HEMS Pilot

/ About us:
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, US, Middle East and Hong Kong 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.

/ Skills, Qualifications and Experience required:

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. Further career opportunities are also available for pilots with either training or management experience, and prospects for promotion are excellent as the company continues to expand its rotary division.

Suitable applicants will be invited to discuss their personal situation by phone in the first instance, followed by a face-to-face (or MS Teams) interview.  Please do not apply unless you meet the person specification detailed below.

Essential:Current CAA ATPL(H) (dependant on base) or CAA CPL(H) with Instrument Rating
MP Type rating or MCC certificate (dependant on base)
Minimum 1500 hours as pilot-in-command of aircraft, of which 500 hours is as PIC on twin-turbine helicopters
Minimum 1500 hours twin-turbine helicopter experience
Minimum 500 hours operating experience in helicopters, gained in an environment similar to the intended operation, (Experience to be agreed by Head of Flight Ops)
Minimum 100 hours IFR
Minimum 50 hours as pilot-in-command of helicopters at night
Current Class 1 medical
Current UK/EU passport
Physically and mentally fit to undertake demands of the role
Fluent English, driving licence, right to live & work in UK

Desirable:H145 type rating
Familiarity with AOC HEMS operations
NVIS experience

/ In addition to a Competitive Salary, we will offer you:Competitive Group Pension Scheme
Comprehensive Life Assurance *
Comprehensive Income Protection *
Comprehensive Travel Insurance *
Comprehensive Private Healthcare, with the ability to add Family Members at a discounted rate (after successful passing of probation) *
2 Paid Volunteering Days each calendar year (subject to line manager approval)