First Officer - Air Transport

Government of Canada - Northern; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Canada is seeking an experienced pilot for fixed wing aircraft operations. This role requires a Commercial Pilot Licence and entails a variety of responsibilities including conducting flights, instrument adjustments, and monitoring aircraft systems. The position is based on-site in Yellowknife with no remote options. Extensive benefits such as health plans, pension, and training reimbursements are included.

Benefits

Health care plan

Pension plan

Bonus

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

Qualifications

• Completion of a Commercial Pilot Licence - fixed wing is mandatory.
• High attention to detail due to the nature of aviation responsibilities.
• Capability to operate under pressure in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Fly fixed wing aircraft and helicopters for transportation.
• Monitor aircraft systems and perform emergency procedures during flights.
• Conduct pre-flight inspections and communicate with ground crews effectively.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Client focus

Flexibility

Reliability

Education

Commercial Pilot Licence - fixed wing

First Aid Certificate

Airline Pilot Transport Licence - fixed wing

Flight instrument rating

Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Licence

Multi-instrument Flight Rating

Landplane and Seaplane Endorsements

Occupational Health and Safety Certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English or French

Education

• College/CEGEP
• Aerospace, aeronautical and astronautical/space engineering
• Aviation/airway management and operations

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Commercial aviation
• Outdoors
• Bush pilot operation
• Non-smoking
• Forest firefighting
• Extremely cold

Work setting

• Rural area
• Staff accommodation available
• Staff accommodation provided
• Remote location
• Urban area
• Various locations
• Willing to relocate
• Moving cargo
• Airport

Responsibilities

• Fly fixed wing aircrafts or helicopters
• Follow emergency procedures to compensate for equipment malfunction or failure
• Make in-flight repairs, such as replacing fuses and adjusting instruments
• Monitor operation of engine and aircraft systems during flight
• Record equipment malfunctions and corrective actions taken during flight
• Report required repairs to ground maintenance personnel
• Train licenced pilots for additional certification
• Test new aircraft to evaluate performance
• Train and prepare pilots for examination
• Co-ordinate flight activities with ground crews and air-traffic control, inform crew members of flight and test procedures and direct activities of aircraft crew during flights
• Conduct in-flight tests and monitor functioning of aircraft equipment and systems during flights
• Conduct pre-flight inspection of aircraft and check passenger and cargo distribution to ensure that weight and balance specifications are met
• Contact control towers for takeoff clearances, arrival instructions and other information
• Maintain communications with flight dispatchers and weather forecasters and respond to and report in-flight emergencies and malfunctions
• Prepare flight evaluation reports
• Transport freight between aircraft and airport warehouse
• Transport and handle dangerous goods
• Relay information to pilots in flight
• Marshall or tow aircraft to gate positions
• Drive and operate ramp-servicing vehicles and equipment

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Credentials

• Commercial Pilot Licence - fixed wing
• First Aid Certificate
• Airline Pilot Transport Licence - fixed wing
• Flight instrument rating
• Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Licence
• Multi-instrument Flight Rating
• Landplane and Seaplane Endorsements
• Occupational Health and Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

• Equipment and machinery experience

Vehicle and equipment experience

• Aircraft cargo doors

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check
• Medical exam

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Own transportation
• Willing to travel
• Public transportation is available
• Willing to travel for extended periods

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• 20/20 vision
• Ability to distinguish between colours

Own tools/equipment

• Safety equipment/gear
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Gloves
• Safety vest

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Values and ethics

Benefits

• Health benefits
  • Dental plan
  • Disability benefits
  • Health care plan
  • Vision care benefits
• Financial benefits
  • Bonus
  • Group insurance benefits
  • Mileage paid
  • Night shift premium
  • Pension plan
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Long term benefits
  • Maternity and parental benefits
• Other benefits
  • Free parking available
  • Learning/training paid by employer
  • On-site amenities
  • Other benefits
  • Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
  • Team building opportunities
  • Transportation provided by employer
  • Variable or compressed work week
  • Wellness program