PC12 EMS First Officer

Ornge; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform Provided

Defined Contribution Plan

Personal Days

Job summary

Ornge, Ontario’s air ambulance and critical care transport provider, seeks a PC12 EMS First Officer. You will be responsible for aircraft operations, crew safety, and passenger care, flying under varied conditions and shifts across Ontario bases.

The role requires a Commercial Pilot Licence with 500 hours, IFR rating, medical clearance, and readiness to travel to the USA if needed. Competitive rewards and comprehensive benefits accompany this critical position.

Qualifications

• Requires Commercial Pilot Licence issued by Transport Canada.
• Minimum 500 hours flight experience.
• Group 1 or 3 IFR rating required.
• Valid Category 1 Medical.
• Canadian passport or ability to work in Canada with USA travel ability.
• Preference for 500 PIC time.
• A satisfactory criminal record search and immunization records.

Responsibilities

• Operate PC-12 EMS aircraft with emphasis on safety of crew and passengers.
• Adhere to all policies and Standard Operating Procedures; adapt to varying conditions and shift patterns.
• Maintain readiness to support bases beyond home base and complete company training and PPC/IFT checks.

Skills

Commercial Pilot Licence

500 flight hours

IFR rating

Medical certificate

USA travel eligibility

PIC time

Criminal record check

Job description

At Ornge, we believe that ordinary people can do extraordinary things.

Each day, we connect communities with critical care across Ontario, Canada. In the air and by land, our teams deliver equity in emergency response, uplifting the lives of those in our care .

We are excited to onboard individuals who bring energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism to our growing group of difference-makers and life-changers.

Discover Ontario, Canada, and an exciting career with Ornge.

Position Title

PC12 EMS First Officer

Department/Section

Aviation

Employment Status

Permanent Full Time

Targeted Salary Range

$ 7 7,763.97 -$ 100,516.47 /year as per Collective Bargaining Agreement (OPEIU)

Location

Sioux Lookout, Sudbury, Thunder Bay, and Timmins

The targeted salary range is supplemented by a competitive total reward s package.

Uplift Your Career at Ornge

Take your career to new heights as a professional and seasoned Fixed Wing First Officer with Ornge. We are Ontario’s air ambulance and critical care transport provider. Dedicated to innovation, timeliness and exceptional delivery of care , a dynamic, diverse, and challenging career in Aviation excellence awaits . We are: One unified team, leaders in health equity, we save lives and preserve health.

Looking for a career and being a part of meaningful , impactful, and inspiring work ? Look no further, the opportunity to join our team is here! We’ve got you covered !

C ompetitive pay

Corporate perks and discount programs

Position Summary :

PC 12 EMS First Officer s are responsible for all aspects of aircraft operation including crew and passenger safety , and must be able to fly in varying conditions, handle pressure well , and be flexible and adaptable. They are responsible for following all applicable policies and Standard Operating Procedures. Ornge aircraft are province wide resources and aviation personnel may be required to provide flight support at bases other than the home base where demand arises. All Ornge pilots are required to complete the company’s training program and successfully pass a PPC/IFT check conducted by a Transport Canada Inspector or Approved Check Pilot.

Qualifications :

• Valid C ommercial Pilot Licen c e (issued by Transport Canada)
• A m inimum of 5 00 hours of flight experience
• Group 1 or 3 IFR rating
• Valid Category 1 Medical .
• Valid Canadian Passport or ability to work in Canada and unrestricted ability to travel to the USA .
• Preference will be given to those with 500 PIC time .
• Required: A satisfactory criminal record search and I mmunization records with required vaccinations.

Hours and Location of Work :

• Pilots are required to work various shifts (standard 12 hours) and overtime, including day and night shifts and weekends in a 24/7 environment, including days, afternoons and nights on weekdays, weekends, and statutory holidays .
• During the course of their shift duties, p ilots are occasionally required to overnight away from their home base .
• Successful candidates must live or be willing to relocate within close proximity to the assigned base location, and reside or have a location that permits compliance with the CARs rest requirements between shifts and allows for arrival at their assigned base within 1.0 hour of callout when on an on-call shift; and
• Employees may be required to use respiratory protective equipment, and they shall co-operate in attaining an effective fit of the equipment and in particular, be clean shaven to ensure an effective facial seal to provide for the health and safety of all employees.

Total Rewards :

• Comprehensive H ealth, D ental and V ision B enefit P lan.
• Uniform Provided.
• 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Defined Contribution Plan .
• Three Paid Personal Days.
• V acation time starting at 7 shifts (pro-rated) in the first year and 10 shifts in the second year.
• PERKS! Employee Promotional Programs relating to personal phone plans, furniture, home / car insurance , travel, fitness, attractions and more!

At Ornge, we are:

• Community connectors.
• Equity in healthcare.
• Strong in our convictions.
• Proud of the services we provide.
• Uplifting in our mission, values, and services.

You can expect us to be:

• Competitive in pay, benefits, vacation time and more.
• Promoters of diversity.
• Champions of inclusivity and accessibility.
• Committed to your career advancement.
• A tight-knit, supportive culture.

A bit about you:

• You are driven by our collective desire to make a difference.
• Excited by problem solving and excels at in-the-moment decision making.
• Teamwork has always been where you thrive.
• You are ready to put your skills into action in a fast-paced environment.

What’s next:

• On apply, we’ll send you an email on how to check your application status within Jobvite.
• Ornge is committed to providing accessible accommodations in compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email us at [e-mail] .
• Ornge encourages applications from candidates identifying as a member of a traditionally underrepresented group including First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous peoples; Francophone persons; Black and racialized persons; members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; and persons with disabilities.
• Ornge communicates with candidates for job openings by email and does not incorporate AI technology in its recruitment process. Applicants are responsible to check their email for updates and ensure they can receive messages from unfamiliar senders. W e send time-sensitive information via email; it is important for applicants to check their email frequently. If we do not receive a response from applicants, we will assume that they are no longer interested in the position, resulting in the removal of their application from the competition.
• Learn more by visiting www.ornge.ca/wpilot
• Note: Ornge Air does not require a training bond

Are you ready to pursue a career that has a profound impact on communities across Ontario, Canada? Join us .
Ornge. Lives uplifted.