Commercial Helicopter Pilot - Wellington
- 15 hours ago
- 2 min read
GCH Aviation, owner/operators of Wellington Helicopters, are looking for an experienced Commercial Helicopter Pilot to join our small team based on Queens Wharf in central Wellington.
GCH Aviation also operates the Nelson Marlborough and Canterbury West Coast Rescue Helicopters, the New Zealand Flying Doctors Service, the GCH Jet Centre (FBO) & Jet Operations, Kaikoura Helicopters and Coastwide Helicopters.
GCH Aviation is proudly family owned, with opportunities to be involved across the wider organisation and contribute in areas of personal interest and expertise. At GCH Aviation, every member of the team contributes to the wider operation, so our pilots are expected to be hands-on and willing to assist wherever required to ensure the smooth and safe running of operations.
This includes being willing and available to travel and work at any GCH Aviation base when required.
Remuneration will be discussed with the successful applicant and will reflect skills and experience in line with the company remuneration matrix.
About Wellington Helicopters
Wellington Helicopters is a solely commercial operations base delivering a wide range of specialised helicopter services across the lower North Island and beyond.
Our experienced team focuses on:
Inner-city lifting and precision operations
Firefighting and emergency response work
Powerline construction and maintenance support
Scenic flights and tourism experiences
Passenger and charter transfers
Commercial aerial project work and more
We are looking for a helicopter pilot with:
A current NZCAA Commercial Pilot Licence (Helicopter)
Minimum 1000 hours PIC helicopter time preferred
Experience in, or willingness to undertake, passenger work and scenic flights
Willingness to assist in office, sales and ground support duties
BK117 and/or EC130 ratings preferred
External load experience preferred (200 hours+)
A high level of physical fitness and good health to meet operational demands
A valid NZCAA Class 1 Medical Certificate
Strong customer service skills, team focus and flexibility
The ability to pass NZCAA, Aviation Security and Police vetting checks
Willingness to work shift work across a seven-day roster in accordance with the Company Flight & Duty and Fatigue Management Schemes, including weekends and Public Holidays.
Advantageous experience includes:
HUET certification
Overwater flying experience
Firefighting, powerline, exploration and drilling experience
Multi-engine helicopter experience
Please upload your cover letter and CV highlighting your current ratings, flying hours, skills and experience.
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