AS350 Aerial Work/Charter Pilot – New Zealand
Mount Cook Ski Planes and Helicopters have a unique opportunity working in the most dynamic and spectacular alpine environment in New Zealand.
Our ideal candidate is an accomplished Helicopter Pilot with previous experience in the Aoraki and/or Westland national parks or a similar operation. We are seeking a person who is established in the local area or is seeking to be located here for the long-term.
For the right candidate there is the opportunity for career development and progression onto the BK117.
Based at Mount Cook aerodrome, we operate a fleet of AS350, EC130 and BK117 helicopters conducting tourism flights with glacier and mountain landings, transporting hikers and climbers, aerial work including long-lining operations, filming and photography and charter work. INFLITE is an approved FENZ and DOC provider.
INFLITE is proud to offer pathways within the company for helicopter pilots to upskill and diversify their experience through the 3 South Island bases as well as Heletranz Auckland.
You will be working with a professional close-knit team who are proudly focused on delivering high value products which exceed our customers’ expectations. The ideal candidates will strive to uphold our company values whilst operating in accordance with INFLITE's Operations manual and actively engage in and promote our Safety Management System.
Attributes required:
The ability to operate safely in a dynamic mountainous environment.
Maintain high standards of personal and aircraft presentation
Be able to work as part of a close-knit professional team
Be an effective communicator
The ability to adapt to operational changes and work to a schedule
Have a long-term view to the role and living in the local area
Minimum requirements:
CAA NZ CPL H
Class 1 Medical
2000+ hours total time
AS350 experience
Mountain flying and snow/alpine landing experience
Desirable:
3000+ hours
BK117 rating
EC130 rating
Long line experience
Heli-ski experience
Reporting to the Lead Pilot, you will need to be able to operate effectively in a fast-paced flying operation with a firm focus on safety and customer service. Pilots are required to be tasked to different South Island bases from time to time due to operational requirements.
PLEASE NOTE: Applicants who do not have a CAA NZ licence, work rights in NZ or the minimum requirements will not be replied to.
About the INFLITE Group
We are part of the INFLITE Group; A business striving for excellence who set high standards in all areas of our business. We have embarked on an exciting journey of growth, with real forward momentum. We are recognised as a leader in the tourism industry, proudly Qualmark Gold, CarbonZero and a finalist in the Westpac Business and 100% Pure Experience Awards.
Our brands include Heletranz Helicopters, Mount Cook Ski Planes & Helicopters, Nelson Tasman Air, Skydive Mt Cook, Skydive Abel Tasman & Skydive Franz Josef.
INFLITE offers a supportive work environment with great staff benefits. If you are a person with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude, can maintain a level-head, have a mature outlook and willingness to go the extra mile then we want to hear from you.
Salary
Salary packages will be offered in line with the candidate’s previous experience and can include subsidised company accommodation if required.
Please send a current CV with cover letter to brad.collier@inflite.nz
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