About This Role
Gama Aviation, a market-leading provider of flight services, is recruiting experienced flight crew — either a Captain or a First Officer — for its King Air fleet based in Aberdeen, Scotland. The company has managed Scotland's air ambulance for over thirty years and runs a multi-crew fixed-wing air ambulance operation. Crew work on a rostered basis with equal-time rosters, and the role centres on delivering a world-class, life-saving service. Gama Aviation operates across the UK, Jersey, Poland and the Middle East, offering travel, personal growth and long-term progression.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Fly as a multi-crew flight crew member (Captain or First Officer) on Gama Aviation's fixed-wing King Air air ambulance operation out of Aberdeen, supporting Scotland's long-established air ambulance service.
- The role is performed on a rostered basis with equal-time rosters and calls for a flexible, committed and enthusiastic approach to delivering a world-class, mission-critical service.
What We Offer
In addition to a competitive salary, Gama Aviation offers a competitive group pension scheme, comprehensive life assurance, comprehensive income protection, comprehensive travel insurance, and comprehensive private healthcare (after successfully passing probation) — several of these subject to insurance underwriting.Also included are two paid volunteering days each calendar year (subject to line manager approval), investment in training, qualifications and professional development, equal-time rosters and a generous holiday allowance.
Requirements
- The posting advertises two positions, each with its own minimums. First Officer: hold a UK CAA ATPL(A) or CPL(A) with Multi-engine/Instrument Rating, and a proven record of at least 750 hours total flight time
- ideally type rated on the King Air KA200 or KA350, though this is not essential. Captain: hold a UK CAA ATPL(A) or CPL(A) with Multi-engine/Instrument Rating, a proven record of at least 2,000 hours total flight time, and a minimum of 1,500 hours as Pilot-in-Command
- ideally type rated on the King Air KA200 or KA350, though this is not essential. The stated flying hours are absolute minimums, and applications that do not meet them cannot be considered.