As we all know the Helicopter Industry is a very tough business to get into and sometimes it is though to keep on going. So far I am able to describe my work relationship with current employers and former with basicly two words: Used and abused.
As funny as this sounds. It isn`t. Here is a little closer look what I mean:
55 to 60 working hours a week is common and overtime is not even paid.
I am talking about 10 - 14 working hours a day and sometimes 6 days a week.
Relocation after work to another airport with the car, several hours drive.
Regular violations of flight and duty times.
Regular requests of violations against the law.
Always stupid requests from your boss to do medical exams and stuff like that on your days of and so on.
This is not experience from a singel oerator I have made, it is rather a closer look at the whole industry. (At least in Germany)
What is your experience with different operators, helicopter markets in other countries and work relationships. Are there companys out there where you feel well treated and feel happy to contribute your work and experience to them?