Helicopter Pilots

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.

• 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.

• 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.