Babcock | Pilot

Multi-Engine Helicopter Pilot / B412 Line Pilot

Location: Adelaide Airport, South Australia

Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term until 30 September 2027, Fixed-Base

About the Role:

An opportunity is available for a qualified and experienced Multi-Engine Helicopter Pilot to join Babcock MCS's Aviation & Critical Services team. The successful applicant will serve as a B412 Line Pilot based at Adelaide Airport, South Australia, performing critical aviation operations. This is a full-time, fixed-term position through to 30 September 2027.

Babcock MCS operates three Bell 412 helicopters, providing essential support to the SA Ambulance Service and SA Police. As this is a fixed-base role, the successful candidate will be required to reside within a reasonable distance of the Adelaide Airport operating base. The role offers the chance to serve a vital purpose within the community and join a highly experienced operational team.

Key Responsibilities:

The B412 Line Pilot is responsible for conducting safe and efficient flight operations supporting emergency and critical services as required by contract stipulations and company procedures.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

The successful applicant must meet the following minimum contract requirements:

• Valid CASA Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL).
• Valid Class 1 Aviation Medical Certificate.
• Instrument Rating with Multi-Engine Helicopter (MEH) endorsement and a minimum of three renewals.
• Minimum of 2000 hours total helicopter flight time.
• Minimum of 1000 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC) helicopter flight time.
• Minimum of 400 hours PIC Multi-Engine Helicopter flight time, excluding ICUS.
• Minimum of 100 hours instrument flying time.
• Minimum of 200 hours night flight time.
• B412 type rating and a minimum of 100 hours experience on type.
• Valid NVIS rating.
• Low-level rating with winch endorsement.

Prior operational experience in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or Search and Rescue (SAR) is preferred. Applicants are requested to clearly demonstrate compliance with the listed criteria in their application. Type rating or qualification training may potentially be offered to the successful candidate.

About Babcock International Group:

Babcock International Group is a trusted aerospace and defence company with over a century of experience delivering bespoke, highly skilled engineering services. Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock employs over 1,300 talented professionals and continues to grow and expand. The company operates across diverse sectors including defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services, and engineering consultancy.

Within Australia and New Zealand, Babcock teams are proud to contribute to significant programs such as providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through the Aviation & Critical Services business, designing and supporting systems for naval vessels, providing fleet-wide through-life support, and managing critical assets across various sectors. Joining Babcock means contributing to creating a safe and secure world.

Benefits:

Babcock is committed to supporting its employees' professional and personal lives. The company offers:

• An agile work environment accommodating both onsite and remote work where appropriate, with provided equipment such as a laptop and working from home kit.
• Potential for a compressed work week to enhance flexibility.
• A comprehensive work-life integration policy encompassing various leave entitlements including annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, and defence reservist leave.
• A supportive and engaging environment fostering career growth through a capability framework, ongoing access to self-led learning modules via LinkedIn Learning, and study leave opportunities.
• Access to the beRewarded program, offering extensive discounts across retail, health, entertainment, and travel, along with novated leasing options and a corporate shares plan.
• Wellbeing support via the online program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to an employee assistance program, and two annual personal leave days designated as wellbeing days.
• Participation in the weRecognise program, which celebrates outstanding work and adherence to company principles: Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous, and Own & Deliver.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to apply via the specified application method. Should an application progress, it may be subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, reference checks, police checks, security checks, verification of qualifications, and right-to-work status. Please note that to comply with public health orders or customer requirements, successful candidates are required to be up-to-date with COVID-19 and influenza vaccinations for appointment to this role. Any questions regarding this requirement based on individual circumstances are welcome. Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer, committed to responding to every applicant. Job Req # 64747.