Base Pilot - Goose Bay

Custom Helicopters Inc.; Canada; In loco; CAD 120.000 - 170.000; Tempo pieno

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Full benefits

RRSP pension plan

Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Descrizione del lavoro

Custom Helicopters Inc. in Goose Bay, Canada invites applications for a Helicopter Pilot. The role focuses on safe operation and crew/passenger safety during flight time, with final authority during command.

Candidates must hold a Canadian Commercial Pilot License (H) and have experience across multiple aircraft types, including remote assignments. Applicants should demonstrate strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills, along with the ability to work in varying schedules and

Competenze

• Canadian Commercial Pilot License (H) with VFR or IFR experience.
• Extensive flying experience across relevant aircraft types.
• Previous experience working in remote geographical locations.
• Ability to pass criminal background check and hold a valid passport.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate analytical reasoning, with the ability to prioritize tasks and projects.
• Must be self-motivated, with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Mansioni

• Ensure that aircraft checklists are used during all flight operations.
• Complete the daily inspection prior to each flight assignment.
• Devise a flight plan using information about the weather, passengers, aircraft, and route.
• Conduct preflight safety checks and coordinate with maintenance to address issues before flight.
• Verify aircraft is equipped for the mission prior to each flight.
• Complete paperwork after each day’s flight, including log entries and tickets.
• Communicate with Maintenance regarding any anomalies.
• Monitor loading and unloading of cargo to ensure balanced loads and careful handling.
• Ensure safe aircraft operation at all times.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical reasoning

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Formazione

Canadian Commercial Pilot License (H)

VFR/IFR experience

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 6:00 AM

For over 45 years, Custom Helicopters has delivered safe, reliable rotary‑wing services across Manitoba, Nunavut, remote northern regions, and international locations. With a versatile fleet and experienced crews, our operations span both single‑engine markets; such as medical transport, exploration, fire suppression, utilities, environmental work, and powerlines and multi‑engine markets including HEMS, SAR, heavy‑lift powerline construction, and fire suppression.

Custom Helicopters promotes a highly skilled workforce built on mutual respect, supporting both personal and professional growth. We offer competitive compensation, full benefits, a pension plan (RRSP), and an Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) to support long‑term career development.

Driven by our commitment to Safety, Quality, & Value, we provide dependable aviation solutions in some of the most challenging environments. Every mission reflects our focus on precision, professionalism, and the people we serve.

Must be local to Goose Bay.

Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, the Helicopter Pilot is responsible for the operation and safety of the aircraft they command, and for the safety of all persons onboard during flight time. For this purpose, the Helicopter Pilot will have final authority for the disposition of the aircraft, during the time in which they are in command. The Helicopter Pilot ensures the aircraft is operated in accordance with all applicable orders, SOPs, and regulations and is expected to uphold the professional image of the company.

Minimum Flight Experience Requirements:

• Total time: 1000 hours
• B2 PIC: 500 hours
• Utility time: 500 hours

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that aircraft checklists are used during all flight operations.
• Responsible to complete the daily inspection prior to each flight assignment.
• Devise a flight plan using information about the weather, passengers, aircraft, and route.
• Conduct preflight safety checks and work closely with maintenance crews to ensure any issues are addressed before commencement of flight.
• Prior to each flight ensure that the aircraft is suitably equipped for the mission.
• Complete paperwork after each day’s flight assignment, including log entries, flight tickets,tracking paperwork, etc.
• Communicate with Maintenance department with respect to anomalous operations.
• Monitor loading and unloading of cargo to ensure a balanced load and careful handling procedures.
• Ensure operation of the aircraft is always performed in a safe manner.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Canadian Commercial Pilot License (H), with VFR or IFR experience.
• Extensive flying experience across relevant aircraft types.
• Previous experience working in remote geographical locations.
• Ability to pass criminal background check and hold a valid passport.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate analytical reasoning, with the ability to prioritize tasks and projects.
• Must be self‑motivated, with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Working Conditions:

• Adapt to unusual working hours and working conditions.
• Tour lengths may vary, depending on operational circumstances.

Custom Helicopters is committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest, and only those selected for an interview will be contacted.