AW139 Captain

Please note that accommodation is not provided. Therefore, we are looking for candidates who live within commuting distance.

Responsibilities & areas

• Responsible for the technical preparation of flights (i.e. route planning, fuel check and general inspection of the helicopter)
• Make sure administration pre and post flight is filled in
• In case of any incidents or problems with the helicopter write a report at the end of the flight.
• Strictly obey the safety rules taking into account the constraints and possibilities of the helicopter and the presence of colleagues.
• Ensure all safety systems are working properly
• Know the NHV procedures and the Flight Operations Manual
• Demonstrate a high degree of customer service awareness
• Perform other "flying duties" as assigned.
• Understanding the client's business & needs, under the decision and supervision of the Chief Pilot.
• Maintaining familiarity with the relevant national and international air legislation, agreed aviation practices and local procedures.
• Maintaining familiarity with NHV's Operations Manual, FOI's and other related manuals, procedures and instructions for fulfilling the job.
• Maintaining a proper standard of crew discipline, conduct and personal appearance.
• Carrying out flight duties, in accordance with NHV's SOP's, limitations and performance related to the allocated helicopter type.
• Taking care of tasks forwarded by the Chief Pilot to the crew for offshore operations (Oil & Gas).
• Leading by example and promoting a team spirit amongst colleagues.
• Respecting the code of conduct and overall behavior towards the whole NHV team, as well as respecting the Drugs & Alcohol policy.
• Respecting the local content, culture and environment and adapt accordingly.

• EASA ATPL(H) License - essential
• UK ATPL(H) License - desirable
• EASA Class 1 Medical - essential
• UK CAA Class 1 Medical – desirable

Type rating:

• AW139

Total expected flight hours:

• 3000 total hours helicopter (but may be reduced by 1000 hours when total hours in similar aircraft complexity exceeds 1000 hours)
• 1500 total hours in command on helicopters (may include PICUS and up to 10% in a flight simulator)
• 1200 total hours in command multi-engine on helicopters (may include PICUS and up to 10% in a flight simulator)
• 500 hours similar complexity helicopter (may include up to 10% in a flight simulator)
• 100 hours in command on AW139

• English Proficiency Level 4
• Good ICT-knowledge (specific aviation software & administrative programs)
• Knows & plays by the procedures & processes (operational, quality, safety...) installed by the company
• Flexible (e.g. for double crewing, standby storm duties ...), a team player, result driven and customer focused