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First Officer, IFR (Oil&Gas)

Helicopter Jobs
Galveston, TX Intern
POSTED ON 8/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/20/2026
Location: Gulf of Mexico Pool

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Chief Pilot and Operations Manager, ensure the aircraft is operated under the appropriate Federal Aviation Regulations, PHI’s Operations Manual and PHI’s Policy Manual to ensure safe and efficient flights for PHI’s customers. The PIC is directly responsible for, and the final authority as to the operation of the aircraft.

Essential Duties & Accountabilities

  • It is the responsibility of each pilot to comply with FAA Regulations, the Operations Manual, and any state, municipal and domestic or international government regulations that may apply to the area in which they are operating. In the event of a conflict, the more conservative regulation will apply, except where the current FAA Operations Specifications for PHI authorizes otherwise, and to:
  • Operate their aircraft in a safe and efficient manner, with emphasis on compliance with the OM-A, OM-B, Aircraft Flight Manual, Aeronautical Information Manual, or International Airman's Information Manual, and customer requirements.
  • Be knowledgeable of the contents of the Operations Manual.Submit all appropriate paperwork accurately, in a neat and timely manner. Occurrence Reports, First Reports of Injury, Daily Flight Sheets and Manifests must be submitted prior to the end of that day's work shift.
  • Accept duty only when he/she is compliant with the Flight and Duty Time Regulations and present themself rested and medically fit for flying.
  • Maintain a logbook, or other reliable record, in accordance with 14 CFR
  • 61.51 to show recent flight experience requirements of 14 CFR
  • 61.57, 135.245 and 135.247.
  • Report any major malfunctions, aircraft damage, or injured personnel to the Program/Operations Manager.
  • Present themself in a neat and professional manner while carrying out their duties with the Company.
  • Work with the customer to provide courteous, efficient, reliable, and safe service.
  • Comply with other specific duties which may be assigned by their supervisors.
  • Be aware of the proper line of operational control.
  • Report the suspension or revocation, or potential suspension or revocation, of their FAA pilot or medical certificate. This report must be made to the Chief Pilot as soon as possible.
  • Perform other duties assigned by Management as appropriate.

Qualification Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Current FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with an instrument qualification and meet PHI total flight time requirements
  • First Class Medical required
  • Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Helicopter preferred
  • 1500 Hours PIC Helicopter
  • 500 hours of cross-country flight time
  • 100 hours of night flight time
  • 75 hours of instrument time, including at least 15 hours in helicopters
  • Valid passport

ORGANIZATIONAL CORE VALUES

  • Safe – We are absolute in our belief in the tenets of Destination Zero and that Zero is not only achievable, but the only acceptable outcome.
  • Efficient – We are focused on outcomes that are smart and responsible by making the best use of our resources to maximize overall productivity as a high performing organization.
  • Quality – We are committed to ensuring excellent organizational performance, which produces sustainable and reliable outcomes.
  • Service – We are dedicated to the service of our customers, our communities and each other.

BEHAVORIAL COMPETENCIES

  • Drive & Energy - Effective performers have a high level of energy and the motivation to sustain it over time. They are ambitious and passionate about their role in the organization. They have the stamina and endurance to handle the substantial workload present in today’s organization. They are motivated to maintain a fast pace and continue to produce even in exhausting circumstances.
  • Functional/Technical Expertise - Effective performers are knowledgeable and skilled in a functional specialty (e.g., finance, marketing, operations, information technologies, human resources, etc.). They add organizational value through unique expertise in a functional specialty area. They remain current in their area of expertise and serve as a resource in that area for the organization.
  • High Standards - Effective performers establish and model standards that guarantee exceptional quality and necessary attention to detail. They continually seek to improve processes and products, and they hold staff accountable for quality. They find best practices, share them, and then improve upon them.
  • Initiative - Effective performers are proactive and act without being prompted. They don’t wait to be told what to do or when to do it. They see a need, take responsibility and act on it. They make things happen.
  • Integrity - Effective performers think and act ethically and honestly. They apply ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities. They take responsibility for their actions and foster a work environment where integrity is rewarded.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The special vision abilities for this job are close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a moderate noise level.

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DISCLAIMER

The above Statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

PHI Aviation, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws

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