Reference Number<\/p>\n
RR_2026_ZAM_003<\/p>\n
Description<\/p>\n
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\nLocation:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Sioma Ngwezi National Park, Western Province, Zambia<\/p>\n
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\nBACKGROUND
\nPeace Parks Foundation, founded by President Nelson Mandela, HRH Prince Bernhard of the Netherlands and Dr. Anton Rupert, is a leader in large-scale ecological restoration across southern Africa. Through co-management partnerships that unite governments, communities and donors, it restores vast transboundary landscapes that deliver measurable conservation and livelihood outcomes. Vision 2050 will secure 18 functional landscapes spanning 980,000 km\u00b2, one of the world\u2019s largest land-conservation initiatives.
\nVisit:\u00a0www.peaceparks.org<\/p>\n
JOB PURPOSE
\nThe Line Helicopter Pilot position in Sioma Ngwezi National Park plays a pivotal role within Peace Parks Foundation\u2019s aviation strategy, providing dedicated aerial support for conservation, law enforcement, wildlife monitoring, and park management operations. In addition, the position contributes to capacity building by mentoring low-hour pilots, thereby enhancing operational quality, safety, and Peace Parks Foundation\u2019s long-term commitment to developing local aviation expertise.
\nThis role was established to ensure consistent, safe, and efficient helicopter operations in Sioma Ngwezi, where expanding conservation activities and on-site aviation needs demand dedicated support. Within the Peace Parks Foundation Aviation structure, the Line Helicopter Pilot reports to the Peace Parks Foundation Aviation Manager, ensuring strict compliance with civil aviation regulations, standard operating procedures, and aviation policies. At the park level, the position works closely with the Park Manager and Counter Poaching Unit Coordinator, supporting anti-poaching operations, wildlife monitoring programmes, and rapid response interventions. By bridging Peace Parks Foundation\u2019s central aviation oversight and Sioma Ngwezi\u2019s on-the-ground conservation objectives, this role serves as a critical operational and strategic link.
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\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
\nHelicopter Flight and Maintenance Operations<\/p>\n
Ensure safe helicopter flight operations in Peace Parks Foundation areas of responsibility.
\nOperate all Peace Parks Foundation aircraft and flight operations in compliance with Civil Aviation Authorities and relevant Peace Parks Foundation Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
\nEnsure meticulous flight planning, fuel management and good airmanship.
\nEnsure timeous reporting and recording of all notifiable incidents.
\nEnsure aircraft are maintained according to service schedules and kept flight worthy, clean & tidy.
\nManage the safety & security requirements of the following in accordance with Civil Aviation Regulations and Peace Parks Foundation SOPs:<\/p>\n
Hangar facilities
\nFlight-line
\nFuel storage
\nFlight following.<\/p>\n
All other reasonable pilot duties required by the Civil Aviation Authorities and Peace Parks Foundation\u2019s Management.<\/p>\n
Flight Operations<\/p>\n
Ensure the following operations are undertaken:<\/p>\n
Anti-poaching rapid reaction and close air support.
\nTrooping & deployment of Rangers teams.
\nDeployment of K9 elements.
\nAir observation & suppression.
\nGame capture operations (rated helicopter).
\nGame control and monitoring.
\nGame census.
\nEmergency extraction.
\nPPF management & personnel and VIP flights.
\nFerry flights \u2013 maintenance.<\/p>\n
Ensure the following training responsibilities are undertaken:<\/p>\n
Facilitate training of rangers in helicopter operations, including:<\/p>\n
Safe embarkation and disembarkation procedures.
\nRadio communication protocols.
\nAerial safety standards.
\nGround to air \u201ccall-in\u201d & \u201clocation\u201d orientation.<\/p>\n
Ensure the following management support and oversight functions:<\/p>\n
Flight Crew Management \u2013 Coordinate pilot rotations, ensuring seamless operational handovers.
\nHelicopter Deployments \u2013 Arrange helicopter movements to parks to support operational functions, special projects, or VIP visitor requirements.
\nPartner Liaison \u2013 Work with in-country partners to arrange helicopter leasing or pilot contracting when PPF helicopters or pilots are unavailable due to rotations or maintenance schedules.
\nMaintenance Logistics \u2013 Organize repositioning flights to maintenance facilities or arrange for Aviation Maintenance Engineers (AMEs) to conduct servicing and repairs in the field.
\nReporting Compliance \u2013 Ensure all required reports, logs, and administrative tasks are done in a timely manner.
\nOversee and conduct inspections of aviation infrastructure and equipment across all park operations, ensuring strict compliance with aviation regulations and PPF SOPs.<\/p>\n
Administration<\/p>\n
Ensure adherence and provide oversight to the following:<\/p>\n
Flight and Duty times.
\nPilot currency requirements.
\nFlight medicals.
\nProficiency Checks.
\nFlight Logs.<\/p>\n
Daily and monthly reporting.
\nFlight summaries and Invoicing.<\/p>\n
Requirements<\/p>\n
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
\nPilot Qualification Required:<\/p>\n
Commercial Pilot License \u2013 Helicopter (CPL(H))
\nFlight Medical Class 1
\nLanguage Proficiency Level 6
\nCrew Resource Management (CRM) Certificate
\nSafety & Emergency Procedures Training (SEPT-FD) Certificate
\nDangerous Goods (DG) Certificate
\nGame Capture Rating
\nProficiency Check \u2013 Not older than 6 months<\/p>\n
Advantageous:<\/p>\n
Instructor Rating
\nInstrument Rating
\nSling Rating<\/p>\n
Pilot Experience:<\/p>\n
Total: 1000 hours
\nGame Capture: 250 hours Game (Mass Capture 50 hours, Darting 200 hours)
\nTotal Time on Type (Robinson R44): 100 hours
\nMinimum of 6 years of conservation-related experience (Remote living)<\/p>\n
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