Corporate Helicopter Pilot

American Iron & Metal (AIM); Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collective group insurance plan

RRSP/DPSP employer contribution

Flexible seasonal pattern

Job summary

American Iron & Metal (AIM) Aviation seeks a highly skilled Corporate Helicopter Pilot to operate the Airbus AS350 B3 (AStar) within a 400–500 km radius of Montréal. You may share the role with another pilot and will mentor developing pilots during the season.

The ideal candidate is a TC CPL-H or ATPL-H holder with extensive AS350 B3 experience, a valid Class 1 Medical, and a track record in executive or charter operations, fluent in English with French as a strong asset.

Qualifications

• Valid Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence – Helicopter (CPL-H) or ATPL-H.
• Extensive experience on the Airbus AS350 B3 (AStar) – type rating required.
• Valid Transport Canada Class 1 Medical Certificate.
• Minimum: 3,000 hours total helicopter time (1,500 on turbine; 100 on make/model).
• Pilot-in-command or co-pilot for executive/charter operations.
• Ability to provide flight training and mentoring to lower-hour pilots.
• Québec driver’s license (Class 5) with clean record.
• Fluent in English (French is a strong asset).

Responsibilities

• Safely operate the Airbus AS350 B3 (AStar) within a 400–500 km radius of Montréal for executive and company missions.
• Co-pilot alongside the owner; foster a professional flight environment.
• Provide in-flight mentorship and training to lower-hour pilots.
• Perform pre/post-flight inspections, safety checks, and coordinate maintenance.
• File flight plans, monitor weather, and maintain flight docs per Transport Canada rules.
• Remain on-call 7 days a week during the summer season; consider shared pilot arrangements.

Skills

CPL-H / ATPL-H

AS350 B3 experience

TC Class 1 Medical

3000 hrs helicopter, 1500 turbine

PIC/Co-pilot experience

Flight training / mentoring

Québec driver’s license Class 5

English fluent

Job description

Company Description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees andthe ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the yearsevolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metalrecycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing ofsolder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial andmining products.

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, moresustainable future for all.

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

Job Description

Part of AIM Aviation, private transport division of American Iron & Metal, we are seeking a highly skilled and versatile professional to join our team in a unique dual-capacity position. As our Corporate Helicopter Pilot, you will serve as the trusted operator of our Airbus AS350 B3 (AStar) throughout the flight season — covering a radius of 400 to 500 km around Montréal.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced pilot who values flexibility, discretion, and a long-term professional partnership with a dynamic, engaged company.

Ce poste est ouvert aux candidats bilingues. L'anglais est la langue principale de travail.

Key Responsibilities

Helicopter Operations — Estimated from May to October

• Safely operate the Airbus AS350 B3 (AStar) for executive and company missions within a 400–500 km radius of Montréal
• Co-pilot alongside the company owner, fostering a collaborative and professional flight environment
• Provide in‑flight mentorship and training to pilots (Owner’s grandson) building flight hours
• Conduct pre‑flight and post‑flight inspections, safety checks, and coordinate maintenance as required
• File flight plans, monitor weather conditions, and manage all flight documentation in full compliance with Transport Canada regulations
• Remain on‑call 7 days a week throughout the summer season, with flexibility for short‑notice departures (no night flights required)
• Maintain currency of all licenses, ratings, and medical certifications at all times
• This position may be structured as a shared pilot arrangement, with two pilots covering operational requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required

• Valid Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence – Helicopter (CPL-H) or ATPL-H
• Extensive experience on the Airbus AS350 B3 (AStar) – type rating required
• Valid Transport Canada Class 1 Medical Certificate
• Minimum experience requirements are; 3,000 hours total helicopter time of which 1,500 hours are on turbine helicopters, and 100 hours on make and model and no losses
• Proven experience as pilot-in-command and/or co-pilot for executive or charter operations
• Demonstrated ability to provide flight training and mentoring to lower‑hour pilots
• Valid Québec driver’s license (Class 5 minimum) with a clean driving record
• Fluent in English (working language); French is a strong asset

Preferred

• IFR rating or instrument flight experience
• Experience with cross‑country navigation in Québec and Eastern Canada airspace
• Prior experience in a high‑discretion, executive‑facing or VIP role
• Familiarity with Montréal‑area airspace, aerodromes, and regional geography within a 500 km range

Your Profile & Skills

You are a seasoned aviation professional who brings exceptional judgment, composure under pressure, and an unwavering commitment to safety. You take pride in being a trusted, long‑term partner to an executive team.

• Independent and self-directed — you manage your schedule and responsibilities with confidence and minimal oversight
• Discreet and trustworthy — you handle sensitive information and executive movements with absolute professionalism
• Strong communicator — equally at ease with senior leadership, clients, co‑pilots, and aviation authorities
• Flexible and available — you embrace the on‑call nature of the summer season and adapt readily to changing plans
• Safety-first — you never compromise on protocols, regardless of external pressure or schedule demands

Additional Information

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Competitive — commensurate with experience
• Insurance: Collective group insurance plan
• Retirement: RRSP / DPSP employer contribution plan
• Schedule: Flexible seasonal pattern with optional year-round engagement.
• Environment: Engaging, entrepreneurial company with close-knit leadership!

Optional Opportunity:

For candidates who are interested, there is an opportunity to support the executive team as an Executive Driver during periods when flight operations are not required.