Cessna Caravan 208 Captain – Winnipeg, MB (YWG)

Pilot Assessments; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP retirement plan

3–6 weeks vacation

Comprehensive health, dental, vision

Travel jump-seat privileges

Life and disability insurance

Well-being programs

Free parking

Short walk to the aircraft

Job summary

Morningstar Air Express seeks a Captain for the Cessna Caravan 208 based in Winnipeg to lead cargo flights within a safety-first culture. You will conduct thorough pre-flight planning, performance calculations, and post-flight duties while coordinating with dispatch and maintenance to ensure secure, timely cargo movements.

The role requires 1,500 hours total time (or 1,200 with 300 on C208), a valid Canadian ATPL or CPL with IFR, and TC Category 1 Medical.

Qualifications

• 1,500 hours total time; or 1,200 hours total with 300 hours on C208.
• Valid Canadian ATPL; or CPL with current IFR (Group 1 or Group 3).
• Transport Canada Category 1 Medical.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a RAIC and travel to the USA.
• Passport and ability to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Captain on the Cessna Caravan 208 based in Winnipeg.
• Operate safely according to SOPs and Canadian Aviation Regulations.
• Perform pre-flight planning, performance calculations, and post-flight duties.
• Coordinate with dispatch, ground teams, and maintenance to ensure on-time cargo movements.
• Maintain a strong safety culture across all operations.

Skills

Flight experience

C208 familiarity

Education

ATPL or CPL with IFR (Group 1/3)

TC Category 1 Medical

Job description

What you’ll do

• Serve as Captain on the Cessna Caravan 208 based in Winnipeg within Morningstar’s dedicated air-cargo network.
• Operate safely and efficiently in accordance with company SOPs and Canadian Aviation Regulations.
• Conduct thorough pre-flight planning, performance calculations, and post-flight duties.
• Coordinate with dispatch, ground teams, and maintenance to ensure on-time, secure cargo movements.
• Uphold a strong safety culture integrated across all operations.
• Enjoy an average of 12–14 duty-period days per month, with most weekends and holidays off.

What you bring

• Minimum flight experience (one of):
  • 1,500 hours total time; or
  • 1,200 hours total time including 300 hours on C208.
• Licences & certifications:
  • Valid Canadian ATPL; or valid CPL with current IFR (Group 1 or Group 3).
  • Transport Canada Category 1 Medical.
• Eligibility & clearances:
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a RAIC.
  • Valid passport and ability to travel to the USA.
  • Provincial driver’s licence.
  • Immediate authorization to work in Canada.

Pay, schedule & extras

• Base salary: Starting at CA$77,280 per year, with two pay-level increases annually.
• Per diem: CA$4.75 per duty hour while away from home base.
• Schedule: Average 12–14 duty-period days/month; most weekends and holidays off.

Benefits & perks

• Retirement: Company-matched RRSP defined-contribution plan (4%–6% based on years of service).
• Time off: Three to six weeks of vacation.
• Insurance: Health, dental, vision, travel medical, life insurance, short- and long-term disability.
• Well-being: Employee & Family Assistance Program, wellness and health-care spending accounts.
• Travel: Jump-seat privileges between Morningstar’s Canadian bases.
• Everyday perks: Job security, competitive wages, free parking, and a short walk to the aircraft.

About the operation

Morningstar Air Express operates a Canada-wide, safety-driven cargo network using FedEx-branded B757, ATR72, and C208 aircraft. You’ll be part of a professional team that integrates safety into every aspect of the operation.