Helicopter Line Pilot – New Zealand

Company: Glacier Country Helicopters Ltd

Location: Franz Josef, New Zealand

Glacier Country Helicopters is a locally owned and operates scenic helicopter flights over New Zealand’s most stunning landscapes, the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers in the Westland Tai Poutini and Aoraki Mount Cook National Parks. Our team is passionate about offering world-class experiences to visitors from all over the globe. As we continue to expand, we are seeking another experienced and suitably qualified Helicopter Pilot to join our flight operations team based in Franz Josef, New Zealand.

Glacier Country Helicopters is a trusted and experienced helicopter operator providing scenic flights, commercial transport and specialist aviation services from our base in New Zealand’s stunning Westland Tai-Poutini National Park. With a strong focus on safety, operational excellence and customer experience, we operate in some of the country’s most breathtaking and challenging environments, including glaciers, mountains and remote wilderness areas.

Role Description

Glacier Country Helicopters is seeking an experienced helicopter pilot(s) to join our team. Based in Franz Josef, and due to company growth, we have positions for a permanent full-time pilot and/or fixed term for our tourism season(s).

Performing a large variety of work; from tourism scenic flight operations to film, charter and utility work. We work as a close team to ensure safe and professional service throughout all aspects of our operation. The ideal candidate will be required to continue these ethics, demonstrate a positive drive to succeed and possess the required qualifications and experience levels.

We are looking for an experienced Helicopter Pilot who is hard working and an enthusiastic team player to join our fun and dynamic team and work environment. Accommodation is available in one our staff homes.

We operate four helicopters (AS350B2, EC120B and MD520N).

The position requires:

• CPL(H)

• Minimum 1000 hours helicopter time

• Minimum 500 hours turbine time

• Mountain Flying experience

• Class 1 CAA Medical

• H125 Type Rating

SALARY & BENEFITS

The role is a fulltime position and remuneration will be based on previous experience and expertise the successful candidate brings to the role.

An opportunity to live and work in one of New Zealand’s most stunning locations, with hunting, fishing, hiking and so much more, right at your back door.

Applicants must reside in New Zealand and if are not citizen, must have the appropriate work visas to work in New Zealand.

To be considered, please email your cover letter and CV to office@gch.nz