AW189 Captain — Offshore Flight Commander

PHI International; Shire Of Broome; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing platform

Employee benefits package

Job summary

PHI Aviation is seeking a dedicated Helicopter AW189 Captain to join our team for safe and efficient operation of aircraft across Australia on a touring roster.

Minimum qualifications include ATPL(H), Command Instrument Rating and CASA Class 1 Medical with extensive offshore hours. You will maintain high safety standards, lead crew, and ensure regulatory compliance while coordinating with Training and Management. Applications close October 2, 2026.

Qualifications

• ATPL(H) and Command Instrument Rating required.
• CASA Class 1 Medical Certificate required.
• Minimum offshore experience with 1500 hours rotary multi-engine, multi-crew or 1000 hours offshore PIC under certain conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain final authority over the aircraft during command and ensure safe flight operations.
• Perform flight planning, pre-flight inspections, in-flight operations, and post-flight reporting per procedures.
• Ensure licenses, ratings, medicals and proficiency are current.
• Provide guidance to training and management on status of licenses, visas and certifications.
• Lead Co-Pilots to improve SOP knowledge and safety practices.
• Undertake non-flying administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Sound judgement

Initiative

Teamwork

Education

ATPL(H)

Command Instrument Rating

CASA Class 1 Medical Certificate

Job description

PHI Aviation is seeking a dedicated Helicopter AW189 Captain to join our team for safe and efficient operation of aircraft across Australia on a touring roster.

Minimum qualifications include ATPL(H), Command Instrument Rating and CASA Class 1 Medical with extensive offshore hours. You will maintain high safety standards, lead crew, and ensure regulatory compliance while coordinating with Training and Management. Applications close October 2, 2026.