Bell 412 Chief Pilot-New South Wales

JOB POSTING: 2020-021

JOB TITLE: Bell 412 Chief Pilot

COMPANY: Coulson Aviation Pty Ltd.

REPORTS TO: Director of Flight Operations Rotorcraft

ABOUT US:

At the Coulson Group, we know that our employees are our strongest asset. Guided by a successful past and a long-term innovative vision for growth, our future success will be driven by our people and our strategic approach to our work. Family owned and operated since 1960, the Coulson Group of Companies began with Coulson Forest Products. During the 1990s, the Coulson Group expanded into Aviation and have become global leaders in aerial firefighting, emergency personnel transport and other heavy lift operations. Coulson Aviation operates in North America, South America and Australia and we expect to expand our specialized missions to other countries around the world. In addition to aviation we operate Port Alberni’s local gaming center and restaurant, Chances RimRock and Cypress Restaurant. In 2012, Coulson Ice Blast was founded, a wet & dry ice blasting cleaning technology business and have expanded the group further launching Coulson Entertainment, a division that provides large scale aviation props to movie productions.Coulson Group is founded on innovation, diversification and entrepreneurial spirit and values safety first, environmentally friendly, working smarter and harder than the competition and customer service excellence.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

We are looking for Pilots to join our team in Australia.This position will operate year-round and is based out of Bankstown Airport. Pilots are responsible to perform aerial fire suppression by piloting RFS owned helicopters over all types of terrain during aerial firefighting. Besides fire suppression pilots will transport crew and equipment, perform reconnaissance, medical rescue, disaster mitigation and related activities. The pilot is responsible for the overall operation of Rural Fire Service aircraft, and is the final authority for all safety-of-flight aspects of flying the helicopter.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Operates medium size turbine powered helicopters over all types of terrain to suppress wild-land and other types of fires; may be involved in making water/foam drops in assigned fire suppression target areas, effecting rescues, and transporting firefighter crews and logistical materials to the fire line.

• Reviews and maintains written and computerized flight logs and records.

• Operates special helicopter accessory equipment to carry-out fire suppression missions, which may include:fixed water tank, hydraulic snorkel, external water bucket, sling loads, rescue hoist, seeder, and helitorch.

• Maintains self and helicopter in a constant state of readiness for dispatch to emergency and non-emergency alarms; or to assigned locations for ready response standby.

• Researches, develops and writes procedures for Helicopter Program.

REQUIREMENTS:

Three (3) years of full-time experience flying as Pilot-In-Command in busy urban Tower Controlled Areas.

Three (3) years of full-time experience flyingas Pilot in Command in Fire Operations•Three (3) years for Passenger Charter 133 experience•Flying Hours as Pilot-In-Command as Follows:

• Helicopter -3,000 hours.

• Type II turbine powered helicopters -750 hours

• Mountainous terrain on unimproved landing area at altitudes exceeding 1000 meters.

• Performing low level missions in fire control, map survey, news media, power line patrol, search and rescue, aerial spraying, or seeding operations over mountain or forested areas and over water operations; or comparable military experience -500 hours.

• Night flying in Helicopter -100 hours.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE OR SKILLS:

Possession of a valid FAA/CASA Flight Instructor Certificate.

Knowledge of Incident Command System, local topography, and area weather conditions.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit your resume with a cover letter outlining your experience and salary expectations to jobs@coulsongroup.com

Please quote “2020-021–Bell 412 Chief Pilot” in the Subject line.

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

BENEFITS:

In addition to a competitive salary, Coulson Group values and strongly encourages its employees to maintain a positive Work-Life Balance, creating an environment that champions creativity and autonomy. We are proud of our team and encourage a respectful workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and all ideas are welcome. Moreover, we support growth within the company and provide opportunities for advancement. We support diversity, equity and a workplace that is free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation through any element of the competition process, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.