AW139 EMS Captain

CHC Helicopters; Time; On-site; NOK 1,166,000 - 1,684,000; Full time

Job summary

CHC Helicopters Australia seeks an AW139 EMS Captain to support the DFES contract in Jandakot, WA. The role is permanent full‑time on a rotating eight‑day roster with day and night shifts and four days off.

You will operate in offshore energy, EMS and search & rescue settings, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance with a strong teamwork focus.

Applicants must hold ATPL(H), IR-C-ME(H), 3000+ hours, AW139 type rating and CASA/ASIC clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• Valid ATPL(H) license required.
• IR-C-ME(H) with minimum 3 renewals.
• Minimum 3000 flying hours.
• Minimum 1200 multi-engine hours.
• Minimum 2000 PIC hours.
• Current AW139 Type Rating with 100 PIC hours on type.
• NVIS rating.
• 200 hours night flying.
• Low Level rating with Winch Endorsement.
• Ability to obtain CASA Class 1 Medical and ASIC.

Responsibilities

• Operate as AW139 EMS Captain for DFES Contract.
• Work an eight‑day roster: two day shifts, two night shifts, four days off.
• Deliver safe, reliable helicopter services in offshore and EMS environments.

Job description

Reach Beyond!

CHC provides unmatched helicopter services that enable our customers to reach beyond – to work in remote and challenging destinations that limit others – and come home safely. We are dedicated to our purpose of getting our customers where they need to be, when they need to be there, anywhere in the world – safely and reliably.

All you have to do is get on board!At CHC, we pride ourselves on our values and culture:

• Accountability: Take pride and ownership of our actions and results.
• Collaboration: Working together with transparency and trust to drive continuous improvement.
• Care: Creating a safe and sustainable environment for all.
• Integrity: Doing what's right and fostering a culture of respect.
• Excellence: Prioritizing quality services and setting industry standards.

Role Summary

AW139 EMS Captain

Jandakot, WA

Permanent, Full-time

At CHC Helicopter Australia, we deliver safe, reliable, and world-class helicopter services across the offshore energy sector, emergency medical services, and search and rescue.

For more than 75 years, CHC has been trusted to deliver aviation solutions in some of the most remote and challenging environments across the globe. Our dedication to safety, innovation, and operational excellence underpins the critical services we provide to our customers and the communities we serve.

Our people make the difference. With a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and professionalism, we help our customers and colleagues reach beyond what they thought possible.

All you have to do is get on board.

We are currently seeking applications from suitably qualified and experienced pilots for an AW139 EMS Captain position supporting our DFES Contract.

The position operates on an eight-day roster cycle comprising two day shifts, two night shifts and four consecutive days off.

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes

• Valid ATPL(H)
• Valid IR-C-ME(H) with a minimum of 3 renewals
• Minimum 3000 flying hours (H)
• Minimum 1200 multi-engine hours (H)
• Minimum 2000 flying hours Pilot-In-Command (PIC) (H)
• Current AW139 Type Rating with 100 PIC hours on type
• NVIS rating
• 200 hours night flying
• Low Level rating with Winch Endorsement
• Ability to obtain and maintain a CASA Class 1 Medical and Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)

• Previous SAR/EMS experience

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented approach
• Positive attitude and strong team orientation
• Excellent collaboration and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic team environment

Eligibility

Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia and meet any clearance requirements relevant to the role.

Diversity & Inclusion

At CHC, we celebrate diversity and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all genders, the LGBTI+ community, mature-aged workers, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Recruitment Process

We may commence interviews or close applications prior to the advertised closing date if suitable candidates are identified.

Recruitment Agencies

We manage this vacancy directly and do not engage recruitment agencies for this role.

We kindly request that agencies do not contact us in relation to this position or submit unsolicited candidate CVs. Any CVs submitted without prior written agreement will be treated as direct applications, and no agency fees will be payable. Thank you for your understanding.