Captain (DASH 8 100/300)

Voyageur Aviation Corp; Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in aviation seeks a skilled Captain for their DASH 8 fleet. This role involves ensuring safe operations while supporting international missions across Africa and the Middle East. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, the company offers a unique opportunity to work on distinctive projects with a talented team. Employees enjoy a culture of continuous learning, comprehensive benefits, and abundant growth opportunities. If you are a qualified pilot with a passion for aviation and a desire to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Employer-paid extended health care

Life and disability coverage

Retirement pension plan

Employee Share Ownership Plan

Employee and family assistance plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 3000 total flight hours and 1500 hours multi-PIC time required.
• Current DH8 type-rating and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate company aircraft as Pilot-in-Command.
• Supervise crew and ensure operational control during flights.
• Lead safety briefings and manage operational paperwork.

Skills

ATPL Certification

Flight Operations Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Transport Canada Requirements

Job description

Main - ON
1500 Airport Road
North Bay, ON P1B8G2, CAN

Unfamiliar with what we do? No worries, we've got you covered!

At Voyageur Aviation Corp., we deliver innovative solutions to customers with unique aviation requirements. We are an integrated provider of specialized aviation services, including advanced engineering and maintenance capabilities, part sales and logistics management, aircraft leasing, and contract flying operations both internationally and domestically supporting humanitarian missions, cargo, and workforce movements to remote communities. Our headquarters are in North Bay, Ontario, and we are a wholly owned subsidiary of Chorus Aviation Inc.

What we offer and what makes us special:

• We stand out as a leading company engaged in exceptionally distinctive projects, spanning captivating destinations worldwide, and collaborating with extraordinary and exclusive clients.
• We can turn your wildest imagination into reality, whether it's complete plane restructuring and modernization, complex maintenance, or a comprehensive plane redesign.
• Our team comprises the best, with unparalleled expertise. No one else on Earth can match what we achieve. We are true pioneers in avionic technology.
• Abundant growth opportunities await you here. Our employees choose to stay for the long term, thriving in a culture of continuous learning and boundless possibilities.
• We've got you covered! Our comprehensive benefits program is employer-paid and includes extended health care, out-of-country insurance, as well as life and disability coverage.
• Additionally, we offer a retirement pension plan, an employee and family assistance plan, and participation in the Employee Share Ownership Plan (TSX: CHR).

Explore your next role:

As a key member of the Flight Operations team, the Captain (DASH 8 100/300) will report to the Director, Flight Operations, and will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of our DH8 fleet. Operations consist of supporting our overseas bases throughout Africa and the Middle East.

• Safely operate company aircraft as the Pilot-in-Command.
• Responsible for briefing crew on planned operation of the aircraft, route to be flown, and any operational concerns.
• Ensure parameters for operational control are maintained throughout flights.
• Supervise and delegate responsibilities to Crew Members directly under their command.
• Maintain on-time performance and accomplish flight objectives.
• Liaise with Voyageur’s Dispatch department, ATC, FSS, and customers.
• Ensure all necessary maps, charts, and navigation equipment are readily available on the aircraft.
• Review, amend, and complete operational paperwork, Operational Flight Plans, and manuals as needed.
• Lead safety briefings and simulated emergency scenarios.
• Responsible for the safety and security of crew, aircraft, and cargo.
• Proactively utilize Voyageur’s Safety and Risk Management system.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, air regulations, and standard operating procedures.
• Maintain qualifications required to crew Dash 8 aircraft.

Your Distinctive Ingredients for Success:

Only candidates that meet the minimum requirements will be considered.

• Possess a valid ATPL.
• Meet the minimum requirement of 3000 total flight hours.
• Meet the minimum requirement of 1500 hours multi-PIC time.
• Meet the minimum requirement of 500 hours on a Dash 8 aircraft, of which a minimum of 350 hours are PIC.
• Meet Transport Canada requirements to operate a Dash 8 aircraft.
• Current DH8 type-rating.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to identify solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Willing to work overnight shifts.

You must be legally eligible to work for a Canadian company (e.g., be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or possess a valid work permit) and provide a clear Criminal Background Check.

You belong here!

Voyageur Aviation Corp. is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. If you require accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.