[Update] R44 Aerial Work/Charter Pilot – Australia

Heli Preflight; Narrabri Shire Council; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-competitive salary

Safety-first culture

Varied operational flying

Narrabri-based role

Job summary

Northwest Helicopters is seeking a dedicated R44 Helicopter Pilot to join our team in Narrabri, NSW. The role involves feral animal control, charter flights including scenic trips, and general aircraft maintenance duties in regional and remote areas.

You will operate mostly locally, with home nights, under a safety-first culture and supportive team. CPL-H, DG awareness, and First Aid are required.

Qualifications

• Commercial Pilot Licence – Helicopter (CPL-H) required.
• R44 Type Rating and 500 TT+ hrs minimum.
• Dangerous Goods (DG) awareness, First Aid and Class 1 Medical.

Responsibilities

• Feral animal control and flight operations.
• Charter flights including scenic flights.
• Maintain aircraft and hangar duties.
• General R44 operations in regional/remote areas.
• Fly locally with most work at Narrabri.

Skills

CPL-H

R44 Type Rating

Low-level flight

Communication

Situational awareness

Independence

Ground operations

Education

Commercial Pilot Licence – Helicopter

Job description

Company: Northwest Helicopters
Location: Narrabri, Tamworth & North West NSW
Type: Contract/Temp
Posted: 6 hours ago

Description

Location: Narrabri NSW
Company: Northwest Helicopters
Position Type: Full-Time/Contract
Start Date: October 2026

About Us

Northwest Helicopters is a growing operator providing aerial services including feral animal control, charter and low-level survey work. We value precision, safety, and professionalism. As we expand, we are looking for a dedicated, safety-conscious and vibrant R44 Helicopter Pilot to join our team.

The Role

This position involves a variety of operational flying, including:

• Feral animal control (shooting and flying)
• Charter including scenic flights
• Maintain aircraft and hanger duties
• General R44 operations in regional and remote areas

This is a full-time role with most flying conducted locally, so you’ll be home most nights

• Valid Commercial Pilot Licence – Helicopter (CPL-H)
• R44 Type Rating
• 500 TT + hrs minimum for this position
• Demonstrated low-level flight experience
• Valid Class 1 Medical Certificate
• Completed Dangerous Goods (DG) awareness course
• Valid First Aid certificate
• Valid ASIC Card
• Current DAMP Test
• Well developed communication skills and situational awareness
• Ability to work independently and in remote field conditions
• Low level flying eg; aerial culling, mustering, surveys.
• Firearms licence/Firearms Experience
• Basic mechanical knowledge/helicopter servicing Eg; 50 hr Maintenance Authority
• Positive attitude and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork
• Willingness to assist with ground operations when required
• Need to be able to work independently and be always mindful of the companies best interests.

We Offer

• Industry-competitive salary with room for growth
• A safety-first culture and supportive team
• Exposure to varied operational flying and real-world experience
• Based in Narrabri, great community with modern facilities.