Job Description

Are you an experienced helicopter hoist operator and licensed engineer with a passion for safety and efficiency?

Join our team to execute both scheduled and unscheduled Helicopter Hoist Operations (HHO) flights. The helicopter B1.3 or B2 Engineer / Hoist Operator is responsible for the maintenance (line) of the helicopters and execution of the hoist operations. He/she works in a team of engineers and pilots, and reports to the Base Manager. You will travel between bases in the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium and Poland.

LIne Maintenance

• Comply with the requirements as described in the regulations;
• Ensure that all line maintenance tasks carried out to helicopters meet the standard of the BCAA/EASA and M.O.E. instructions;
• Ensure, together with all Engineers, a variable & flexible work planning & work roster based on business needs that supports & realizes business continuity;
• Ensure that all maintenance is completed within the appropriate time scales to ensure provision of a serviceable aircraft to meet the operational need;
• Ensure, based on pilot & all other relevant information, daily problem analysis & problem solving;
• Ensure briefing & debriefing of pilots and Chief Engineer;
• Ensure that PRF (preflight check) is performed;
• Ensure, in cooperation with NHV Supply Chain, Store & support services that the necessary maintenance material & spare parts are present on site at the planned moment: material in service car, consumables, limited service stock, work material, material needed for normal day-to-day line maintenance, exceptional material supplied for exceptional line maintenance or small repair tasks;
• Report daily on the maintenance situation to the Chief Engineer.

HHO Helicopter Hoist operations

• Coordinate the passenger- and aircraft handling procedures before and after flights.
• Assist with the technical preparation of flights.
• Carrying out HHO flight duties, in accordance with NHV's SOP's related to the allocated helicopter type.
• Know the NHV procedures and the Flight Operations Manual.
• Leading by example and promoting a team spirit amongst colleagues.
• Respecting the code of conduct and overall behavior towards the whole NHV team, as well as respecting the Drugs & Alcohol policy.

You

• have an EASA Part 66 B1.3 or B2 License
• have minimum 5 years of relevant experience in aviation and as a licensed engineer
• are preferably type rated on the H175
• have a Medical class 2
• have proven experience as a Helicopter Hoist Operator
• are ICT literate (specific aviation software & MS Office)
• have an English ICAO Level 4
• are a good communicator: debriefing to Pilots, Flight crew and Chief Engineer, handover of work from/to previous/next shift, briefing of passengers
• are able to work independently when performing in a less controlled environment
• take initiative to improve your work and complete tasks within appropriate time scales

You’ll be joining a dynamic and fast-paced company at the heart of the aviation sector.

In line with your skills and experience, we offer a competitive salary package, complemented by a range of attractive extra-legal benefits.

This role offers a unique opportunity to deepen your expertise and broaden your skill set within a high-impact, safety-critical environment.

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