CONFIDENTIAL - Business Unit Head, Aviation (Rotor Wing) Location : Indonesia region
Aircraft Type : Airbus Helicopters H (BK)
Employment Type : Full‑time
Reporting Line : Senior Aviation Leadership
Confidential Search
The Opportunity We are supporting a confidentially mandated aviation operator in the Indonesia region to appoint a Business Unit Head - Aviation (Rotor Wing) .
This position is operationally focused and best suited to a pilot‑cum‑manager : a current or recent H Captain who continues to fly while also holding day‑to‑day responsibility for operations, people, and costs .
The role represents a step above a Lead or Chief Captain , with responsibility for managing managers, overseeing staff, and ensuring safe, compliant, and effective helicopter operations across multiple operating bases within Indonesia.
Role Scope & Responsibilities Operational & Flying Duties
- Act as a line‑flying Captain on the H , maintaining all licence, medical, and recency requirements
- Provide hands‑on operational leadership across daily helicopter activities
- Ensure aircraft readiness, crew availability, and operational reliability
- Serve as a visible operational leader to pilots and engineering teams
Leadership & People Management
Lead four (4) direct managers with approximately forty‑four () indirect employeesSupervise, mentor, and support pilots, operational staff, and support teamsHandle operational staffing matters, performance management, and discipline where requiredPromote a strong safety‑focused and professional operating cultureSafety, Compliance & Standards
Ensure full compliance with DGCA regulations , company manuals, and approved SOPsOversee the regular review, update, and implementation of SOPsSupport audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions as requiredAct as a senior operational representative with aviation authorities and stakeholdersCommercial & Cost Oversight
Prepare and manage operational budgets for the aviation business unitMonitor operating expenditure versus actuals and explain variancesSupport efficient utilisation of aircraft, crews, and resourcesBalance cost control with uncompromising safety standardsMulti‑Base Oversight
Maintain operational oversight across multiple bases within the Indonesia regionTravel as required to ensure consistency of standards and performanceEnsure alignment of operational practices across all locationsCandidate Profile Essential Requirements
Current or recent H (BK) Captain experienceBackground in civil helicopter charter or private aviationExperience as a Lead Captain, Chief Pilot, or equivalent operational leadership roleComfortable combining active flying with management responsibilitiesStrong working knowledge of helicopter charter operationsEligible to work under Indonesia taxationWilling to travel and operate across the Indonesia regionHighly Desirable
Prior experience interfacing with the DGCA or other aviation regulatorsExperience leading managers and multi‑disciplinary aviation teamsPractical understanding of operational cost control and budgetingATP(H) licenceIdeal Candidate Types
Chief Helicopter PilotsLead Helicopter Captains with operational leadership responsibilitiesFlying Operations Managers (Rotor Wing)Senior H Captains stepping into broader leadership rolesWhy This Role
Opportunity to lead from the front , remaining operationally activeMeaningful influence over safety, standards, people, and performanceExposure to multi‑base helicopter operations within IndonesiaSuitable for experienced helicopter pilots seeking expanded leadership without leaving flyingConfidentiality Notice This is a strictly confidential assignment . Company details and further information will be shared with shortlisted candidates only upon client approval.