HEMS Captain; WAA

Position: HEMS Captain

Location:

Welshpool

Working Hours:

Rostered Basis

We are pleased to invite internal applications for the position of HEMS Captain in Welshpool in support of our prestigious charity partner, Wales Air Ambulance. As HEMS Captain, you will lead the aviation component of life‑saving missions as part of a single‑pilot operation flying H145 helicopters across Wales. Flying in a stunning environment with constant challenges from both weather and terrain, this is probably the most rewarding experience a professional helicopter pilot is likely to face.

We're looking for flexible and committed individuals who are enthusiastic about delivering world class emergency services!

Gama Aviation is a hugely diverse business that offers much more than perhaps its name would suggest. Yes, we fly but we also save lives, provide mission critical intelligence, and build systems that deliver decisive advantage. With operations in the UK, Jersey, Europe and the Middle East, a career with us can offer travel, personal growth opportunities and the ability for long‑term progression in a fast paced and dynamic service industry.

• Provide safe, compliant and efficient flight operations in support of HEMS operations
• Conduct Company duties with diligence and professionalism, and operate in accordance with the Company operations manuals and other regulatory requirements
• Be responsible for actively engaging with the Company safety reporting scheme, taking a proactive stance on risk management, and reporting any events which may contribute towards continual improvement in safety
• Display kindness and professionalism whilst acting as a representative of the Company and actively engage with our charity partners and other industry stakeholders

• Current UK CAA Part‑FCL ATPL (H) or CPL(H) with ATPL(H) theoretical exams, plus current UK CAA IR(H) plus current UK CAA Class 1 Medical
• Minimum 1000 hours as PIC of aircraft, of which 500 hours is as PIC/PICUS on helicopters;
• Minimum 1000 hours as co‑pilot in HEMS operations of which 500 hours are as PICUS and 100 hours as PIC of helicopters
• Minimum 500 hours operating experience in helicopters, gained in an operational environment similar to the intended operation
• Minimum 20 hours of VMCat night as PIC
• Willingness to work on a rostered basis including working night shifts
• Minimum Level 4 English Language proficiency standard
• EU/UK Driving Licence
• Right to live and work in the UK

• Current H145 Type Rating
• MCC qualification, or equivalent military credit, highly desirable but can be provided for the successful candidate
• 2000 hours total flight time
• NVG experience
  
  Previously operated in confined area

If you have Multi‑pilot or Single pilot experience and comfortable operating IFR and at night, then please apply to be considered for this exciting vacancy.

• Competitive Group Pension Scheme
• Comprehensive Life Assurance*
• Comprehensive Income Protection*
• Comprehensive Travel Insurance*
• Comprehensive Private Healthcare (after successful passing of probation)*
• 2 Paid Volunteering Days each calendar year (subject to line manager approval)
• Investment in Training, Qualifications and Professional Development

* Subject to insurance underwriting

Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 20 working days then your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.