Hoist Operator - Supporting the Green Energy Sector

Now Hiring: Offshore Helicopter Hoist Operators in Denmark – Supporting the Green Energy Sector

At KN Helicopters, we are proud to support the green transition by providing safe and efficient helicopter transport to offshore wind farms and associated installations. As demand for renewable energy grows, so does the need for highly skilled Hoist Operators who thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment.
We are currently expanding our operations and looking for safety-focused Hoist Operators to join our dedicated team in Denmark.  If you have experience with hoist operations, or under training to become a pilot we would like to hear from you.

We are located in Esbjerg, Roskilde, Grenaa and from September 2026 also Thorsminde.

About the role

As a Hoist Operator at KN Helicopters, you will be part of a professional crew operating Airbus H135/H145 helicopters to support offshore wind operations. You will play a key role in supporting offshore operations. Missions include precision hoisting to offshore turbines, vessels, and substations.
You will operate from one of our bases (Esbjerg or Thorsminde) in Denmark, serving some of the largest and most innovative offshore wind projects in Northern Europe.

As a Hoist operator your main task includes precision hoisting to offshore turbines, vessels, and substations.

Who we are looking for

Essential requirements:

• Physically and mentally fit

• Can pass EASA Class 2 medical

• English AND Scandinavian speaking (customer requirement)

• Must be a safety minded person

• Experience as a Hoist Operator, or under education as a pilot.

• Present a clean criminal record, to obtain access to airport facility 

• You enjoy working as a part of a team.

• Residence in Denmark or nearby region

Why join KN Helicopters?

• Be part of a mission-driven company contributing directly to the green energy transition

• Operate modern aircraft in a well-established and safety-focused organization

• Work in a dedicated team that values professionalism, adaptability, and collaboration

• Be part of a strong team spirit in a dynamic and high-performing work environment

About KN Helicopters

KN Helicopters delivers specialized helicopter solutions to the offshore wind sector – a rapidly growing industry at the forefront of the climate challenge. We offer flexible, reliable and safe transport of crews and equipment to wind farms and vessels in among others the North Sea and in the waters around Denmark.

With a track record of operational excellence and close partnerships with key players in the wind industry, we are proud to be part of building a sustainable energy future.

Learn more at: https://www.knhelicopters.dk/

KN Helicopters is now part of Avincis

In September 2025, KN Helicopters entered an exciting new chapter as part of Avincis, one of the world’s leading emergency aerial service operators. This acquisition strengthens our position in the market and opens up new opportunities for growth, innovation, and development—for both our customers and employees. As part of the Avincis family, you’ll become part of a larger organization with a strong focus on quality, safety, and the aviation solutions of the future.

Learn more at www.avincis.com

How to apply:
Send your CV, relevant licenses or educations to the e-mail: recruitment_nordics@avincis.com. Please state in the subject field that you are applying in Denmark and that you are applying for the position as Finance Controller. You can also apply through this site (WebCruiter – a Norwegian recruitment platform). Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

KN Helicopters A/S is committed to equal opportunities and evaluates all applications fairly and objectively, regardless of gender or background.
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