Pilot (Commander)
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Position Overview & Specifications
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Job Details
/ Position: Pilot (Commander)/ Location: Glasgow
/ Shift Pattern: Equal Time Roster
Are you looking for unique opportunities to do something a little unusual? Do you want to be part of an exciting, forward-thinking business?
Gama Aviation are a market-leading provider of flight services with a varied portfolio of high-quality contracts across the world. Weβve been managing Scotlandβs Air Ambulance for over thirty years and are seeking experienced Flight Crew to join our King Air Fleet in Glasgow, Scotland. We operate a Multi Crew fixed wing Air Ambulance operation, please click here to find out further information about this contract.
Youβll need to be flexible, committed and above all enthusiastic about delivering a world class service!
Sounds like your thing β please apply today to find out more!
/ 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.
/ The Role:
The Line Pilot is the commander of the aircraft. In this position, they are a critical member of the frontline team supporting the air ambulance activities. They are entrusted with the safe carriage of medical passengers and patients, and the management of Technical Crew Members during the flight. They also have a duty to safeguard the lives of those in the vicinity of the operational aircraft, which is achieved through adherence to all the regulatory and company specific rules relating to an aircraft in the air ambulance.
/ Skills, Qualifications and Experience required:
Essential
- Hold a CAA ATPL(A) or CPL(A) Licence with Multi/Instrument Rating
- Minimum of 2000 Hours Total Flight Time, of which 1500 Hours is as Pilot-In-Command of aircraft
- Experience in a challenging operational environment, with the ability to work well as part of a team and excellent Crew Resource Management (CRM) skills
- Proactive approach to service delivery and customer satisfaction
- Physically and mentally fit for the role including stretcher patient loading and shift work
- Flexible approach to rostering within the scope of the FTL scheme
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the use of MS Office applications
Advantageous
- BE20 King Air type rating
- Familiarity with electronic flight bag (EFB) applications
/ In addition to a Competitive Salary, we will offer you:
- Great work life balance with an equal time roster
- 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)
- Investment in Training, Qualifications and Professional Development
- (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 Pilot (Commander) 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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