"Lead NRHL's AW169 HEMS missions, ensuring compliance and mission success in New Zealand"

AW169 IFR NVIS SAR/HEMS Captain – New Zealand

Northern Rescue Helicopter Ltd Auckland Papakura & Franklin Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics Aviation Services Full time Posted 2h ago

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.
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