Bristow Group Inc., a global provider of innovative and sustainable vertical flight solutions, has reached a new agreement with Unite the Union, which will see close to 40 skilled Search and Rescue (SAR) helicopter engineers align with key Bristow terms and conditions as the transition to the new Irish Coast Guard contract continues.
The deal will see the experienced engineers currently employed by the incumbent operator adopt many of the roster and leave entitlements currently enjoyed by Bristow engineers in other parts of the Company’s global operations.
“This is an important step in what will be a long-term, collaborative relationship with Unite and our new colleagues,” said Bristow HR Director, Emma Lawson.
“These skilled and experienced individuals will be instrumental in delivering a lifesaving service for people and communities across Ireland. Now, as Bristow Ireland continues to assume responsibility for each SAR base over a managed transition period, they will become part of the Bristow Group, with new contracts, new rosters, and new leave entitlements.”
“This agreement brings them into closer alignment with their engineering colleagues elsewhere in the global Group,” continued Lawson. “And ensures the focus remains on delivering the highest standard of technical support and maintenance for the new fleet of specialist AW189 aircraft. We are grateful for the professionalism of everyone involved, which allowed us to take this step together. We look forward to continuing this spirit of collaboration in the years ahead.”
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