HEMS Pilot

Gama Aviation LLC; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Group Pension Scheme

Comprehensive Life Assurance

Comprehensive Income Protection

Comprehensive Travel Insurance

Comprehensive Private Healthcare

2 Paid Volunteering Days

Support for military license conversion

Investment in Training and Development

Job summary

Gama Aviation LLC is seeking a HEMS Pilot based in Glasgow. The role demands proficiency in safe flight operations, with responsibilities that include compliance with operational standards and engaging in risk management practices. Candidates should have significant flight experience and current UK licensing.

The ideal applicant will possess a minimum of 1000 PIC hours, along with a UK Class 1 Medical. The position offers benefits such as a competitive pension scheme and comprehensive healthcare after probation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1000 hours as PIC of aircraft, including 500 hours as PIC on helicopters.
• Minimum Level 4 English Language proficiency standard.
• EU/UK Driving Licence and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compliant and efficient flight operations for HEMS.
• Engage with the company safety reporting scheme and risk management.
• Represent the company professionally with stakeholders.

Skills

Safe flight operations

Risk management

Communication with charity partners

Kindness and professionalism

English Language proficiency (minimum Level 4)

Education

Current UK CAA Part‑FCL ATPL (H) or CPL(H)

Current UK CAA Class 1 Medical

Tools

UK CAA Flight licensing

Military Pilot credentials (if applicable)

Job description

Position

HEMS Pilot

Location

Glasgow

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compliant and efficient flight operations in support of HEMS operations
• Conduct company duties with diligence and professionalism, and operate in accordance with the company operations manuals and other regulatory requirements
• Be responsible for actively engaging with the company safety reporting scheme, taking a proactive stance on risk management, and reporting any events which may contribute towards continual improvement in safety
• Display kindness and professionalism whilst acting as a representative of the company and actively engage with our charity partners and other industry stakeholders

Licensing Requirements

• Current UK CAA Part‑FCL ATPL (H) or CPL(H) with ATPL(H) theoretical exams, plus current UK CAA IR(H) plus current UK CAA Class 1 Medical
• Current Qualified Military Pilot (Helicopters) with Unrestricted Green Instrument Rating (Helicopters)
• Validity period current ATPL(H) theoretical exams plus current UK CAA Class 1 Medical (for candidates who do not hold these, Gama will fully fund and coordinate the pathway to achieve them)

Additional Requirements

• Minimum 1000 hours as PIC of aircraft, of which 500 hours is as PIC on helicopters; OR
• Minimum 1000 hours as co‑pilot in HEMS operations of which 500 hours are as PICUS and 100 hours as PIC of helicopters
• Minimum 500 hours operating experience in helicopters, gained in an operational environment similar to the intended operation
• Minimum 20 hours of VMC at night as PIC
• Willingness to work on a rostered basis including working night shifts
• Minimum Level 4 English Language proficiency standard
• EU/UK Driving Licence
• Right to live and work in the UK

Advantageous

• 2000 hours total flight time
• Relevant type rating
• NVG experience

Benefits

• Competitive Group Pension Scheme
• Comprehensive Life Assurance
• Comprehensive Income Protection
• Comprehensive Travel Insurance
• Comprehensive Private Healthcare (after successful passing of probation)
• 2 Paid Volunteering Days each calendar year (subject to line manager approval)
• Full support for conversion to a civilian licence will be provided for military candidates
• Investment in Training, Qualifications and Professional Development