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AW139 Helicopter Pilots-New Zealand

  • Writer: Jason Walburn
    Jason Walburn
  • 1 day ago
  • 2 min read
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  • New Plymouth

  • Pilots, Aviation

  • Full-Time and Casual


The company


PHI is a global leader in helicopter services. In the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, PHI takes on some of the most challenging assignments in aviation to deliver high quality helicopter support for energy customers and search and rescue authorities. We are one of the safest helicopter operators anywhere in the world, as every flight we take is guided by our core values of Safe, Efficient, Quality, Service.


About the role


We have two exciting opportunities for a Captain / Co-pilot, we have both Full time and casual opportunities available, to join our dynamic team in New Plymouth. 


If you are a dedicated captain or co-pilot that is looking to enhance every aspect of your flying, then we want to hear from you. You will be responsible for ensuring the completion of flights as scheduled in a safe and timely manner by collaborating with your crew and other team members. 


Reporting to the Chief Pilot you will play a pivotal role in the success of the flight planning optimisation.


 Responsibilities of the role include:


  • Flight planning, Pre-flight inspections and checks, postflight reporting

  • Completing non-flying activities such as facility housekeeping

  • Contributing to the overall success of the operation through collaboration with the rest of the team.


To be considered for this role, you will need: 


  • Sound knowledge and understanding of aviation

  • Captain total hour requirements:

    • Total time- Helicopter: 3000 hours

    • PIC – helicopter: 1500 hours

    • PIC – multi engine helicopter: 1200 hours

  • Co-pilot total hour requirements:

    • Total time- Helicopter: 500 hours

  • New Zealand helicopter instrument rating

  • AW139 Type rating 

  • New Zealand CPL

  • New Zealand ATPL (desirable) 

  • Offshore flying experience (desirable) 


About you:


  • Excellent communication skills

  • Excellent relationship management skills

  • Ability to work well in a team

  • Sound Judgement


By joining our team, you will work in a rewarding and professional environment, with a diverse team of people sharing ideas and experiences.


If this position sounds right for you, please register through our PHI Career Centre and follow the steps to complete an application. If you have any questions about this position, please contact: hradmin@phi-int.com


Applications close Thursday, 01 January 2026. PHI reserves the right to commence shortlisting and remove the job advertisement prior to this date. 


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