Key Skills

Job Description

A private Family Office is seeking a licensed Helicopter Engineer to join a yacht-based VIP helicopter operation (Airbus ACH135), combining maintenance responsibility with an onboard safety-crew role. The Role Full line and base maintenance responsibility for the aircraft, onboard the yacht's support vessel Onboard safety-crew member, supporting the pilot during flight operations and in emergency scenarios Coordination with the aircraft's CAMO/continuing-airworthiness provider and the yacht's technical team Roster 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off, though in practice flexible around operational need — off time coordinated directly with the operating captain team rather than a rigid fixed pattern. Requirements EASA Part 66 (or UK CAA/GCAA equivalent) B1/B2 licence, valid type rating or ability to obtain one Significant helicopter maintenance experience; VIP, yacht-based or offshore operational background strongly preferred Additional safety-crew, hoist or rescue qualification an advantage Fluent English Based in Europe; flexible to reposition between the Mediterranean and Caribbean seasons

Core Responsibilities

Perform full line and base maintenance on an Airbus ACH135 aboard the yacht’s support vessel. Serve as an onboard safety-crew member during flight operations and emergencies, coordinating with the aircraft’s continuing-airworthiness provider and the yacht’s technical team.

Requirements

Applicants need an EASA Part 66 B1/B2 licence or equivalent UK CAA/GCAA licence, with a valid type rating or the ability to obtain one, and significant helicopter maintenance experience. VIP, yacht-based, or offshore experience is strongly preferred; additional safety-crew, hoist, or rescue qualifications are advantageous, and fluent English is required.