terrier
 

St
you obviously have a very intimate view of things in trinidad however it is also apparrent that you have an axe to grind so having said so, while I agree that no company is perfect there are a few facts which you seem to be ignoring,
1 Bristow is not the only company in the world losing pilots, large airlines are also suffering world wide, as well as other offshore operators.

2 while you seem to have an issue with people studying while they are working it is a common practice in all industries, especially among peeople with enough ambition to do something with themselves rather than complain about their situation.

further I think that while there may be issues with them in trinidad im sure there are a lot of good people out there, still carrying the flag proudly, so for the time being if you are so unhappy then leave ( or are they the only people who will tolerate you:ugh: and if you have already left then stop kicking and screaming on the floor because you cant get your favourite cereal and get on with your life, but villifying people is not a very professional attribute :=

Manic !
 

Your observations are excellent. :D

Indeed the aviation industry as a whole is suffering a shortage of Pilot staff.

At the possible risk of explaining myself to you.

I do not "have an axe to grind" as you call it.

What I will do is put my head above the parapet at the risk of taking a hit from you or your like, and make a commentry on where I, and clearly others believe there is "ROT".

Your possible knowledge of this subject matter is apparently limited.

I do not, as you commented have an issue with folks studying whilst working, to perhaps advance their career. I do however have a problem with people taking advantage of their position whilst seeking to disadvantage others or boost their friends position.Those who have recieved the "leg up" through contacts or never having actually qualified by selection for a sponsored cadetships. ON TARGET ! Result ZERO....

I am a supporter of my colleagues, if I make statements and comments to provoke reaction or comment then that is my prerogative.

This thread has become an outlet for the folks involved to "vent", giving entertainment and creating response, when another was removed from them, and long may it continue.

If I chose to make possible denigrating remarks, those would be for my own reasons, but those with familiarity will understand.

I am happy you have become part of this internal debate of sorts, or as I suspect you have chosen to assume a new anonymous identity, also I am happy to have at least caused a reaction, in the same way I found it necessary to respond to an addition on this thread.

As for carrying the flag proudly. It may be the case that some have little option and continue out of necessity but do not assume that they are entirely happy with their situation or the work environment they are forced to endure.

As for my personal situation, I am quite happy. I will not however, stop ridiculing ar lambasting individuals or situations that are unjust or deserve condemnation.



More to come



ST

412maniac & Scottish Terrier
 

Whimps......always alluding to someone or something. be specific..

Trinidad
 

Could it be paradise lost?

Bristow Caribbean Limited & National Helicopters losing Pilots & Engineers.......Air Traffic Controllers on Sick out...What the devil is going on down there?

In a land of so much, why is this happening???

HeloGMan
 

I e-mailed and faxed my resume to Bristow T&T and far exceed their requirements yet I have not heard back. It has only been a week but I'
d sure like to hear something.

Do you happen to have any specific contact information other than was listed in their ad for pilots?

Also, if you have further suggestions, I'd sure be interested.

Thanks

Contact
 

HeloGman,

The ad on the group website gives direct contact information as I believe does those elswhere.

I suspect though that you may be over qualified from what you say.

There are many other options currently available. Dont dwell on the lack of response. Aim Higher !

ST

Caribbean Sadness
 

WHERE D´ 10% GONE?????

WHERE D´ 10 MILLION HANGAR GONE?????? :rolleyes:

WHERE D´ RESTORING OF THE ACTUAL FACILITIES???????? :}

NOTHING SEEMS TO STOP PILOTS MIGRATING & ONLY FEW NEW HIRES.

SO, WHERE THE 20 NEW PILOTS THE COMPANY WAS HIRING??????? :oh:

I GUESS ALL THE ANSWER TO MY Qs WILL COME TRUE ON BOXING DAY!!!!! :=

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYBODY, MEAN WHILE I´LL BE WAITING THIS THINGS TO HAPPEN SMOKING MY LOVELY CUBAN CIGAR.

CHEERS!!!!!!!!!!! :D :ok:

Rotormind
 

I hope you have some warm clothing, ABZ could be quite nippy this time of the year, especially for a Trini boy. :D Also, if you're waiting for those items to get sorted out, I hope you have a good supply of Cubans....

