Babcock | Pilot

Multi-Engine Helicopter Pilot - B412 Line Pilot (Fixed-Term)

Location: Adelaide Airport, South Australia
Type: Full-time, Fixed-Term
Duration: Until 30 September 2027

Overview

This is a full-time, fixed-term, fixed-base opportunity for a skilled Multi-Engine Helicopter Pilot to join an experienced team within the Aviation & Critical Services sector. The role serves a vital purpose in the community, operating from a fixed base at Adelaide Airport, South Australia.

About the Role

Expressions of interest are invited from qualified Multi-Engine Helicopter Pilots for a B412 Line Pilot position. Babcock MCS operates a fleet of three Bell 412 helicopters in support of the SA Ambulance Service and SA Police. As this is a fixed-base position, the successful applicant will be required to reside within a reasonable distance of the Adelaide Airport base. The term of employment is fixed until 30 September 2027.

Key Responsibilities

The B412 Line Pilot performs operational flying duties primarily supporting emergency medical services and police operations. This includes maintaining proficiency on the B412 aircraft and operating within the strict safety and regulatory framework governing critical aviation services.

Required Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must satisfy the following minimum contract qualifications and experience criteria:

• CASA Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL)
• Current Class 1 Medical Certificate
• Instrument Rating with Multi-Engine Helicopter (MEH) endorsement and a minimum of 3 renewals
• Minimum 2000 hours total helicopter flying time
• Minimum 1000 hours Pilot In Command (PIC) helicopter flying time
• Minimum 400 hours PIC MEH flying time, excluding ICUS
• Minimum 100 hours instrument flying time
• Minimum 200 hours night flying time
• B412 type rating and minimum 100 hours experience on type
• Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) rating
• Low-level rating with winch endorsement

Applicants are requested to demonstrate compliance against these criteria.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior EMS/SAR operational experience is preferred.

Training

Type rating or qualification training may be offered to the successful candidate.

About the Company

Babcock International Group is a trusted aerospace and defence company with over a century of experience delivering bespoke, highly skilled engineering services. In Australia and New Zealand, Babcock employs over 1,300 talented professionals across various sectors including defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services, and engineering consultancy. Locally, the team is proud to support programs such as providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through the Aviation & Critical Services business, designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships, providing fleet-wide through-life support, and managing critical assets.

Benefits and Opportunities

Babcock is committed to providing a supportive and engaging environment that fosters career growth. The company offers:

• An agile work environment with options for remote work and provision of necessary equipment.
• A potential compressed work week for increased flexibility.
• A comprehensive work-life integration policy encompassing various leave entitlements including annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, and defence reservist leave.
• Access to a capability framework and ongoing learning opportunities through LinkedIn Learning and study leave.
• Access to the 'beRewarded' program offering discounts across numerous categories (retail, health, entertainment, travel), novated leasing options, and a corporate shares plan.
• Support for wellbeing through the 'Munch, Mind, Move, Money' online program and access to an employee assistance program. Employees can also utilise two personal leave days annually as wellbeing days.
• Participation in the 'weRecognise' program to acknowledge outstanding contributions aligned with company principles: Be Kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous, and Own & Deliver.

Babcock is committed to creating a safe and secure world, together.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to apply.

Please note, should an application progress, completion of pre-employment checks may be required. These may include reference checks, police check, security check, verification of qualifications, and right to work checks.

The health and safety of personnel, customers, and communities are paramount. To comply with public health orders or customer requirements, being up-to-date vaccinated for COVID-19 and influenza is a requirement for this role. Candidates with questions regarding this requirement based on individual circumstances are encouraged to discuss them.

Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commits to responding to every applicant.

Job Req # 64747