Rescue Specialist Instructor – Helicopter Operations

About the role

The Rescue Specialist Instructor delivers high‑quality training to rescue specialists, supports operational readiness, and maintains high standards for rescue and hoist operations. The role includes theoretical and practical instruction, development of training materials, and compliance with aviation standards.

Key responsibilities

• Work under the management of the organization and report to the General Directorate of Operations.
• Conduct training on helicopter rescue operations, covering basic and advanced courses such as Initial Rescue Specialist, Instructor Training, Live Hoist, and related modules.
• Develop, review, and update training materials, syllabi, examinations, and instructional documents.
• Advise operational leadership on aircrew and rescue specialist training requirements.
• Maintain and update training records and files for rescue specialists assigned to helicopter operations.

Required profile

• Qualified as a Rescue Specialist Instructor through an accredited aviation or rescue organization.
• Minimum of 1,000 total hoist‑related flight hours, including at least 500 hours of hoist training experience as an instructor.
• Military aviation or rescue experience preferred.
• Experience in search and rescue hoist operations over land, water, and mountainous terrain.
• Qualified in Basic and Advanced Swimming through an accredited training organization.
• Must pass the required aviation medical examination at an approved Aero Medical Centre.
• Must successfully complete the required theoretical examination, practical evaluation, and technical interview.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Excel