Pilot Required-New Zealand
- Jason Walburn
- Aug 1, 2022
- 2 min read

The opportunity | Ngā whakaritenga o te mahi
We are seeking an experienced AW169 qualified emergency service Captain in a VFR/IFR and NVIS operation.
This is a fulltime permanent position. This role will be based in Auckland.
About you | He kōrero mōu
You will be someone with:
Minimum qualifications:
CAA NZ Air Transport Pilots License (Helicopter)
Instrument Rating (min 3 renewals)
3000 hrs Rotary wing
2000hrs PIC
500hrs Multi Engine Turbine
50 hrs NVIS
Unrestricted Night rating
100 hours Instrument time
AW169 experience
EMS experience
Winch experience
Desirable qualifications:
BK117 experience
B cat Instructor
VFR Examiner
IFR Examiner
NVIS Instructor
FRMS experience
Previous NZCAA Senior Person position held
Required Skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
IT literate
Demonstrate experience of helicopter flight operations within the emergency services or relevant role
High level of knowledge of current aviation legislation
Experience of emergency service/relevant flight operations.
Main Responsibilities
Carry out duties as a HEMS pilot in accordance with CAA requirements and the NRHL exposition.
Remain aware of and advise where necessary on operational or legislative factors that affect HEMS operations.
Undertake aviation related duties on behalf of NRHL.
Regular liaison with colleagues, HEMS crew, engineering and appropriate third parties.
Assist with operational and training requirements.
Maintain and demonstrate an active interest in the overall activities of NRHL and reflect the organisations vision, mission and values in all communications with the public.
Be prepared to attend occasional promotional or fundraising events either as part of a team or as an individual to support and promote trust activities.
About us | He kōrero tenei mo tatou
Northern Rescue Helicopter Limited are proud to serve the people of the Northern Region of Aotearoa New Zealand. Patients, whanau, and people are at the centre of everything we do. We work across clinical and aviation domains to strive to provide early, safe, high quality and equitable access to pre-hospital and patient transport healthcare. By joining us you're making a big difference for the people we help.
If you are a highly motivated person with a positive attitude and want to become part of our Flight Operations team, the please send your CV detailing relevant experience including the names of two professional referees. Click APPLY now.
Applications close on 29th August 2022
Applicants must satisfy New Zealand residence conditions. You will have the right to work or live in New Zealand.
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