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Posted 28 July, 2026

Luxury Helicopter Tour Pilot - Queenstown (Seasonal)

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Wellington, WGN, NZ Full Time
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Job Description

[There are 2 job ads in this post. /Admin] Company : Over The Top – The Helicopter Company Location : Queenstown, Otago Type : Full time Posted : 5 hours ago Description Over The Top – the helicopter company, is seeking an experienced Helicopter Pilot to join our team. With the arrival of new helicopters, we are wanting to expand our flight crew now. The position is for a line pilot either full time or permanent part time for four days a week. (Friday through Monday inclusive) You will be renumerated accordingly. As the pioneer of luxury helicopter tourism in New Zealand, the essence of our company continues to be “to provide our guests with an unforgettable experience, utilising our helicopters to access pristine areas”. These excursions may include access to our private Par 3 Golf in the mountains, our exclusive High Country Station Alpine Kitchen, remote places in the Fiordland and Aspiring National Parks and other treasured areas throughout New Zealand. In addition to this we undertake commercial helicopter work. We require a charismatic, professional and experienced pilot to be based in Queenstown. For the right candidate there are career path opportunities for Senior Person roles within our CAA Part 135 organisation structure, with appropriate renumeration. The ideal applicant shall have the following. New Zealand citizenship or the ability to work in New Zealand Excellent communication and prioritisation skills The ability to work well in a team environment Enthusiasm and adaptability Positive & personable character The position requires: NZ CPL (H) and current Class 1 medical Business acumen and computer literacy Civil Aviation Fit & Proper Person acceptability. Minimum flight requirements shall be: 2000 hours rotary 1000 hours turbine Rated on EC130B4, AS350 Mountain flying experience Nil accidents incidents or violations in last 5 years Preferably with: Queenstown & Fiordland Experience Sling experience Heli skiing experience (as pilot) In addition to hold or ability to hold Current First Aid Class 1 and Class 2 driving licence Current NZTA Dangerous Goods licence Current Firearms licence Attractive salary packages with bonuses and housing assistance commensurate with the applicant’s experience will be offered. OVER THE TOP – the helicopter company www.flynz.co.nz Helicopter Pilot – Seasonal Nov thru April Company : Over The Top – The Helicopter Company Location : Queenstown, Otago Type : Contract/Temp Posted : 5 hours ago Description Over The Top – the helicopter company, has expanded its fleet and is seeking an experienced Airbus H130 Helicopter Pilot to join our team. The position is for the summer season (November through to April inclusive) either full time or for four days a week. (Friday through Monday inclusive) You will be renumerated accordingly. As the pioneer of luxury helicopter tourism in New Zealand, the essence of our company continues to be “to provide our guests with an unforgettable experience, utilising our helicopters to access pristine areas”. These excursions may include access to our private Par 3 Golf in the mountains, our exclusive High Country Station Alpine Kitchen, remote places in the Fiordland and Aspiring National Parks and other treasured areas throughout New Zealand. In addition to this we undertake commercial helicopter work. We require a charismatic, professional and experienced pilot to be based in Queenstown. The ideal applicant shall have the following. New Zealand citizenship or the ability to work in New Zealand Excellent communication and prioritisation skills The ability to work well in a team environment Enthusiasm and adaptability Positive & personable character The position requires: NZ CPL (H) and current Class 1 medical Business acumen and computer literacy Civil Aviation Fit & Proper Person acceptability. Minimum flight requirements shall be: 2000 hours rotary 1000 hours turbine Rated on EC130B4, AS350 Mountain flying experience Nil accidents incidents or violations in last 5 years Preferably with: Queenstown & Fiordland Experience Sling experience In addition to hold or ability to hold Current First Aid Class 1 and Class 2 driving Licence Current NZTA Dangerous Goods Licence Current Firearms Licence Attractive salary packages with bonuses OVER THE TOP – the helicopter company www.flynz.co.nz #J-18808-Ljbffr

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