Lead EMS helicopter rescue operations in Waikato region

BK117 Rescue Crewman – New Zealand

Search & Rescue Services Limited operate 8 Bases covering the Central and Southern North Island of New Zealand.

About the Role (Prior Crewman Qualification and Experience Required)

Search & Rescue Services Limited is looking to recruit a qualified and experienced Helicopter Crewman to join our busy Hamilton-based Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter Team. As an Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Crewman you will also be required to provide medical support to our Intensive Care Paramedics.

You will join a team of enthusiastic and experienced Pilots, Crewmen and Paramedics who provide an essential life-saving service to our local communities.

As a dedicated EMS provider, Search & Rescue Services Limited is required to operate its helicopters on a 24/7 basis, 365 days a year. Flexibility will be required to meet this standard and you will need to be able to work both 24-hour shifts (on an on-call basis) and 12 hour shifts on-site. The successful applicant will possess excellent communication skills with the ability to positively contribute in a close aviation team environment.

Required Skills/Experience:

  • Previous helicopter Crewman experience
  • Helicopter winch/hoist operational experience day/night/water

Desirable Skills/Experience:

  • Experience in Helicopter EMS operations
  • BK/MBB117 Crewman experience
  • NVG/NVIS qualification/experience
  • HUET training/qualification
  • Crew assist experience/training
  • CRM training/qualification
  • Current medical qualification (PHEC/EMT)
  • Helicopter Paramedic experience

As part of your employment you will be required to complete a Police Check. Please apply to our Recruitment Team writing including your CV.

Please note only candidates being progressed to an interview will be contacted.

Applications close 8 May 2020

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