Captain candidates must hold a valid and unrestricted Transport Canada Airline Transport Pilot Licence (Helicopter).
Captain candidates must have at least 2,000 hours of rotary-wing flight time.
Captain candidates must have at least 500 hours as Pilot-in-Command, including 200 hours in multi-engine aircraft.
Captain candidates must have at least two years of experience in instrument flight operations with actual Instrument Flight Rules flight hours as Pilot-in-Command.
First Officer candidates must hold a valid Airline Transport Pilot Licence or have passed the Airline Transport Pilot Licence written examinations within the previous 12 months.
First Officer candidates must hold a valid Commercial Rotary-wing Licence.
First Officer candidates must have 500 hours of rotary-wing flight time.
First Officer candidates must hold a Transport Canada Group IV instrument rating.
First Officer candidates must hold an unrestricted night rating.
Candidates must hold a valid Class 1 Medical.
Candidates must be able to successfully complete the Controlled Goods Security assessment application for Night Vision Goggles purposes.
Candidates must provide immunization records with required vaccinations.
Candidates must have a valid Canadian passport or valid authorization to work in Canada and authorization to travel to the United States.
Candidates must successfully complete a criminal record search before hire.
Candidates must be willing to relocate to Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Responsibilities
Captains act as Captain in accordance with company operating standards.
Captains perform Instrument Flight Rules flights in challenging and rapidly changing environments.
Captains work closely with the customer, respond efficiently to aircraft tasking, and maintain a high level of safety.
Captains coordinate and communicate effectively between the crew and dispatch.
Captains perform duties assigned by the Chief Pilot or Base Manager.
First Officers act as pilots in accordance with company operating standards.
First Officers perform other responsibilities related to the position.
Desired Qualifications
Previous experience flying as a Captain in a 703 Air Ambulance operation is preferred.
Night Vision Goggles experience is an asset.
An S-76 endorsement is an asset.
Previous night or Instrument Flight Rules flying experience in the Maritime environment is an asset.
Job Description
Join our elite crew and embark on an exciting career path within our industry. As one of top leaders in the industry, we have an exciting opportunity for a Captain and First Officer on the S76, in support of our Air Ambulance Operations in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
If you are looking to further your career, we invite you to apply today and be a part of our growing team!
Responsibilities
Captain:
Act as a Captain as per Company operation standards;
Perform IFR Flights in challenging and rapidly changing environment;
Be able to work closely with our customer, respond efficiently to aircraft tasking, while maintaining a high level of safety;
Coordination and effective communication between crew and dispatch
All duties assigned by the Chief Pilot or Base Manager;
First Officer:
Act as a pilot as per Company operation standards;
Any other responsibility related to the position
Qualifications
Common requirements
Must be willing to relocate to Halifax, Nova Scotia.
A valid Canadian passport or a valid authorization to work in Canada and to travel to USA, (this position is not available for sponsorship);
Valid Class 1 Medical;
Ability to successfully complete the Controlled Goods Security assessment application for NVG purposes;
Immunization records with required vaccinations are mandatory.
Be customer focused and a team player;
Have good communication skills and a positive attitude;
A Criminal record search will be conducted prior to hire.
Requirements specific by position
Captain:
A valid and unrestricted Transport Canada ATPL(H) License;
A minimum of 2000 hours rotary wing flight time;
A minimum of 500 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) which 200 hours of Multi-Engine Aircraft;
Minimum of 2 years of experience in Instrument Flight Operations with actual IFR flight hours as PIC;
Previous experience flying in a 703 Air Ambulance operation as a Captain is preferred;
NVG experience an asset;
Endorsement on S76 considered an asset;
First Officer:
Have a valid ATPL or have passed ATPL written exams within the previous 12 months;
Hold a valid Commercial Rotary-wing License;
Have 500 hours Rotary-wing time;
Transport Canada Group IV Instrument rating;
Possess unrestricted Night Rating;
Possess previous Night / IFR flying experience in the Maritime environment is an asset.
Additional Information
Remuneration: Competitive salary according to experience.
Schedule:Shifts schedule. Not a touring position as you will be based out of Halifax, NS.
Working for Canadian Helicopters is:
A unique occasion to grow professionally in a dynamic environment full of opportunities.
Working with passionate, committed people who enjoy surpassing themselves.
Being part of an organizational culture based on fundamental principles.
Having an employer of choice offering competitive working conditions.
We offer a flexible benefits program including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, life insurance, short and long term disability insurance and a pension plan, depending on employment status.
Canadian Helicopters Limited is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from women, Indigenous people, and visible minorities.
For more information we invite you to visit our website: www.canadianhelicopters.com