pilot - air transport

www.canadainternational.gc.ca - Jobboard; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 93,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled pilots to operate fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters in a dynamic environment. This role involves ensuring safe and efficient flight operations, conducting pre-flight checks, and coordinating with ground crews and air traffic control. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in aviation, hold necessary licenses, and be prepared for a physically demanding role. With competitive compensation and a range of benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to essential transport services in rural areas. If you are passionate about aviation and ready for a challenging yet rewarding career, this is the job for you.

Benefits

Medical exam

Criminal record check

Airport security clearance

Disability benefits

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Maternity and parental benefits

Travel insurance

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Must hold a Commercial Pilot Licence and Airline Pilot Transport Licence.
• 2-3 years of flying experience required.

Responsibilities

• Fly fixed wing aircrafts or helicopters and monitor systems during flight.
• Conduct pre-flight inspections and ensure weight specifications are met.

Skills

Flight Operations

Aircraft Systems Monitoring

Emergency Response

Flight Coordination

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Fixed Wing Aircraft

Helicopters

Job description

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• Salary 93,000 to 110,000 annually (To be negotiated) / 40 to 45 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Overtime, On Call, Flexible Hours, To be determined, Early Morning, Morning
• Starts as soon as possible
• Source Job Bank #3299729

Overview

Languages

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

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

• Government transport
• Bush pilot operation
• Confined spaces
• Dangerous

Work setting

• Rural area
• Staff accommodation available
• Staff accommodation provided
• Various locations
• Willing to relocate

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Fly fixed wing aircrafts or helicopters
• Monitor operation of engine and aircraft systems during flight
• 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Commercial Pilot Licence - fixed wing
• Airline Pilot Transport Licence - fixed wing
• Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Licence
• Multi-instrument Flight Rating

Experience and specialization

• Small jet airplane

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Airport security clearance
• Medical exam

Transportation/travel information

• Vehicle supplied by employer
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel regularly
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• 20/20 vision
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Overtime required
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Disability benefits
• Paramedical services coverage
• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• On-site housing options
• Other benefits
• Travel insurance
• Variable or compressed work week
• Wellness program

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-05-20

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