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Rotary Training Pilot

/ Position:                   Rotary Training Pilot

/ Location:                  Scotland

/ Salary:                      Competitive

/ Reporting to:           Head of Rotary

/ Contract type:         Permanent

Do you want to be part of an exciting, forward-thinking aviation company?  Are you looking for a unique opportunity to develop your career in a challenging and worthwhile direction whilst supporting a national air ambulance organisation?

Gama Aviation is a global company listed on the London Stock Exchange which specialises in providing aviation services for individuals, corporations and government agencies.

We are seeking applications from qualified helicopter instructors to join our experienced, friendly, and dedicated team to help us deliver a world-class service to our clients.

You’ll need to be flexible, committed, and above all enthusiastic about training pilots and HEMS crew members to our exacting standards.  Applicants from relevant backgrounds including military, SAR, and general aviation will be considered.

/ The Role:

• Responsible for training all helicopter flight crew and TCMs associated with a national air ambulance service, with occasional duties commanding an H145 on single-pilot missions in both HEMS and AA roles

/ Key Responsibilities:

• Scheduling and delivering initial and recurrent training in accordance with Part-D of Gama Aviation’s Helicopter Operations Manual
• Conducting all flying tasks in accordance with Gama Aviation’s HOM, in addition to any regulations as laid down by the ANO and/or EASA as amended by legislation
• Effective management and organisation of the operating base; briefing crews on their HEMS responsibilities and maintaining the high personal and professional standards expected from any employee of Gama Aviation
• Maintenance of aircrew currency with respect to licence, medical, proficiency check(s), line checks, etc, before conducting any flight on behalf of Gama Aviation
• You may occasionally be required to carry out duties of a different nature either in addition to, or instead of, your normal duties.  You will not be assigned duties or asked to perform services which are unreasonable or inconsistent with the position applied for.

/ The Person:

• Current EASA ATPL(H) or CPL(H) with Instrument Rating
• Type rating instructor, preferably with simulator experience
• Minimum 1500 hours as pilot-in-command of aircraft, of which 500 hours is as PIC on twin-turbine helicopters
• Minimum 1500 hours twin-turbine helicopter experience
• Minimum 500 hours experience in helicopters gained in an operational environment similar to the intended operation (e.g. UK HEMS or police pilot)
• Minimum 100 hours IFR, of which 25 hours IFR flight experience has been achieved in the relevant operating environment
• Minimum 40 hours as pilot-in-command of helicopters at night
• Familiarity with AOC HEMS operations
• Fluent English, driving licence, right to work in the UK

/ Desirable Requirements:

• H145 type rating
• Type rating examiner with simulator privileges
• Instrument rating instructor
• Qualified Crew Resource Management Instructor
• NVIS instructor

/ Skills & Abilities:

• Communicating – Uses dialogue at the appropriate level & checks for understanding.  Excellent written work; can be relied upon to produce timely and legible reports.  Exchanges necessary information with others and possesses advanced IT skills.
• Building Relationships – Co-operates well, developing strong relationships at all levels and responding effectively to individual needs.  Treats colleagues with dignity and respect and able to gain the trust of a small team.
• Flexibility and Adaptability – Adopts a flexible and adaptable approach to work.  Recovers well from setbacks and possible resistance from colleagues.  Remains calm under pressure and is task-focused, encouraging others to do the same.
• Making Decisions – Anticipates problems and acts to address causal factors.  Reaches effective decisions by gathering & analysing relevant information to balance cost, benefit, and risk implications.
• Delivering Results – Understands accountability and ownership to ensure results will be delivered to the required standard.  High personal standards and leads by example, creating respect in others.
• Self-Motivated – Can work both independently and as part of a team.  Demonstrates a positive attitude to work and motivates colleagues with enthusiasm. 

/ Hours:         Variable, to suit the demands of the operation, for which a high degree of autonomy will be expected.   Flying shifts will occasionally be required at both operating bases to maintain currency and help cover an equal time 4-on / 4-off roster, with a balance between day and night shifts to cover a 24-hour operational period.  Duty time will never be more than as permitted under the approved FTL scheme.

/ Benefits:

• Private Healthcare
• Smart Pension
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
•  Travel Insurance
• Cyclescheme 

/ Holidays:Four weeks per annum

 

/ Additional Information:   Apply via Gama’s website attaching CV& covering letter detailing how you satisfy the requirements and your salary expectations

 / Applications Close:          July 12^th, 2019 @ 17:00

/ Interviews:                          July & August 2019

/ Start Date:                           From October 2019

Please note: The required flying hours are absolute minimums. Successful candidates will be contacted directly, and all other CVs held on file.

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