AW139 NVIS SAR Copilot – Australia

Heli Preflight; Nowra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CHC Helicopters Australia is seeking suitably qualified pilots for an AW139 Copilot position based in Nowra, NSW, supporting the RAAF SAR contract with some touring as required. Applicants should hold CPL(H), ATPL (H) eligibility, AW139 rating, Low Level Rating and SAR/EMS experience.

Candidates must be able to obtain CASA Class 1 Medical and ASIC and meet Australian work rights. We value strong teamwork, safety, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Valid CPL(H) license required.
• Helicopter Instrument Rating required.
• Minimum 500 flying hours (H) required.
• Minimum 100 multi-engine hours (H) required.
• Minimum 100 flying hours Pilot-In-Command (PIC) required.
• Ability to obtain CASA Class 1 Medical and ASIC.
• ATPL (H) preferred.
• AW139 type rating preferred.
• Low Level Rating preferred.
• Previous SAR/EMS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Role is AW139 Copilot supporting the RAAF SAR contract from Nowra, NSW.
• Onshore Operations with some touring as required.

Skills

CPL(H)

Helicopter Instrument Rating

500 flying hours

100 multi-engine hours

100 PIC hours

CASA Class 1 Medical

ASIC

ATPL (H)

AW139 type rating

Low Level Rating

SAR/EMS experience

Job description

Description

Reach Beyond with CHC Helicopters (Australia)

At CHC Helicopters Australia, we deliver safe, reliable, and world-class helicopter services across the offshore energy sector, emergency medical services, and search and rescue.

For more than 75 years, CHC has been trusted to deliver aviation solutions in some of the most remote and challenging environments across the globe. Our dedication to safety, innovation, and operational excellence underpins the critical services we provide to our customers and the communities we serve.

Our people make the difference. With a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and professionalism, we help our customers and colleagues reach beyond what they thought possible.

All you have to do is get on board.

Role Summary

We are currently seeking applications from suitably qualified and experienced pilots for an AW139 Copilot position within our Onshore Operations, supporting the Royal Australian Air Force Search and Rescue (RAAF SAR) contract based in Nowra, NSW, with some touring as required.

• Valid CPL(H)
• Helicopter Instrument Rating
• Minimum 500 flying hours (H)
• Minimum 100 multi-engine hours (H)
• Minimum 100 flying hours Pilot-In-Command (PIC) (H)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a CASA Class 1 Medical and Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
• ATPL (H)
• AW139 type rating
• Low Level Rating
• Previous SAR/EMS experience

Key Attributes

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented approach
• Positive attitude and strong team orientation
• Excellent collaboration and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic team environment

Eligibility

Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia and meet any clearance requirements relevant to the role.

Diversity & Inclusion

At CHC, we celebrate diversity and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all genders, the LGBTI+ community, mature-aged workers, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Recruitment Process

We may commence interviews or close applications prior to the advertised closing date if suitable candidates are identified. We therefore encourage applicants to apply as early as possible.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.