At a Glance
- Tasks: Fly state-of-the-art helicopters on critical medical missions and ensure safety during operations.
- Company: Join Babcock, a leader in mission-critical helicopter services with over 35 years of experience.
- Benefits: Enjoy a matched pension scheme, health benefits, and employee share schemes.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by saving lives and protecting communities every day.
- Qualifications: Extensive flying experience with twin turbine helicopters and relevant certifications required.
The predicted salary is between 49015 - 50000 £ per year.
At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Pilot at Gloucestershire Airport near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire.
This is an exciting opportunity to join Babcock Mission Critical Services Onshore (BMCSO), a leading provider of mission‑critical helicopter services for the Air Ambulance, Police, and Offshore sectors. With over 35 years of experience and more than 30,000 missions annually, our state‑of‑the‑art fleet and highly qualified personnel deliver world‑class operations, saving lives and protecting communities every day. We take pride in our vital role in these essential services.
The role:
As a Pilot at Gloucestershire Airport, you’ll have a role that’s out of the ordinary. This position offers a unique opportunity for an individual with excellent situational awareness and strong decision‑making abilities under pressure to make a significant impact. You’ll be flying a state‑of‑the‑art EC135 and EC145 on both day and night Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) missions, providing urgent medical care and transporting patients in emergency situations. You’ll be part of a highly skilled team where your expertise and quick decision‑making will be crucial to our operations.
Day‑to‑day you’ll be:
- Ensuring the safety of aircraft, crew and passengers during all operations.
- Responding effectively to emergency and mission‑critical situations.
- Conducting HEMS, Police and NVIS flying operations in accordance with operational procedures.
- Managing operational records, flight documentation and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Maintaining exceptional professional and safety standards across all flying activities.
This role is full time and based on site at Gloucestershire Airport, near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. The successful candidate will be required to reside within 25 nautical miles or 45 minutes of Gloucestershire Airport.
Essential experience of the Pilot:
- Either 1,000 hours Pilot in Command, including 500 hours Pilot in Command on twin turbine helicopters, or 1,000 hours as Co‑Pilot in HEMS/Police operations, including 500 hours Pilot in Command Under Supervision and 100 hours Pilot in Command on twin turbine helicopters.
- Minimum 2,000 hours total helicopter flying experience.
- Minimum 500 hours operating experience on twin turbine helicopters in a comparable operational environment.
- Current or recent HEMS experience and experience of NVIS operations.
- Recent multi‑engine helicopter experience and a minimum of 20 hours VFR night flying as Pilot in Command.
Qualifications for the Pilot:
- UK ATPL(H) or CPL(H) with Instrument Rating (IR).
- Qualified and instrument rated on the EC135 and EC145 helicopter types.
Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance. Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+. Employee share scheme. Employee shopping savings portal.
Touring Pilot in Gloucester employer: Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.
At Babcock, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a flexible and hybrid working environment that supports a healthy work-life balance. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our extensive development opportunities, competitive benefits package, and initiatives like 'Be Kind Day' for volunteering. Join us in creating a safe and secure world while enjoying the unique advantages of working with a diverse team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the military and emergency services sectors.
Contact Details:
Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA. Recruitment Team
