BK117/H145 SPIFR NVG HEMS/SAR Pilot – New Zealand

EMS Pilot – Taieri Base

Otago, Taieri Airfield, Dunedin, New Zealand

Full Time, HEMS / Air Ambulance, Pilot

To be negotiated

Wednesday, 1st of July 2026

Application Closes:

Friday, 19th of June 2026

EMS Pilot – Helicopters Otago

Taieri Base

Helicopters Otago is seeking an experienced and motivated EMS Pilot to join our Taieri-based air ambulance crew.

Operating in some of New Zealand’s most dynamic and challenging environments, our service provides critical aeromedical response across the lower South Island. We are looking for a professional pilot who thrives in a high-performance team environment and is committed to operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

About the Role

As an EMS Pilot, you will:

• Conduct air ambulance and rescue missions across mountainous, coastal, and remote terrain

• Operate in a 4 on 4 off roster environment

• Work closely with management, paramedics and other crew

• Maintain the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and decision-making

• Participate in training, development, and other tasks as necessary

• Carry out pilot-maintenance on helicopters and equipment

• Maintain our facilities and gear to the highest standards

You will be required to live within a reasonable distance from the base in order to meet requirements for night mission dispatch times.

Minimum Requirements

• CPL(H) or ATPL (H) with current Class 1 Medical

• Minimum 3,000 hours total helicopter time

• Minimum 2,000 hours PIC helicopter

• Multi-engine experience

• Unrestricted night & NVG ratings

• Instrument Rating (Helicopter) – SPIFR

• Mountain flying experience

• Excellent CRM and communication skills

• Eligibility to live and work in New Zealand

Highly Regarded

• EMS and SAR experience

• BK117 / EC145 / H145 ratings & experience

• Previous single-pilot IFR operations

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration

• Structured roster

• Modern, well-equipped aircraft

• Advanced training systems including simulator access

• Supportive, high-performing team culture

• The opportunity to operate in one of the most spectacular flying environments in the world

If you are a professional, safety-focused pilot ready to contribute to a high-performing aeromedical team, we would like to hear from you.

Applications including CV and cover letter should be submitted to:

andy@heliotago.co.nz

Applications close: 12th June