HEMS Co-Pilot
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Position Overview & Specifications
Vacancy Name
HEMS Co-PilotVacancy No
VN706Employment Type
Full-TimeDivision
AirWork Location
Job Details
/ Position: Co-Pilots HEMS/ Location: Wales (Various locations)
- Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits
- Equal Time Rosters and generous Holiday Allowance
- Welcome Bonus and/or Relocation Package for the right candidates!
- Type Rating and HEMS/NVIS training included for the right candidates
- Opportunities for professional development
Gama Aviation are a market-leading provider of flight services with a varied portfolio of high-quality contracts across the world. Due to a successful contract agreement with Wales Air Ambulance, we are seeking to recruit additional pilots for our rotary operation based at various locations around Wales. Flying in a stunning environment with constant challenges from both weather and terrain, this is probably the most rewarding experience a professional helicopter pilot is likely to face. Both an H145 type rating and HEMS/NVIS training will be provided for the right individual who can rise to the challenge and demonstrate commitment to this globally successful aviation company.
/ About us:
Gama Aviation is a hugely diverse business that offers much more than perhaps its name would suggest. Yes, we fly but we also save lives, provide mission critical intelligence, and build systems that deliver decisive advantage.
With operations in the UK, US, Middle East and Hong Kong a career with us can offer travel, personal growth opportunities and the ability for long-term progression in a fast paced and dynamic service industry.
/ Skills, Qualifications and Experience required:
If you have Multi-pilot or Single pilot experience and comfortable operating IFR and at night, then please apply to be considered for these exciting vacancies. Further career opportunities are also available for pilots with either training or management experience, and prospects for promotion are excellent as the company continues to expand its rotary division.
Suitable applicants will be invited to discuss their personal situation by phone in the first instance, followed by a face-to-face (or MS Teams) interview. Please do not apply unless you meet the person specification detailed below.
Essential:
- CAA ATPL(H) or CAA CPL(H) with Instrument Rating
- Evidence of UK CAA Part-FCL ATPL theoretical credits
- Current Class 1 medical
- Current UK/EU passport
- Physically and mentally fit to undertake demands of the role
- Fluent English, driving licence, right to live & work in UK
Desirable:
- 1000 hrs Helicopter experience
- MP type rating or MCC certificate
- H145 type rating
- Familiarity with AOC HEMS operations
- NVIS experience
/ In addition to a Competitive Salary, we will offer you:
- Competitive Group Pension Scheme
- Comprehensive Life Assurance *
- Comprehensive Income Protection *
- Comprehensive Travel Insurance *
- Comprehensive Private Healthcare, with the ability to add Family Members at a discounted rate (after successful passing of probation) *
- 2 Paid Volunteering Days each calendar year (subject to line manager approval)
- (Subject to insurance underwriting)
Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 20 working days then your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Aerospace & Defence
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for HEMS Co-Pilot roles across Gama Aviation's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Aerospace & Defence.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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