EC135 IFR NVIS HEMS Copilot – Australia

Helijobs.net; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals supplied

Accommodation provided

Gym and recreation facilities

Job summary

Aerotech Group seeks a HEMS Pilot to join the Cooper Basin operation at Moomba. You will operate the EC135P2+ helicopter in a challenging, 24/7 environment with MCC, IFR and NVIS tasks. Base is Moomba Airport; meals are supplied and camp facilities are available.

The role starts as a casual position with potential progression to an IFA, offering long-term stability within a strong aviation team in South Australia.

Qualifications

• EC135 operations knowledge and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate EC135P2+ helicopter under VFR, IFR and NVIS conditions.
• 2
• Self-manage daily duties and rest periods to maintain a 24 hour standby roster.
• 3
• Contribute to SOPs and Safety Management System for continuous improvement.
• 4
• Perform secondary duties as allocated by Base/Contract Manager.
• 5
• Strive to maintain high levels of customer service.

Skills

Captain experience

Co-pilot experience

MCC/IFR/NVIS operations

Education

EC135 Type Rating

Instrument Rating with MEH endorsement

NVIS rating

Class 1 Medical

Helicopter ATPL (desirable)

Job description

Company: Aerotech Group Location: Adelaide SA Type: Casual/Vacation Posted: 5 days ago

Description

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Established in 1968, The Aerotech Group is South Australia’s largest privately owned aviation company, with specialised aircraft, innovative thinking and a team of talented people. With 160+ staff and a fleet of 40 aircraft, Aerotech Group have a well-deserved reputation as an Australian leader in providing aerial solutions, working across several sectors including firefighting, agricultural spraying, mining support and medical evacuations.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are excited to recruit a HEMS Pilot to work in the iconic Cooper Basin. You will operate in a challenging environment based at Moomba in a EC135 P2+ aircraft. The operation is 24/7 and requires MCC, IFR and NVIS skillsets to successfully conduct your role.

With access to the camp facilities, you will find yourself with your own room and ensuite, with access to extensive amenities including; recreation and cinema rooms, sauna, pool, tennis/basketball and squash courts, a daily fitness class as well as three gyms (cardio, weights and general purpose/stretching/boxing). All meals are supplied.

At this time we are looking to fulfil the role of co-pilot however if you have experience more closely aligned to the captain minimums we still encourage you to apply.

This role begins as a casual however you are able to transition into an Individual Flexibility Agreement (IFA) after a 3-month period, offering long-term stability and structure.

• Base of operations is the Cooper Basin, Moomba Airport. Company arranged connecting flights are available from any airport with an RPT service.
• Operate EC135P2+ helicopter under the VFR, IFR and NVIS conditions
• Typical roster periods of 15 days on 13 days off
• Self-manage daily duties and rest periods to maintain a 24 hour standby roster in accordance within Aerotech Helicopters FRMS
• Implement, review, update and contribute to company SOP’s to facilitate continuous improvement of the operation
• Actively participate in the Safety Management System
• Conduct secondary duties as allocated by the Base Manager or Contract Manager from time to time
• Strive to ensure customer satisfaction and high standards of service are maintained

EXPERIENCE

• EC135 Type Rating (or similar complexity aircraft)
• Total hours helicopter experience: 2000 hours (captain), 1000 (co-pilot)
• Total hours in command helicopters: 1000 (captain), 100 (co-pilot)
• Instrument Rating with MEH endorsement
• NVIS rating
• Class 1 Medical
• Hours on EC135: 100 (captain), 50 (co-pilot) (desirable)
• Holding, or working towards Helicopter ATPL (desirable)

CULTURE AND BENEFITS

Boasting an enviable, relaxed and down to earth culture, you will get to work within a well-established and successful family business, where staff pride themselves on providing exceptional service to their varied clients. Additionally, you will be part of a South Australian success story, working within a team who are passionate about aviation and committed to all that they do.