For the not so overqualified
 

Would there be an opportunity for one of advanced years but limited experience to work in T and T. I have read all the negative but there is such a dearth of opportunity in the UK for 46 year old CPL, 280 hours all piston and no IR or instructors rating. No money (credit) left either.

Rotor212
 

Yeh U right, I do have my provisions of scotch, cygars & something else, but I sure it´s not going to take that long, remember they promised it...:confused:

I sure 412MANIAC is going to take care of that himself, as he ussually does...:sad:

BRISTOW: one world, one mission, one team.............:D

BCL: three contracts, :ooh: various missions, same crew-samehelicopter all over the places on a daily basis:sad:, wuuaoooo wha a deal buddy........:ok:

:mad:

Rotormind
 

HAHAHAHA
you people think you know me thats HILARIOUS HAHAHAHAHA

Martin
 

look dude in Trinidad no IR no job to be a commercial pilot down there you must be IR rated first
sorry man its just the law out there

I love this thread, dont feel bad Gman I have all the qualifications they require as well and after I sent them all my documents they never got back to me either. Too bad as where else in the world can you fly offshore and live in a warm place and be home most nights? Keep it comming guys great entertainment!
KF

Something wrong !
 

KF;

If you meet or exceed the BCL requirements , and you are out of a job something has to be wrong with you... :ugh: Bristow Nigeria , ADA , GH and Global Vectra are desperate for qualified pilots , and it is warm and home every night there too.

R.

No IR No job
 

Thanks mate. That is pretty much the rule evrywhere I think. Still looking for the move into turbines. My have to find a way to employ myself.

Ha ha Roty who said I was out of work? I was just looking for something different. havent been out of work since starting in this business, as not many are.

Hahahahahahaha
 

:}HAHAHAHAHAHAHHAA........:}.............HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA:}

I really dont know who you are, but by the way you express yourself & the way you answered the coments made by scotishterrier seems that U r one of those taking advantage of the close-closer relationship to managment boys. :hmm:

anyhow, who cares, enjoy while u can....... :D

it doesnt last for ever!!!!!!!!;)

I wonder????? :rolleyes: "Code of Integrity"............. :hmm: yeah right!!!!!!! :yuk:

Spot On !
 

Rotormind

Im with you on this one.

Exactly what my assumptions were.

Too much familiarity and defence , Now there is the clarification for Martin.

REALLY and TRULY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Also check the age........ 6 ......................That suits too !! :p

"Finger on the Pulse eh".................."What goes around comes around"


Of course maniac could be the chopper dropper in a new guise !
That was a very unfortunate title, though appropriate.

Hope Aberdeen isnt too cold and the Scottish beer suits your tastes. get yourself a Dress !!!!!!!!!!


Enjoy y can tell me about it when we meet !

STsingh

More Time Off !
 

ALL thanks to the Operations staff, not forgetting the good Old Boys In the West WING. It would seem that the local crews could now be achieving their "so valuable" time off......................................................... ...................:D

Only because they are exceeding the 28 day limit of flight time. :uhoh:

Crews are being given 5-6 days off to bring flying time within operational limits. :rolleyes:

Enjoy Your Time Off ! ...........................My FRINGS :ok:


ST

more time off
 

Shoots buddy, 36 days and I've done a grand total of 40 hrs. Man am I busy....and the best part of it is that my STRESS LEVEL is at an all time low...NIL....Eat that 412maniac....:cool:

Tap Still Open!!!!!!!!!!!
 

Come Please, Come!!!!!!!!!!
 

Company Info
Bristow Caribbean Ltd
Phone:
Fax: 1-868-669-7758
Email: [email protected]1-868-669-8102-7 ext 287
Web: www.bristowgroup.com

Contact
Capt Jason Penco-Cheif Pilot

Posted: 7/19/2007

Position: Pilot - Oil Industry
Job Location: Outside USA

Job Description
Job Description Bristow Caribbean operates 12 Bell 412 SP and EP helicopters in support of the offshore oil and gas industry in Trinidad and Tobago. We are currently recruiting qualified professional Helicopter Pilots. Schedule The schedule consists of 6 days on 3 days off with 28 days annual leave (Travel to home base included). Salary Salary - $6,600 USD tax free with $1,100 USD tax free living allowance. Trinidad Taxes will be paid by Bristow Caribbean Ltd. Foreign taxes remain the responsibility of the employee. Requirements  US ATP or ICAO Airline Transport Pilots License equivalent with not less than 2000 flying hours in Helicopters of which 1500 hours must have been as Pilot in Command.  Current IR with a minimum of 75 hours instrument or simulated instrument flight time on helicopters and night rated with a minimum of 50 hours night flying on helicopters.  Bell 412 SP/EP rating ( S 76 will be an asset) – 100 hours minimum on type.  Previous offshore experience – at least 250 hours (twin turbine).  Night rated with a minimum of 50 hours night flying.  Fluent in English.  Committed to safety and quality improvement.

