Helicopter Pilot | AW139

Position Summary

The Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) Pilot operates the Leonardo AW139 in support of mission-critical aeromedical, police, and rescue aviation services. This position involves complex helicopter operations in a multi-crew environment, requiring extensive night, instrument, and search and rescue experience. The Pilot is responsible for maintaining safe, reliable, and compliant flight operations while supporting emergency response missions.

Schedule

• Equal-time roster.
• Expected commencement: March 2027.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a line pilot operating the Leonardo AW139 during Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) missions.
• Conduct safe and reliable aeromedical, police, and rescue aviation operations.
• Comply with applicable aviation regulations, operational procedures, and safety requirements.
• Work effectively within a multi-crew environment, applying Crew Resource Management (CRM) principles.

Requirements

• Excellent Crew Resource Management (CRM) and communication skills.
• CASA Commercial Pilot Licence (Helicopter) or Air Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL-H) with appropriate endorsements and ratings.
• Minimum 2,000 hours total flight experience.
• Minimum 1,500 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) flight time.
• Minimum 500 hours PIC turbine rotary-wing flight time.
• Night Visual Flight Rules (NVFR) Rating with a minimum of 200 hours night flight experience.
• Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) Rating Grade 1 with a minimum of 40 hours NVIS as PIC.
• Multi-Engine Command Instrument Rating with a minimum of three renewals.
• Current CASA Class 1 Medical Certificate.
• Comprehensive night, winch, and Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) experience in a multi-crew environment.
• Ability to successfully complete medical and police background checks.
• Ability to obtain or maintain an Australian Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).
• Ability to apply for and obtain NV1 security clearance if required.

Preferred Qualifications

• AW139 Type Endorsement with a minimum of 100 hours relevant PIC experience on type.
• Previous Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or Search and Rescue (SAR) experience operating the AW139.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package.
• Job security with an established global aviation organization.
• Career progression opportunities domestically and internationally.

Compensation

• Attractive salary package; specific amount not disclosed.