R44 Helicopter Line Pilot

**Job Title:**R44 Helicopter Line Pilot

About the company:

Whitsunday Air Services is a Helicopter, Seaplane and Fixed wing aircraft tour and transfer operator servicing the Whitsundays, Great Barrier Reef and Hamilton Island Area. We provide luxury tours such as scenic flights, helicopter transfers, reef cruises and snorkeling tours including our world famous “Journey to The Heart”.

About the role:

We are now seeking a motivated individual for the role of an R44 Helicopter Line Pilot. The position will be full time and require the candidate to reside on Hamilton Island. Reporting to the Deputy HOFO, the role will support the day to day operations of the business.

Your primary responsibilities will be to provide safe, professional and compliant line pilot operations as perthe company operations manual, company SOPs, Aircraft flight manual, AIP, ERSA and the CASA Rules & Regulations.

About you:

The minimum requirements of the role are as follows:

• 350 hours PIC helicopter
• 10 hours PIC R44
• Current HUET Course
• Current DG
• Current ASIC
• Current DAMP test.
• Australian Citizen or resident.
• A satisfactory target score in a Pre-Employment Compass Pilot Aptitude Test
• Nil incidents/accidents in the last 5 years

Desirable qualifications:

• Over water and float experience.
• Turbine endorsement
• Preference will be given to applicants who have a Hospitality/tourism and or customer service background.

What’s in it for you

• Access to salary sacrifice options
• Supportive team culture
• Generous staff discounts
• The chance to work and live in the beautiful Whitsundays

Only applicants who meet the minimum requirements can be considered for this role. If you are interested, please apply now and send a copy of your Cover Letter and Resume. Please note that in the event of a high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.