Captain RJ - Montreal

Ledcor; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in aviation is expanding its fleet in Quebec and is on the lookout for skilled RJ Captains. This role emphasizes safety and operational excellence, offering a chance to operate Avro RJ aircraft across Northern Canada. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the company fosters a supportive workplace culture recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. Join a team that values your skills and offers competitive rewards, ensuring your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. If you are passionate about aviation and safety, this is the perfect opportunity to soar to new heights.

Benefits

Competitive total rewards package

Opportunities for skill development

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Support for physical and mental wellbeing

Qualifications

• 4000 hours Total Time and 2500 MPIC required.
• 500 hours on a Jet aircraft and High Arctic experience are assets.

Responsibilities

• Operate Avro RJ aircraft safely and efficiently as PIC.
• Participate in pre-flight inspection and post-flight duties.

Skills

Strong commitment to safety culture

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Current Canadian ATPL

Job description

As an Avro RJ Captain with Summit Air, you are responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the aircraft with a passion for customer service and prioritizing safety for our clients.

Summit Air, headquartered in Yellowknife, NWT, operates across Canada, specializing in passenger charters, cargo transport, and customized flight solutions for industry-leading clients with a legacy of excellence in northern and remote aviation. We’re growing our fleet in the Quebec area and are seeking experienced RJ Captains.

As we expand our fleet in Quebec and enter new markets to support our growing client base, we are seeking local, skilled RJ Pilots to join our team. If you are committed to safety, professionalism, and operational excellence, we want to hear from you.

There has never been a better time to join our industry leading team. Apply today!

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Essential Responsibilities

• Operate Avro RJ aircraft safely and efficiently throughout Northern Canada as PIC in accordance with company policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Stay current with all available flight information, including weather, and applicable NOTAMs where available, and verify type A flight plans for accuracy
• Participate in the aircraft pre-flight inspection, as well as all post-flight duties

Qualifications

• Current Canadian ATPL
• 4000 hours Total Time
• 2500 MPIC (greater than 5700 kg)
• 500 hours on a Jet aircraft an asset
• High Arctic experience an asset
• Glass cockpit experience an asset
• Current Passport with the ability to travel to the United States and Europe
• Ability to obtain Canadian Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)
• Strong Commitment to safety culture
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol testing requirements
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Additional Information

Summit Air, a member of the Ledcor Group of Companies, delivers customized fleet and aviation solutions safely and reliably to support Canada's North and beyond. We have one of the largest and most diverse fleets in the industry. From moving cargo, to transferring passengers, to recreational flights for adventurers seeking to discover the North, we are a one-stop solution. Learn more at www.flysummitair.com

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email.