First Officer – Saab Fleet (Vancouver YVR)

Pilot Assessments; Richmond; Hybrid; CAD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Jump-seat privileges

Employee travel with family/partners

Banked holidays and extended vacation

Comprehensive health & dental coverage

Retention bonus potential

Job summary

Pilot Assessments is seeking a Saab First Officer to operate regional routes across British Columbia from Vancouver. You will join a safety-focused team and enjoy a schedule with day and overnight pairings, with opportunities to influence rotations and pursue upgrades as you gain experience.

The role offers multi-crew, multi-engine IFR flying, generous travel privileges, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and life coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum total time: 500 hours.
• Hold CPL with IATRA or ATPL (IATRA within 18 months).
• Current Multi-Engine IFR and valid Category 1 Medical.
• Ability to obtain RAIC.
• Eligible to travel to/from the United States.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a permanent full-time Saab First Officer on Vancouver-based operations.
• Operate multi-crew, multi-engine IFR flights across BC network.
• Work varying shifts with travel away from home, including overnight assignments.
• Uphold SOPs, safety standards, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Total flight hours

CPL/ATPL license

Multi-Engine IFR

RAIC eligible

US travel eligibility

Tools

Saab type rating

Job description

About the role

As a Saab First Officer, you’ll operate regional routes throughout British Columbia with a team that prioritizes safety, professionalism, and work-life balance. Expect a mix of day and overnight pairings, with the ability to influence your schedule and pursue upgrades as you build experience.

Key duties

• Serve as a permanent full-time Saab First Officer on Vancouver-based operations.
• Operate multi-crew, multi-engine IFR flights across Pacific Coastal Airlines' BC network.
• Work varying shifts with travel away from home, including overnight assignments.
• Uphold company SOPs, safety standards, and regulatory compliance at all times.

Qualifications

• Minimum total time: 500 hours.
• Hold either a CPL with IATRA or an ATPL (IATRA completed within the preceding 18 months).
• Current Multi-Engine IFR and valid Category 1 Medical.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC).
• Eligible to travel to and from the United States without restrictions.
• Canadian citizen, Canadian permanent resident, or holder of a valid Canadian work permit.
• Able to lift 50 pounds without assistance.
• Training bond applies as per the Crew Practices Manual.

Preferred experience:

• Saab type rating.
• Multi-crew, multi-engine, IFR, or turbine time in 600/702/703/704/705 or military operations.
• Flight Instructors considered with at least 1,000 hours total time.

Compensation and benefits

• Base rate: $55.00 per credit hour.
• Minimum annual base salary: $52,800.
• Credits: At least 80 flying credits per month; overtime opportunities available.
• Per diem: $5.10 per duty hour.
• Insurance: Extended health and dental premiums paid 100% by the company; 50% of disability, life, and AD&D premiums paid by the company; coverage effective immediately upon employment.
• Additional coverage: Paramedical care, emergency out-of-country medical, vision care, short- and long-term disability, optional critical-illness insurance, and a peer-to-peer rewards program.
• Travel: Jump-seat privileges plus employee and family travel with numerous partner airlines; commuting within the airline’s network subject to hiring-process approval.
• Scheduling perks: Maximum 18 duty periods per monthly schedule (fewer with higher-credit duties), Wild Card Days, banked statutory holidays (up to three additional weeks paid time off), annual vacation, peer shift trading, and guaranteed days off.
• Career milestone: Eligible First Officers who upgrade may receive a one-time $25,000 retention bonus after completing two years as a Captain.

How to stand out

• Highlight recent IATRA completion (within 18 months) or current ATPL.
• Showcase multi-crew, multi-engine IFR, turbine, or military experience and any Saab or other relevant type ratings.
• Note eligibility for RAIC, US entry, and Canadian work authorization.