Deputy Chief Pilot – Rotary Wing Operations

Helicopter Jobs; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive benefits package

Diversity and inclusive culture

Pension plan and leave entitlements

Job summary

Canadian Coast Guard in Ottawa, Canada seeks a Deputy Chief Pilot, Rotary Wing Operations (DCP-RW) to lead and supervise ASD helicopter pilots, ensuring safe flight operations and compliant training. You will audit training files, manage flight and duty tracking, and may serve as PIC or check pilot across ASD aircraft.

The role requires extensive helicopter PIC time, multi-engine experience, and the ability to travel regionally.

Qualifications

• Requires secondary school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation with an aviation management or related degree/diploma is preferred.
• Minimum 3500 hours as helicopter pilot with 2000+ hours PIC; multi-engine PIC experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise ASD helicopter pilots and all pilots in flight operations and training.
• Audit pilot training files and manage Flight and Duty tracking for all pilots.
• Act as PIC or training/check pilot as needed and travel domestically/internationally.

Education

Secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives

Degree/diploma in Aviation Management or related field

Experience as helicopter pilot with PIC time

Job description

Duties

The Deputy Chief Pilot, Rotary Wing Operations (DCP-RW) reports to the Chief Pilot, Rotary Wing Operations. The DCP-RW assists in the supervision of ASD Helicopter Pilots and all helicopter pilots in matters concerned with ASD flight operations and training.

• Auditing of pilot training files.
• The Flight and Duty tracking program for all CCG helicopter Pilots and Company Training Pilots.
• Matters relating to the Maintenance Control Manual and Limited Certification Authority.
• Other activities delegated by the Chief Pilot.
• May act as Pilot in Command (PIC), training pilot and/or Company Approved Check Pilot on selected aircraft.
• May act as “relief pilot” on CCG aircraft in the regions.
• Conducts maintenance test flights and post overhaul flights on ASD and CCG aircraft.
• Acts as CP and liaises with regional management personnel and CCG, as required.
• Makes recommendations with respect to changes to Company training programs and the Company Operations Manual.

Work environment

The Canadian Coast Guard Is a Special Operating Agency Within The Department Of National Defence. We Work To Ensure The Safety Of Mariners In Canadian Waters And Protect Canada’s Marine Environment. We Are Proud To Celebrate Our Diversity And Our Commitment To Values And Ethics - We Recognize Our Employees For a Variety Of Achievements, Including Excellence In Values And Innovation, And Offer Wide-ranging Career Opportunities. The Canadian Coast Guard Aircraft Services Directorate Specifically Provides Critical Safety And Security Services To Canadians. We Operate a Diverse Fleet Of Fixed- And Rotary Wing Aircraft Across Canada And Internationally. Our Helicopters Are a Key Part Of The Canadian Coast Guard's Response Capability And Assist With a Wide Range Of Operations, Programs, And Services, Including Aids To Navigation, Marine Communication And Traffic Servies, Icebreaking, Environmental Response, Search And Rescue, Science And Conservation And Protection. The Rotary Wing Deputy Chief Pilot Is Part Of Our Leadership Team And Supports The Chief Pilot In The Service Delivery Of Safe And Efficient Operations Of The Rotary Wing Aircraft. Amongst Others, This Involves The Supervision Of All Helicopter Pilots In Matters Concerned With ASD Flight Operations And Training. They Will Be Qualified And Remain Current As Pilotin-command On At Least One Of ASD’s Helicopter Types And May Act As a Training And/or Check Pilot And As a Relief Pilot On ASD Aircraft In The Regions.

What do we offer?

• A career among a dynamic and dedicated team
• Opportunities for advancement
• A diverse, respectful, and inclusive work environment
• A total benefits package including a competitive salary, health and dental insurance plans, pension plan and a variety of leave entitlements

Conditions of employment

• Strict adherence to the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics - Canada.ca, Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector- Canada.ca, Directive on Conflict of Interest- Canada.ca, and DAOD 7021-1, Conflict of Interest - Canada.ca.
• Able to obtain a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC).
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Possess and maintain a valid Canadian Passport.
• Possession of a valid Category 1 aviation medical.
• Possession of a valid Canadian Airline Transport Pilot License - Helicopter Category with valid Group 4 Instrument Rating.
• Possession of a valid Restricted Radio-Telephone Operators certificate (endorsed Aeronautical).
• Willing and able to travel domestically and internationally.
• Willing and able to work overtime on short notice.
• Candidates must be willing and able to complete Helicopter Underwater Egress Training (HUET).

