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Bristow Group

Helicopter transport and SAR services.

Rescue Equipment Technician

Full-TimeUpdated Deadline 11/15/26
No salary listed
Mid
Norway
In PersonBased at the employer's Sola headquarters.
General Maintenance & RepairEquipment Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • A vocational certificate in rescue equipment, aircraft systems, sewing, or another relevant technical education.
  • Relevant work experience.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken Norwegian and English.
  • Experience with digital systems for equipment tracking and maintenance planning.
  • A valid category B driver's license.
  • Must meet the requirements for obtaining an airport access ID card; an enhanced background check is required upon hiring.
Responsibilities
  • Maintain, adapt, troubleshoot, and repair personal flight equipment, survival suits, aircraft and rescue vests, HABD/HEED systems, life rafts, helmets, headsets, and other rescue technical equipment connected to the search and rescue service.
  • Plan and follow up on maintenance and logistics for all rescue equipment.
  • Participate in procurement, testing, and evaluation of new equipment.
  • Order, receive, and inventory rescue equipment.
  • Provide professional assessments and decision support within the field.
  • Train operational personnel in the use of rescue equipment.
  • Attend necessary courses and continuing education to fulfill the role.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience from civil or military aviation.
  • Experience with SAP.

About the company

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Bristow Group

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Bristow Group provides vertical flight solutions, operating a large fleet of helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft to support offshore energy work worldwide. Its main services include transporting personnel to and from offshore facilities and providing search and rescue, along with fixed-wing transport and UAV services. Revenue comes from long-term contracts with oil and gas companies and government entities, and the business includes a significant government services segment. The goal is to deliver reliable, mission-critical aviation services across offshore exploration and production while expanding government and regional capabilities through stable contracts and broad offerings.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Houston, Texas

Founded

1948

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What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 revenue reached $411.8 million, with adjusted EBITDA rising to $79.8 million.
  • Offshore Energy Services margin expanded to 18% in Q2 2026.
  • Management affirmed 2026 EBITDA guidance of $295 million to $325 million after Berry closed.

What critics are saying

  • Government Services lost $2.1 million in Q2 2026 from aircraft availability penalties.
  • Supply-chain delays and aircraft modifications cut Government Services adjusted operating income by $8 million.
  • If UKSAR2G and Ireland transitions slip in 2027, Bristow loses cash flow and credibility.

What makes Bristow Group unique

  • Bristow owns UKSAR2G and Irish Coast Guard SAR contracts through 2026-2033.
  • Berry Aviation adds ISR, MRO, UAS, and on-demand cargo capabilities after July 13, 2026.
  • The H160 rollout in Nigeria expands Bristow’s offshore and rescue fleet mix.

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6 month growth

14%

1 year growth

13%

2 year growth

13%
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Yahoo Finance
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PR Newswire
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