Helicopter Pilot-Otago, Queenstown & Wanaka

Over The Top – the helicopter company has been operating in Queenstown for thirty-five years.

As the pioneer of luxury helicopter tourism in New Zealand, the essence of our company continues to be “to provide our guests with an unforgettable experience, utilising our helicopters to access pristine areas”.

These excursions can include access to our private Par 3 Golf in the mountains, our exclusive High Country Station Alpine Kitchen, remote places in the Fiordland and Aspiring National Parks and other treasured areas throughout New Zealand.

In addition to this we undertake commercial helicopter work and are Approved Operators with DOC and FENZ meeting their Operational Service Specifications.

We require a charismatic person to be based in Queenstown and join our professional crew.

The ideal applicant shall have the following

• New Zealand citizenship or valid New Zealand work visa.

• Excellent communication and prioritisation skills

• A friendly and professional manner

• Enthusiasm and adaptability

• A love for the outdoors and what Queenstown has to offer

The position requires:

• NZ CPL (H)

• Business acumen and computer literacy

• Sling and mountain experience

• Civil Aviation Fit & Proper Person status and meet the requirements for senior person

Preferably with:

• Fiordland Experience

• B category instructor rating

• Flight Examiner rating

• Firefighting experience

• Multi engine experience

In addition to hold:

• Current First Aid

• Current HUET certification

• Class 1 and Class 2 driving licence

• Current Dangerous Goods License

• Current Firearms licence

Minimum requirements shall be:

• 2500 hours rotary

• 1000 hours turbine

• Rated on BK117, EC130B4, AS350

• Nil accidents incidents or violations in last 5 years

• Fully Covid vaccinated

The position will involve some management areas depending on the qualifications of the applicant and therefore applicants with at least three years experience in part 135 operations is desirable.

Attractive salary packages commensurate with the applicants experience will be offered.

Please forward your full CV with a recent photo by email to ceo@flynz.co.nz

OVER THE TOP – the helicopter company www.flynz.co.nz