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Pilots Required-New Zealand



INFLITE Franz and Fox Helicopters is currently seeking experienced helicopter pilots for our growing West Coast operation. 


We operate a fleet of AS350B2/B3 and FX2 helicopters conducting tourism flights with glacier and mountain landings, transporting hikers and climbers, aerial work including long-lining operations, filming and photography and charter work. We are an approved FENZ and DOC provider.


INFLITE is proud to offer pathways within the company for helicopter pilots to upskill and diversify their experience through the 3 South Island bases as well as Heletranz Auckland.


You will be working with a professional close-knit team who are proudly focused on delivering high value products which exceed our customers’ expectations. The ideal candidates will strive to uphold our company values whilst operating in accordance with INFLITE'S Operations manual and actively engage in and promote our Safety Management System. 

 

Attributes required: 


  • The ability to operate safely in a dynamic mountainous environment. 

  • Maintain high standards of personal and aircraft presentation 

  • Be able to work as part of a close-knit professional team 

  • Be an effective communicator 

  • The ability to adapt to operational changes and work to a schedule

  • New Zealand citizenship or the rights to work in NZ 

 

Senior Pilots - Experience required:


  • CAA NZ CPL H  

  • Class 1 Medical 

  • 2000 hours helicopter time 

  • AS350 experience

  • Experience operating on the West Coast or a similar operation


Reporting to the Lead Pilot, you will need to be able to make sound decisions around weather and ops based on your experience in the industry.


Acting as Duty Pilot for the base you will also have oversight of other line pilots and set an example for the rest of the team.

 

Line Pilots - Experience desired:


  • Approximately 1000 hours helicopter time

  • AS350 rating  

  • Mountain flying experience. 

  • Part 135 flying experience 


Reporting to the Lead Pilot, you will need to be able to operate effectively in a fast-paced flying operation with a firm focus on safety and customer service.

 

About the INFLITE Group 


We are part of the INFLITE Group; A business striving for excellence who set high standards in all areas of our business. We have embarked on an exciting journey of growth, with real forward momentum. We are recognised as a leader in the tourism industry, proudly Qualmark Gold, CarbonZero and a finalist in the Westpac Business and 100% Pure Experience Awards.  


Our brands include Heletranz Helicopters, Mount Cook Ski Planes & Helicopters, Nelson Tasman Air, Skydive Mt Cook, Skydive Abel Tasman & Skydive Franz Josef. 


INFLITE offers a supportive work environment with great staff benefits.  If you are a person with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude, can maintain a level-head, have a mature outlook and willingness to go the extra mile then we want to hear from you. 

 

Salary & Roster


INFLITE Franz and Fox helicopters operates a 6 ON / 3 OFF roster.


Salary packages will be offered in line with the candidate’s previous experience and can include subsidised company accommodation if required. 


Please send a current CV with cover letter to brad.collier@inflite.nz  


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