AW139 Captain – Brazil
Bristow · Rio de Janeiro
Position Summary
Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Company aircraft, ensuring full compliance with operational procedures, regulatory requirements, and Company standards. Conduct all phases of flight, including operations away from the main operating base, while maintaining the highest levels of safety, airworthiness, operational efficiency, and customer service for passengers, crew, and cargo.
Key Responsibilities
Operates their assigned aircraft in a safe and efficient manner, in strict compliance with Bristow operational standards and all applicable regulations;
Places safety and customer service at the forefront in everything they do, both inside and outside the aircraft;
Maintains situational awareness throughout the entire operational region with respect to weather conditions, NOTAMs, sea state and customer offshore facility status;
Manages passenger movements, aircraft movements, briefings and baggage loading to ensure safety and compliance;
Completes necessary flight planning paperwork, preflight, fueling and oversight of manifesting to ensure compliance;
Maintains accurate electronic and paper records, including journey logs, personal flight and duty records, and aircraft technical logbook entries;
Reports all aircraft mechanical irregularities by recording them in the aircraft's paper and electronic technical logs and ensures that the aircraft is airworthy before, during, and after all flights;
Facilitates communications with the customer and ensures Bristow is represented in a professional manner;
Stays up to date on all Bristow operational and safety procedures;
Complies with other duties and assignments as determined by the Lead Pilot / Director of Operations.
Minimum Qualifications, Skills & Experience
Proven experience as a Captain in offshore helicopter operations, preferably on the AW139.
Demonstrated flight experience meeting the following minimum requirements:
3,000 total flight hours;
1,500 flight hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC);
1,200 flight hours on multi-engine helicopters.
Valid ANAC AW139 Type Rating.
ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4 or higher preferred.
Valid U.S. visa.
Commitment to Bristow Group's Core Values: Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Passion, and Progress.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels while supporting a culture of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I).
Why Join Bristow?
At Bristow, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, operational excellence, and customer service. We value teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement, offering our employees the opportunity to develop their careers within a global aviation services organization.
Bristow Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.