All the above plus 10% salary increase not mentioned on the ad´..... :ok: :D not bad at all.


Is there anybody else coming to help us out????? := :D :O


If so, do it now please.....:\ :{ :ooh: :ouch:


Welcome to the caribbean paradise :rolleyes:


Any queries call me 1-800-4GETIT :ok:


STOP THE EXODUSSSSSSSSS............................ :{ :bored: :oh: :sad:

Too Late
 

Rotorbind,

Old news my friend.
The ad is dated 19th july.

Considering that the operation is still short handed tells its own story !

It aint gonna stop the exodus

ST

Can´t Believe it
 

Scottishterrier

So U meant they not looking for pilots anymore, that´s it???? :{

Man I tell U, this guys really burning their a... already!!!!!!! :\

Da is SAD!!!!!!!! :bored: :ouch: :sad:

Well Well Well
 

Howdy Boys, this room is heating up. So much being said, it’s quite entertaining. WAWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW. Well I have an early report tomorrow, got to go. Remember, please be balanced when making any statement on the www. You never know, the scale may now have a formidable weight to tip those exaggerators overboard.

P.S. Please don’t bother to call the voice mail, or look at the roster to see if I am for 0600 or 0700, it won’t help.

Mirror! Mirror! on the wall, who is the phantom who is going to repaint this wall. :cool:

10 Percent
 

Rotorblind,

Who mentioned that any newcomers would get a pay increase ?

The increase in salary was a reward for the existing crews !!!

I would think it foolish to expect The west wings obligation to any further increase to all, given their apptitude for individual negotiation.

Did anyone recieve written confirmation of an increase not to mention any additional increase ?

Food for thought !


ST

One more gone
 

Scotty,
Hot of the press, another South American has tendered his resignation......What's going on down there???? Pretty soon all that they'll have would be FO's and well let's not go there 'cause apparently you can still fail your command review and do a QUICKY!!!! flight with the CP to have that nullified....God help those poor pax...and FO's...in this rainy season...

I Told U Boys!
 

...........and there still some guys thinking it is for the money............. ha.ha.ha.ha.ha.ha............:} :} :} yeh right........:ugh:

U right scotty, keep the 10% for u guys, not for the newcomers, they have absolutely no rights. :ugh:

that´s why there will be tons of newcomers coming soon, u better stop them before they reach... :ouch: dont worry!

even one of the "newcomers" just left last week, u tell me. :ok:

:D :D :D

Vida Loca
 

Yeah I heard about "mi amigo's" resignation.

Well considering the CP is such an excellent and supremely experienced Training Captain, Line Training Capt and all round over qualified being that defies belief, (except when it comes to a sim check in the company of the CAA inspector) Im sure it must be within his remit and capacity to promote at will.

I hope there is no suggestion of favours or other immoral inducements to facilitate this promotion !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Just a little input from the CP ! :O

Doubles - Bring it on, with pepper ! :\ dont be so transparent !

Scale is about to swing ! :{ "BooHoo" ............WTF ?

I think we all look forward to more of the reality at BCL


STsingh

re
 

Is anyone can explain to me the briko air story .....is still exist?
thanks :uhoh::uhoh:

Briko
 

Q. Does Briko still exist ?

A. Yes


ST


http://images2.jetphotos.net/img/2/1...8450791_tb.jpg

re
 

Many yhanks for informations:):):)

The Fearless leader is on leave....
 

Looks like the Jeffe is on leave while his Deputy is putting in extra time....100hrs in 28 days.....8:55 the other day....man I tell you want dem boys in Bristow can really earn some serious cash for the company...shame the company rewards loyalty and hard work with a swift kick up......
Terrier....Could there be any truth to the rumour that the lone CAA inspector has accepted a job with Bristow to head up their QA department???????

