Chief Pilot - Aberdeen, United Kingdom - Noordzee Helikopters Vlaanderen

Noordzee Helikopters Vlaanderen

Verified Company

Aberdeen, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

Job Summary

The main purpose is to ensure the execution of scheduled and ad hoc flights in the safest and most cost-effective manner, in accordance with aviation regulations and NHV standards.

The Chief Pilot contributes to operational availability, efficiency, safety, and operational management of the base. This is a Monday to Friday role.

Respons. & areas
Take responsibility for the supervision of all flight operations at his base
Attend and represent the Company for local meetings with the airport, authorities operational related steering groups. Results and outcome from these meetings will be discussed and shared with the Base Manager and the NP FO
Collect and filter feedback and suggested improvements from the base about operational issues and matters and discuss this with the NP FO
Develop, maintain, and update local base instructions including the OMC in liaison with the NP FO
Act as an AOC holder representative during audits and inspections where required
Monitor the welfare and progression of the flying staff
Be an active participant in any recruitment of aircrew within Flight Operations
Initiate disciplinary procedures for his reports if necessary
Perform flying duties on a regular basis
Keep track of currency of crew licenses, including night recency, deck landing recency etc, and take appropriate timely actions where relevant due dates are indicated
Anticipate exceedances and take appropriate and timely action to prevent flights being performed by crew not in compliance with the FTL
Track and collate all crew FTL discretion reports and report to the Authority where necessary

Safety responsibilities:

Monitor the submission of Air Safety Reports
Attending the monthly Flight Ops SAG meeting

The Base Chief Pilot may delegate tasks to another senior pilot on duty when deemed necessary whilst maintaining overall responsibility.

Experience
Aberdeen base operational experience
Hold the position of Captain with NHV
UK CAA ATPL(H) License
Valid UK CAA Class 1 Medical
Valid UK CAA H175 Type Rating
Skills
ICT knowledge (specific aviation software & administrative programs)
English: Proficiency Level 4
Easy communicator with a flair for negotiation and networking
A natural sense of providing direction and team coaching
Strong knowledge of regulations, procedures, and standardisation
Accurate in the handling of paperwork and reports
What we offer
You'll be welcomed in a young and exciting company. Based on your skills and competences, you'll be offered a competitive salary with extra legal benefits.
The opportunity can be taken to widen your knowledge and skills.