Job title: Deputy Chief Pilot - Rotary wing
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Maintenance
Functional Expertise: Aircraft Mechanic B1.3 Engineer B1 Engineer B2 Engineer
Salary type: Annual
Location: Port Moresby
Job published: 2025-06-12
Job ID: 37688
Contact name: Owen Spalding
Contact email: owen@volantesrecruitment.com

Job Description

Job Title: Deputy Rotary Wing Chief Pilot
Location: Papua New Guinea
Job Type: Equal Touring Rotation
Salary: Competitive (Flights, Meals & Accommodation Provided)

Job Description:
Our client is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Deputy Rotary Wing Chief Pilot to support and lead their rotary operations across Papua New Guinea. This is a critical leadership position, reporting directly to the CEO, and will be responsible for the direction, compliance, and safety of flight operations in accordance with CASA PNG regulations, OGP guidelines, and BARS requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversight of all rotary wing operations and flight standards

  • Maintain operational compliance with CASA PNG and internal company policies

  • Support crew management, rostering, and pilot currency

  • Implement and supervise pilot check & training programs

  • Conduct regular operational visits and provide reports to leadership

  • Liaise with engineering to ensure aircraft maintenance coordination

Fleet Includes:

  • Bell 212 / 412

  • AS350

  • BK117

  • Sikorsky S-76

Requirements:

  • Minimum 5,000+ hours total flying experience

  • Endorsements on at least two types from the operated fleet

  • ATPL (Helicopters)

  • IFR qualified

  • Proven leadership in Check & Training, CRM or flight ops management

  • Strong understanding of safety, risk assessment, and compliance frameworks

What’s on Offer:

  • Equal time touring roster

  • Flights to/from home base covered

  • Accommodation and meals provided during duty periods

  • Opportunity to work in a challenging, rewarding environment with a leading operator

How to Apply:
To express interest, please send your CV to: Owen@volantesrecruitment.com
For direct enquiries, reach out via WhatsApp: +447769095915