First Officer, King Air Air Ambulance Fleet (UK)

The Opportunity

Gama Aviation is actively seeking applications from highly qualified and dedicated First Officers to join the esteemed UK Flight Crew team. This pivotal role involves operating within the experienced King Air fleet based in Bristol, delivering world-class air ambulance services crucial to various client contracts.

This is a challenging and rewarding position operating a multi-crew, fixed-wing Air Ambulance service. Operations support vital contracts with the Channel Islands of Guernsey and Jersey, alongside various insurance and assistance providers, ensuring mission-critical medical transport and client support.

About Gama Aviation

Gama Aviation represents a diverse and dynamic enterprise offering capabilities far exceeding conventional expectations. While recognized for exemplary flight operations, the business actively engages in life-saving missions, provides mission-critical intelligence, and develops advanced systems for decisive advantage.

With established operations across the UK, Jersey, Europe, and the Middle East, a career with Gama Aviation offers exceptional opportunities for travel, significant personal growth, and long-term professional progression within a fast-paced and continuously evolving service industry.

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

Prospective candidates must meet the following essential criteria:

Possession of a UK CAA Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) with Multi-Engine Instrument Rating (ME/IR).
A minimum of 250 hours total flight time is required.
Applicants must reside or be willing to relocate within a 60-minute commuting radius of Bournemouth and/or Bristol airports.
Demonstrate basic knowledge of Air Operator Certificate (AOC) requirements.
Possess fundamental IT skills, including proficiency in using MS Office applications.
Exhibit flexibility in approach to rostering to ensure seamless day-to-day operation.

Desirable Requirement:

Ideally, applicants will possess a current King Air Type Rating. A type rating will be provided by Gama Aviation if required for successful candidates.

Compensation and Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary package, Gama Aviation offers comprehensive benefits designed to support a healthy work-life balance and professional development:

Excellent work-life balance achieved through an Equal Time roster structure.
Enrollment in a Competitive Group Pension Scheme.
Comprehensive Life Assurance*
Comprehensive Income Protection*
Comprehensive Travel Insurance*
Comprehensive Private Healthcare (available upon successful completion of the probation period)*
Two Paid Volunteering Days provided each calendar year (subject to line manager approval).
Significant investment in continuous training, qualifications, and professional development opportunities.

*Benefits are subject to insurance underwriting terms and conditions.

Application Process

Interested candidates who meet the stringent requirements for this exciting opportunity are encouraged to apply directly via the Gama Aviation careers website today.

Due to the high volume of applications anticipated, only candidates selected for the formal interview stage will be contacted. If an applicant does not receive communication within 20 working days, the application should be considered unsuccessful on this occasion.