Call The Hotline
 

WOW.

So who will be the aviation police in T&T?

A case of Game keeper turned poacher perhaps !

This brings a whole new meaning of The DCA being in BCL's Pocket !

How Low Can You Go ?




ST

Call The Hotline....
 

That won't do any good....Mgmt can do no wrong......

What's Up?
 

:)
Well yes, another one is gone; well that’s how life is.

Venom seems to be the word for the day my brother, well seems to be the word off Scottish ### life. Yes I agree something has to be done considering that what’s going on is far from being professional. As I said, I am taking no sides. I am kind of feeling it for all the crew members who have toiled for the last 5+ years and remained with the company though.

It’s not right for ppl to leave and now come back with better benefits. I hear that local F/O's and SFO's will be pissed seeing that Mr. Red Head coming back from his Junior-Puppet-Stringed CP stint from down in Gal, and will be getting perks upon perks. I feel it for the committed crews. Again I say, that it's NOT RIGHT, Wake up west wing, WAKE UP. This type of demoralizing initiative will make committed men and women flee in droves.

However, other issues:

1. While expats are not provided with housing, they are provided with US$1000+ per month, which is well within living comfortable for expats in TT. Off course there are those who will want to live like kings and not split a flat. Whose fault is that?

2. Do you know that all experts are paid when the, typical say 2 for the most always call sick or something wrong with there mother, father, sister, brother, uncle, son, neighbor, plant, shoe or miss a flight etc. They have the same benefits of local.

3. Expats also got a 10% raise with all other locals on their salaries and housing.

4. I heard that new local f/o's (not the last batch) have "Call Sick" roster. How disgraceful. Why is a TRUTHFUL report not being sent to the MD by the ppl sitting in the Ops. Dept.? Buddie Buddies.

5. The local contractors and contractlings getting more and more perks.

Well I am sleepy, looking forward to another aggressive response from my fellow lonely friend who is being feed data by another. BTW, isn’t it illegal to attempt to flee a country with heli. parts belonging a company (not Brs) without permission? Heheheh Take that in your pipe and SMOKE IT.

I know the Senior Management (the top two upstairs) in Trinidad knows and have what it takes to make it Good. Bring back the good Brenfer Heaven/ Sansuker days, and the ability for all to work hard and ‘LIME’ as one family. I will transfer myself instantly.

I think this room is fun, I see most keeping its real except for Mr. Crashes. (My my, why did I type that!!!!!, I am going to be whipped!!!!) Hope all in Trini; Locals and Expats get your additional 10%. Your all are working hard, wish I could be there for the celebrations in December.

* Congratulations, I hear the chops of LNG is being echoed in TAB, FedEXXX some Benna Balls to me. Cheers!!!!!!!!!
:p

HOLYS***
 

Doubles-


That was beyond comprehension ! Are you using some sort of code ?

When you can string together a sentence come on back and state your case clearly.
The venom accusation has been levelled previously and rejected.

I have a clue as to what you are trying to say but dont be so vague.

$1000 dollars adequate for accomodation You Are Joking !

Why would or should anyone share accomodation with someone who is unknown to them or slum it just to fit the allowance. Some people I'm sure have higher expectations for there habitation. Why then are most drawn to Valsayn or the new developments at Trincity ?

Things were different when there was staff accom provided and crews had no cost. Bcl's theme of leaving crews to fend for themselves is deplorable, oh and the allowance is $1100 US


Everyones info comes from somewhere. It doesnt however make it wrong !
Get your facts right

ST

Doubles....
 

Only five years.....man... you're still on bond...be quiet...and get it right, it's the Brenfra okay......for those of us (at the risk of exposing myself) who knew Bristow when it really was Bristow....

Ops Heli. Pilots Cant Spell!!!
 

thats funny, I had worked there for so long, man I left and still did not figure out how to spell that brenfra, never knew it was really an issue to learn to spell it, lol? What happened to that hotel anyway? Is it still there, I remember the owner, just cant realy recall his name. Dose brs. still have the same house keepers? I recalled a f/o who was killed in a car accident, who was he? Anyway, its night, my excuse off "checking the weather" isn't really holding up well. Chat soon guys, bye.:8

Rotors-----
 

Hey Rotors, forgot to say, welcome to the middle east. Will be close by there soon, down under right now, doing some personal business.