Offshore Helicopter PIC — IFR/VFR, GOM Ops

Bristow Group; Galliano (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristow Group is seeking experienced VFR and IFR PICs, as well as IFR SIC helicopter pilots, to support offshore oil & gas operations in the Gulf of Mexico. Applications will be reviewed based on business needs and qualifications.

Candidate duties include flight planning, preflight, fueling, manifest oversight, and maintaining logs to ensure airworthiness. Bristow emphasizes safety, professional conduct, and regulatory compliance in all operations.

Qualifications

• Meet minimum requirements per 14 CFR 135.243.
• Must hold a 1st class medical certificate.
• Complete screening questionnaire to determine eligibility.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Must be organized and able to manage a large workload.
• Strong interpersonal skills for team success.
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Helicopter Instrument rating, or ATP certificate.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned aircraft safely and efficiently per Bristow standards and regulations.
• Maintain safety and customer service focus inside and outside the aircraft.
• Maintain situational awareness of weather, NOTAMs, sea state and offshore facility status.
• Manage passenger and aircraft movements, briefings and baggage load.
• Complete flight planning, preflight, fueling and manifest oversight for compliance.
• Keep accurate electronic and paper journey logs and time records.
• Report mechanical irregularities and ensure airworthiness before, during and after flights.
• Facilitate professional communications with customers and represent Bristow well.
• Primarily offshore in the Gulf of Mexico region with potential international assignments.
• Stay current on Bristow procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate

Helicopter Instrument Rating

Airline Transport Pilot Certificate

Job description

Bristow Group is seeking experienced VFR and IFR PICs, as well as IFR SIC helicopter pilots, to support offshore oil & gas operations in the Gulf of Mexico. Applications will be reviewed based on business needs and qualifications.

Candidate duties include flight planning, preflight, fueling, manifest oversight, and maintaining logs to ensure airworthiness. Bristow emphasizes safety, professional conduct, and regulatory compliance in all operations.