able to prioritise and work well under pressure to meet strict deadlines
  
  

Have The Following Qualifications

• Aeronautical Radio operators Certificate
• Minimum CASA Sub 25kg VTOL ability to gain Sub 150kg VTOL
• Minimum Sub 150kg Multi-rotor
• EVLOS Class 1 & 2
• Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) rating or Instrument rating (IREX)
• 150+ logged operational hours including flying at night
• Demonstrated RPAS flight experience in both controlled and military airspace
  
  

What moves you?

At Toll, you can help play a vital role in delivering what matters. From food, fuel, medicine and rescue services, we keep businesses and communities thriving. Every day brings change. We see that as an opportunity. To be curious. To ask the right questions. And build meaningful connections. Because finding new ways to solve problems is what we do. With a bold vision to expand our global reach, our 16,000+ people bring a passion for progress. We collaborate in friendly, caring teams, supported by approachable leaders who give us the autonomy to quickly make decisions with impact. Learn and grow with industry-leading training, alongside talented experts. Feel empowered to take on diverse challenges and new responsibilities to move you, our customers, and our world further.

Are you excited about this role but are concerned you don’t meet all the requirements? If you have similar skills and are willing to learn then we encourage you to apply anyway. We know that some people hesitate to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Toll, we value a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re interested in this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly then please talk to us – you may be just the right candidate for this or other roles we have coming up.

At Toll everyone is welcome including those of all ages, ethnicities, genders and abilities.

To find out more about us visit www.careers.tollgroup.com

You must be entitled to work in Australia and be prepared to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal history check and medical.