Helicopter Pilots

Location: Fort Nelson

Serving Northeastern BC and surrounding area since 2002, Qwest Helicopters is looking for experienced full-time Helicopter Pilots to join our team. Our fleet consists of AS350s (BA, B1, B2 and B3), Bell 206s, a Bell 205 and Dauphin 365N1s.

We are seeking permanent full-time pilots who are willing to relocate to Fort Nelson, but would be consider a rotation for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

Conducting flights in strict adherence with Company procedures;

Conducting flights in accordance with Canadian Aviation Regulations, the Rotorcraft Flight Manual (RFM), and the Company Operations Manual (COM);

Checking weather and all applicable NOTAMs,

Calculating correct fuel and oil requirements;

Calculating the helicopter weight and balance;

Completing an Operational Flight Plan;

Completing the VFR Flight Plan/Flight Itinerary;

Completing an aircraft pre-flight inspection before each departure;

Supervise or carry out the loading and securing of cargo, baggage and/or freight;

Safety briefing for passengers or “persons carried on board” (aerial work operations); and,

Completing all post flight duties, including notification/confirmation to the Company of the whereabouts of the helicopter when away from base, recording flight times and any defects.

Qualifications

Current Canadian CPL (H) or ATPL (H) and Medical

Valid Drivers License

Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is required

Minimum 1500hrs PIC rotary time

BC approved Mountain Course

Must be fluent in English

Must have firefighting experience – bucketing

Wildlife experience is an asset

Type endorsements on AS350 and Bell 206 is an asset

We offer competitive remunerations as well as an excellent employee benefits package.

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