Operational Requirements

• Requirement to travel via all modes of transportation with some travel to remote or isolated locations.
• Willing and able to work in an aviation environment with exposure to noise, fumes, other aviation related hazards.

Education

A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives (see Note 1).

Note 1: The employer-approved alternatives to a secondary school diploma are:

• A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; or
• An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Candidates who already meet both of the following criteria must be accepted as meeting the secondary school diploma requirement:

• Candidates who have achieved a satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; and
• Candidates who have been appointed or deployed for an indeterminate period to a position in the AO group.

The opportunity to be assessed by at least one of the two employer-approved alternatives must be offered to candidates who have not previously met the secondary school diploma requirement.

Candidates who were appointed or deployed on an indeterminate basis using an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience meet the secondary school requirement for the AO group only and must be reassessed for entry to other classifications on the basis of this alternative.

Occupational Certification

• Possession of a valid Canadian Airline Transport Pilot License - Helicopter Category with valid Group 4 Instrument Rating.
• Possession of a valid Restricted Radio- Telephone Operators certificate (endorsed Aeronautical).
• Possession of a valid Category 1 aviation medical.

Experience

• Minimum experience of 3500 hours as a pilot in helicopters including at least 2000 hours as Pilot in Command of helicopters.
• Have at least three years experience as Pilot-in-Command of Multi-Engine helicopters and a minimum of 500 hours multi-engine PIC time in helicopters).
• Have current or previous experience in multi-pilot operations (min. 500 hours MP operations).
• Experience in the management of flight operations or flight training services.
• Experience in providing guidance to senior management on training, operations or aviation administration issues.
• Clean personal aviation record that does not include two or more convictions under the Canadian Aviation Regulations or any conviction under Subsection 7.3(1) of the Aeronautics Act.

Competencies

• Mobilizing People
• Demonstrating Integrity and Respect
• Collaborating with Partners and Stakeholders
• Promoting Innovation and Guiding Change
• Achieving Results

Abilities

• Ability to supervise a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
• Ability to plan, organize, and supervise projects.
• Ability to develop documentation related to commercial helicopter operations and pilot training, including policies, procedures and training programs.

Language Requirements (essential For The Job)

Various language requirements - Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC

Bilingual Non-Imperative CBC/CBCIf an insufficient number of qualified candidates meet the linguistic profile of bilingual imperative (CBC/CBC), non-imperative appointments may be considered. We encourage all potential candidates to submit their application regardless of their linguistic abilities.

• The language requirements for these supervisory positions are in line with the updates to the Official Languages Act. As of June 20, 2025, all supervisory positions with subordinates in bilingual regions will require a linguistic profile of CBC/CBC. Supervisory positions without subordinates in bilingual regions may require a lower profile.
• Copy and paste this link into your browser to see the list of bilingual regions in Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/values-ethics/official-languages/list-bilingual-regions-canada-language-of-work-purposes.html

Asset Qualifications – Education

Graduation with an acceptable degree or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in Aviation Management or an aviation related field.

Asset Qualifications – Experience

• Experience in managing financial resources.
• Experience in managing human resources.
• Experience with computerized Flight Crew management and/or Flight and Duty Time management systems.
• Experience with, or knowledge of Computer-Based Learning Management and Qualification Management systems.
• Experience in supervision of flight crew.

Organizational Needs

The Department of National Defence is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team that reflects Canada's population. To achieve a representative workforce, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as belonging to one or more of the designated groups: Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and women. We encourage you to indicate if you belong to any of the designated groups when you apply. As means to support our military families, consideration may first be given to the spouses or common-law partners of serving Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members.

Equity, diversity and inclusion

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

Hiring organization contact

Name: Gloria Chou

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