Have you ever imagined yourself flying high above the clouds, helping to solve crimes, rescue people in need, and keep your community safe?
For Senior Constables Kellie Brooks and Rebecca Smith, that dream is now a reality as Queensland Police Service’s first all-female qualified tactical flight officer crew of POLAIR.
Their achievement is a great example of what’s possible when you pursue your goals with hard work and determination.
Senior Constable Brooks says the role is challenging but incredibly rewarding.
“The day-to-day role is like any form of policing, where you don’t know what you’re going to be assisting with on any given day,” Senior Constable Brooks said.
“People associate POLAIR with vehicle pursuits but there is a lot more to it than that, including helping to find missing people and assisting with other high-risk jobs.
“It’s very rewarding.”
Becoming a tactical flight officer requires passion, teamwork, and 18 months of intense training to prepare for the high-stakes missions they handle, with seven POLAIR helicopters across the state.
From operating advanced surveillance equipment to providing critical information to ground crews in real time, tactical flight officers play a vital role in keeping Queensland communities safe.
If this sounds like the career for you, Senior Constable Smith highlights the importance of taking a leap and having a go.
“Just get in there, believe in yourself, and give yourself an opportunity to try something new,” Senior Constable Smith said.
“There’s such a wide variety of opportunities for police officers to move into specialist roles after working in General Duties, and aviation is just one of those.”
If you’ve ever dreamed of making a difference, now is the perfect time to explore your options.
Whether you’re passionate about helping others, solving mysteries, or tackling challenges head-on, a career in policing could be the perfect fit for you.
Learn more about a policing career or find an upcoming recruiting seminar at https://www.policerecruit.qld.gov.au.