Rotary Jobs 2014
 

For those who envy Vertical Freedom :cool:

offshore employment?
 

Hi folks,

I'm looking for some advice from people knowing the offshore pilot business on the North Sea.

I currently have EASA ATPL(H)+IR theory and just finished CPL(H). I have about 300 hrs on helicopter.

Now I'm wondering if taking the step to invest into IR(H)+ ME(IR) type rated on EC135 will make me employable for a co-pilot job offshore in the North Sea. (from UK, Belgium or Holland). I'm 35 years old.
How's the job-market doing nowadays?

Anyone advice on this?

Thanks in advance!

There's a shortage of pilots. Do it....!!!!

What shortage?

There seems to be one constant, people do no agree on which direction the market is moving :-)

Manufacturers are talking about expansions in the offshore industry, producing new helicopter models, etc.. and pilots are looking rather negative towards the chances for employment as a new pilot in this sector..?

what shortage?! THE Shortage, that one that we have always heard for years, the one that will bring jobs and careers to all the helicopter pilots, the one that was predicted by Nostradamus...
In resume, the one that will always happen but in fact it never did.

Lets take it serious, there is a small shortage. Go and ask the companies like Bristow, CHC, ADA, Guld, Dan, NHV, and others... there is a shortage of pilots, to be more precise, there is a shortage of Captains and First Officers experienced and qualified in AW139, AW189, S76, S92, AS332L#, EC155, EC175, EC225, AS365N#, Bell412/212. Do i miss any?

This is the shortage... so unless you belong to this group of pilots with this CV, there is no shortage.

Sorry, thats my opinion.

I completely agree with you 400.:ok:

Type ratings are still being provided to those who meet requirements and acceptable to the employer. Hence there's a wait for places on type rating courses.

My CV must just suck then :oh::E

Na, just yer accent Mikey.....

Hawaaaaaaaaa......!!!!!!

Well the North Sea did suck up a lot of Police and corporate pilots last summer, so I think you can call that a shortage...

Re rotary jobs - if there are any experienced instructors out there who want a job on the beautiful Atherton Tablelands, North QLD, I know of a bloke who would be happy to share some of those extremely valuable Robbie hours!

Seriously though, PM me if interested.

Working with Fishtail!
 

I'm not a pro pilot, but you guys must be dead jealous and gaging for the opportunity of a flying career in Nepal! VF is obviously a great pilot and camera man.

Whoever gets the job has big boots to follow!

I'm sure VF will be at your side!

Any vacancy for 412 offshore driver?
 

EASA ATPL/H, IR, FI, TRI, IRI, 5,5Kh, 2Kh offshore captain, looking for rotation job on my type - or to transfer to AW139;
If anybody knows anything I Will appreciate...
RGDS, Mike

helicopter pilot opportunity
 

Hello, I would like to apply for a job in any company of helicopters in this area and all of themaasking me about the salary that I want, im experienced helicopter pilot and I would like to know the salary media for off shore operations. The company's are in Qatar an Abhudabi thanks

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I believe an ICAO English Proficiency Level 4 or above is also required..... just saying.

looking for a job
 

Im ICAO ATPH, IR, IV, EC135-AS350, A 109, LAMA, UH 1, ICAO level IV and 2500 hs. I would like to know if my experience it's enough for applying in a off shore job in the middle East

Mmmm ...

Pablo .... try phoning Abu Dhabi Aviation (phone number on their website) and ask to talk to the Chief Pilot Arturo Cruz ...

He is a spanish speaker and will be able to tell you if he can use you .. with your hours expect to only be offered a co-pilot position initially.

You will have to fill out their "online application' which will then go to the 'employment committee' ... expect this process to go on for some time ...

Good luck ...

There is a large company in Australia beginning with B and ending with W who will be recruiting in February 2014.

You´ve got an ATPL, but you´re only rated on SPH?
Maybe that´s the reason..

With 2500 hours, you´re still considered a "youngster"-so don´t be surprised when all they will offer you is a (junior)-copilot position...

