Badhoevedorp - Offshore helideck instructor

Fire and Medical Training Centre BV; Badhoevedorp; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FMTC Safety in Badhoevedorp, Netherlands, seeks an Offshore Helideck Instructor to enable safe helicopter operations and real-life emergency preparedness at our training center.

You will own and deliver courses on helideck operations, align with OPITO, GWO and industry standards, and lead hands-on drills that simulate real scenarios while emphasising safety and passenger handling. English proficiency required.

Qualifications

• Offshore helideck operations experience is required.
• Instructor experience is a plus; mindset matters.
• Certifications in OPITO HLO/HERTL or GWO preferred or willingness to obtain them.
• Good command of English.
• Proactive, flexible and hands-on attitude.
• Strong passion for safety and training.
• Experience in offshore operations, emergency response or aviation safety is a strong advantage.
• Commitment to safety rules and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality training courses for helideck operations according to OPITO, GWO and industry standards (HLO, HERTL and others).
• Execute and continuously improve hands-on training sessions, including realistic helideck scenarios, emergency response drills and helicopter landing coordination.
• Guide participants through practical helideck operations, including safety protocols, passenger handling and emergency procedures.
• Uphold the highest safety standards, because in this role, rules and procedures are non-negotiable.

Skills

Offshore helideck ops

Instructing experience

OPITO HLO/HERTL

GWO

English proficiency

Hands-on attitude

Safety-focused

Offshore operations experience

Job description

Do you thrive on inspiring others, sharing knowledge and making a real impact through hands-on training? Are you someone with offshore helideck operations experience?

For our training center in Badhoevedorp, we are looking for a driven and passionate Offshore Helideck Instructor who wants to enable people to work safely and optimally prepare them for helicopter operations and emergency situations on helidecks.

Who are we?

At FMTC Safety, everything revolves around people and safety. We are a fast-growing, global organization preparing professionals to work safely in some of the world’s most demanding environments: from offshore platforms and wind farms to ships and industrial sites.

What makes us different?

We go where our clients need us. With training centers strategically located around the world, we offer maximum flexibility: in timing, location and delivery. Our mindset is simple: we make it happen. Even if there’s only one participant, the training goes ahead. This requires more than just knowledge, it requires passion, flexibility and a true customer-first mentality. And that’s exactly what defines our instructors.

Job requirements

As an Offshore Helideck Instructor in Badhoevedorp, you are at the heart of our training center. You don’t just deliver courses—you create impactful learning experiences that truly prepare people for real-life helicopter operations and emergencies.

What will you do?

No two days are the same, and that’s exactly what excites you. You take full ownership of your trainings and:

• Deliver high-quality training courses for helideck operations according to OPITO, GWO and industry standards (HLO, HERTL and others)

• Execute and continuously improve hands‑on training sessions, including realistic helideck scenarios, emergency response drills and helicopter landing coordination

• Guide participants through practical helideck operations, including safety protocols, passenger handling and emergency procedures

• Uphold the highest safety standards, because in this role, rules and procedures are non‑negotiable

What do you bring?

• Offshore helideck operations experience is required

• Experience as an instructor is a plus - your mindset matters most

• Ideally, certifications in OPITO HLO/HERTL, GWO, or equivalent (or the willingness to obtain them)

• Good command of English

• A proactive, flexible, and hands‑on attitude

• A genuine passion for safety, training and working with people

• Experience in offshore operations, emergency response or aviation safety is a strong advantage

• A serious commitment to safety rules and protocols, because the well‑being of our students is our top priority

Why FMTC?

Because here, you don’t just join a company - you become part of a journey.

• Work in a truly international and fast‑growing environment

• Take ownership and make a visible impact from day one

• Grow with us through training, certifications and development opportunities

• Experience an open, informal culture with short lines and big ambitions

Not yet fully qualified? No problem! If you have the right attitude and a passion for safety, we’ll provide the training you need to succeed.