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.
The Pilot-in-Command is responsible to the Chief Pilot for the safe conduct of assigned flights. Specific duties include:
- 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/Requirements
- 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.