ATR 42 First Officer – Non‑Type Rated (Training Provided)

Pilot Assessments; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilot Assessments in Ottawa is seeking candidates to operate the ATR 42 in a multi-crew environment. You will perform thorough pre-flight planning, calculations, and inspections to ensure safe, on-time operations.

Ideal applicants demonstrate disciplined flying, calm communication under pressure, and strict adherence to checklists and SMS principles while progressing through training and onboarding.

Qualifications

• Total flight time requirements and valid exams for eligibility.
• ICAO English Proficiency Level 4 or higher.
• Ability to obtain RAIC and travel documents as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate the ATR 42 in a multi-crew environment per SOPs and TC regs.
• Conduct pre-flight planning, performance calculations, and inspections.
• Maintain CRM, threat/error management, and on-time operations.
• Communicate with flight crew, dispatch, maintenance, and ground teams.
• Engage in recurrent training and support safety culture.

Skills

Disciplined flying

Calm communication

Checklist discipline

Education

Aviation degree/diploma

Tools

ATR 42

Job description

Minimum requirements

• Total Time: 750 hours; or 250 hours for graduates of a recognized aviation degree/diploma program (or similar)
• Exams: Valid IATRA; or valid SAMRA and SARON results (exams must be within validity)
• Language: ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4 or higher
• Security: Ability to obtain and retain an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) in accordance with Transport Canada's Airport Restricted Area Access Clearance Program
• Travel Documents: Current valid passport; and if not a Canadian passport holder, a valid Canadian Permanent Resident Card. All required visas/travel documents permitting unrestricted travel

Training and onboarding

Non-type rated applicants are welcome. Comprehensive ATR 42 ground school, simulator training, and supervised line indoctrination are provided to ensure you meet company standards and regulatory requirements from day one.

What you'll do

• Operate the ATR 42 in a multi-crew environment, adhering to SOPs and TC regulations
• Conduct thorough pre-flight planning, performance calculations, and aircraft inspections
• Exercise sound judgement, CRM, and threat/error management to deliver safe, on-time operations
• Communicate clearly with flight crew, dispatch, maintenance, and ground teams
• Participate in recurrent training and support a proactive safety reporting culture

What you'll bring

• Disciplined procedural flying and attention to detail
• Calm, collaborative communication style under pressure
• Commitment to checklist discipline, fatigue management, and SMS principles