Captain CL64/65

Sunwest Aviation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Extended health care

Life insurance

AD&D

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

RRSP plan matching

Job summary

Sunwest Aviation Ltd. in Calgary is seeking aCaptain CL64/65 to join our senior flight crew.

Reporting to the Chief Pilot, you will perform duties on specified aircraft, operate charter and international medevac flights, and adhere to Transport Canada regulations and company policies. The successful candidate must have extensive flight time, PIC and multi-engine experience, jet hours, and international operations background.

Qualifications

• 5000 hours total time
• 2,200 hours PIC
• 2,500 hours Multi-Engine
• 1,950 hours Multi PIC
• 500 hours Jet

Responsibilities

• Perform the duties and responsibilities as outlined on the specified aircraft.
• Operate both standard charter flights as well as international medevac.
• Adhere to all safety regulations as per company requirements, Transport Canada, CARs, etc.
• Other related duties as assigned by Chief Pilot and/or Deputy Chief Pilot

Skills

Customer service

Decision making

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Job description

Sunwest Aviation Ltd. is the leading Western Canadian operator of jet and turboprop charter aircraft. Our fleet consists of a wide variety of jets, turboprops and piston aircraft. Based on fleet diversity, Sunwest is able to offer excellent opportunity for advancement. With over twenty-five years of safe operation, we have established a solid reputation in the aviation industry. Operating from a modern facility in Calgary, our aircraft are available for charter to thousands of destinations not served by scheduled airlines.

We currently have an opportunity available for a Captain CL64/65. Reporting to the Chief Pilot, this position is responsible for performing the duties and responsibilities which include, but are not limited to, the following:

Type of Employment:
Full-time

Position Shift:
regulation specified

Competition Deadline:
2026-11-15

Date Posted:
2026-07-16

Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform the duties and responsibilities as outlined on the specified aircraft.

Operate both standard charter flights as well as international medevac

• Perform the duties and responsibilities as required on the specified aircraft
• Adhere to all safety regulations as per company requirements, Transport Canada, CARs, etc.
• Other related duties as assigned by Chief Pilot and/or Deputy Chief Pilot
• Must hold a valid Airline Transport Pilot Licence, a valid Instrument and Type rating (if required), and hold a PPC and currency for an aeroplane in the aircraft grouping responsible for.

The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications and competencies. In addition personality profiling will be required of all candidates granted an interview for this position.

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:

• 5000 hours total time
• 2,200 hours PIC
• 2,500 hours Multi-Engine
• 1,950 hours Multi PIC
• 500 hours Jet
• Preference will be given to candidates with time on type
• Preference will be given to candidates with international operational experience
• Excellent customer service abilities
• Good decision making and problem solving abilities
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to be away for extended periods of time on short notice.

Sunwest offers a competitive, performance-based salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including dental, extended health, life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, an Employee & Family Assistance Program, and Group RRSP plan matching. Offering a safe, diverse and innovative environment, Sunwest is respected for integrity and is committed to taking care of our customers, our employees, our partners and our community.

Sunwest Aviation is committed to employment equity and will consider the qualifications, education, knowledge and experience of all candidates. We encourage all candidates to apply and the most qualified candidate will be offered the position.