Direct Entry Navajo Captain

SkyCare Air Ambulance; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

EFAP

Group retirement savings plan

Job summary

SkyCare Air Ambulance invites a Direct Entry Navajo Captain to lead Pilot-in-Command duties for medevac and charter missions. With 1500+ hours total flight time, you will guide safe, efficient operations across our network, including remote northern communities and international destinations.

You will join a collaborative team of pilots, dispatchers and medical crews, participate in ongoing training, and have opportunities for career growth within Flight Operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1500 hours total flight time (TT).
• Valid Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL).
• Valid Group 1 Multi-Engine Instrument Rating (IFR).
• Valid Transport Canada Category 1 Medical Certificate.
• ATPL, or CPL with IATRA or SARON completed.
• Ability to meet US travel requirements.
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (within last 30 days).
• Legally eligible to work in Canada with valid work authorization.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a variety of operations including time-critical medevac missions and charter services.
• Pilot-in-Command responsible for safe and efficient operation of company aircraft.
• Work in a fast-paced operational environment with teamwork and safety focus.
• Support SkyCare's air ambulance and charter operations.

Skills

1500+ hours TT

CPL

Multi-Engine IFR

TC Medical Certificate

ATPL / IATRA / SARON

US travel access

Criminal Record Check

Canadian work eligibility

50 lb lift

Job description

About SkyCare

At SkyCare, flying is more than getting from one destination to another—it's about delivering care when it's needed most.

As a privately owned and family-operated Canadian air service provider, SkyCare has been supporting communities across Canada for more than 20 years through air ambulance, charter, and specialized aviation services.

Our operations stretch from remote northern communities and the Arctic Circle to destinations across Canada, the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean.

We pride ourselves on living our values every day: Safety | Service | Stewardship | Solutions. If you're looking for a career where your experience makes a meaningful impact and every flight has a purpose, we'd love to meet you.

Flying That Matters

With 1500+ hours total flight time, you're ready to take the next step into a Captain role where sound judgment, leadership, and professionalism are at the centre of every mission.

As a Direct Entry Navajo Captain, you'll lead a variety of operations including time-critical medevac missions and charter services. You'll work in a fast-paced operational environment where adaptability, teamwork, and a commitment to safety are essential.

Your Role at SkyCare

As Pilot-in-Command, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of company aircraft while supporting SkyCare's air ambulance and charter operations.

What You Can Expect

• Diverse multi-engine IFR flying in both scheduled and unscheduled operations.
• Air ambulance and charter missions across Canada, the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
• Experience operating in northern, remote, and urban environments.
• A collaborative operational culture with experienced pilots, dispatchers, and medical crews.
• Ongoing training, mentorship, and opportunities for career growth within Flight Operations.

Location

Sioux Lookout (ON) and St. Andrews (MB). Pilot assignments are driven by operational needs and may rotate across our network.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum 1500 hours Total Flight Time (TT).
• Valid Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL).
• Valid Group 1 Multi-Engine Instrument Rating (IFR).
• Valid Transport Canada Category 1 Medical Certificate.
• Valid ATPL, or a CPL with IATRA or SAMRA/SARON examinations successfully completed.
• Ability to meet applicable international travel requirements, including travel to the United States
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (completed within the last 30 days).
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada and able to maintain valid work authorization throughout your employment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Professional Competencies

• Strong teamwork and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a multi-crew environment while following Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure, assess changing conditions, and prioritize safety in day-to-day operations.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a commitment to learning, recurrent training, and continuous professional development.

Benefits & Perks

At SkyCare, we invest in our people and support long-term career growth.

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Hands-on operational experience with opportunities for career progression.
• Extended health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Group Retirement Savings Plan.

Closing Date

Open until filled.

SkyCare Air Ambulance & Charters is committed to building an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment and selection process upon request.