Bristow still recruiting for North Sea
 

I see Bristow are still looking for North Sea heli pilots. Along with add for pilots and direct entry Captains they are advertising a careers info day at Staverton.

https://bristowgroup.taleo.net/caree...h.ftl?lang=en#

Bristow recruiting - but not everyone
 

No way to get an entry-level copi job with Bristow unless you're a graduate of their own academy or have ME hours I.e. you need another job first, for which you usually have to sign a bonding agreement for some years. And then you might as well pursue your career elsewhere.

Is that really the case? Would doing the MEIR with Bristow suffice or would they be looking for the CPL from their academy too? Can somebody explain the SEIR position at the moment. I hear Bond only accept the MEIR whereas perhaps Bristow and CHC are more inclined to upgrade to MEIR during the initial type rating? Any info much appreciated.

Bristow graduate means having done their JAA CPL course in Florida.

Official quote: "Candidates must have either completed their basic CPL H with ATPL theory at the Bristow Academy or have 500 multi engine time .."
I guess FAA CPL and plus JAA conversion is covered by that too, but not the JAA IR course only.

IR
 

...and EASA/JAA ME/IR(H) is MUST HAVE. And they appreciate if you complete this rating in UK (Bristow Academy) ...

JR

About career day at bristows
 

Has anyone ever attended one of this events? I´m talking about career day at Bristows

What is your opinion?

Does it do any good for someone looking for the job or is just a public relations advertising.

Regards

Job seeking 412 driver
 

6500 H, ATPL, IR, IRI, FI, TRI etc, offshore 2000 H; can somebody help? Nice regards and thanks

Qualified Helicopter Crewmen Instructor | www.fbheliservices.com

Chief Pilot | www.fbheliservices.com

Qualified Helicopter Crewmen Instructor | www.fbheliservices.com

With regard to the QHCI job in Qatar, after the experience of a former colleague of mine, the way the Qatari's treat their ex-pats, I wouldn't touch that job with the sh1tty end of a stick.

Especially as you can´t use it for anything…you don´t get a license (that you can convert later on) nor a type rating (that you can use for anything afterwards)……

Work for the QEAF? You need your head testing.

Shell Jobs
 

On the Shell WWW website and soon to be advertised in Flight:

Aviation Professionals - Shell Global

So, where is the place and position for us, pilots? I couldnt find it.
RGDS,
Mike

They are not flying jobs, but require pilot or licensed engineer experience and qualifications....

OK, is till cannot find the position; can you give me a hint in what field I should look?
RGDS, Mike

I suspect you may have already failed the aptitude test, but if you click the link at the bottom that says "Apply now..." you get a new window showing the location - Netherlands (presumably The Hague), and the two types of job, Aviation Advisor and Aviation Logistics Manager. As previously stated, these jobs are not flying jobs but for ex-pilots who are now too decrepid to still fly or ex engineers who have skinned their knuckles once too often (and that's my application failed as well!).

Anyone who has a guess estimate of how many pilots Starspeed is looking for?

Flightglobal:

Due to expansion, Starspeed would like to recruit experienced pilots to join our team:

Line Pilots & Training Captains on aircraft: S92, EC155, EC135, SK76

Additionally, we would be pleased to hear from Training Captains with IRI & TRI privileges to be based at our expanding Training facility at Kemble. Ideally ratings will be held on AS355 or A109, but type conversion will be provided to a suitable applicant.

Starspeed operates primarily in the management & charter roles, with a main base at Fairoaks although significant foreign travel must be anticipated, operating in pleasant locations.

Given our client profile, the following absolute minimum qualifications are required:

- EASA CPL or ATPL(H)
- 2000hrs helicopter time
- Instrument rating with significant IF experience
- Reside within 1.5hrs drive from Fairoaks
- Whilst not absolutely required, experience in operating from remote locations, in addition to Public Transport onshore UK would be an advantage

We regret that no communication may be entered into with applicants not meeting the minimum requirements.

Please send CV and covering letter to [email protected]