Piper Navajo First Officer (Direct Entry) – Air Ambulance & Charter

SkyCare; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Long-term disability

EFAP

Group RRSP

Job summary

Pilot Assessments is seeking a commercially rated pilot to join a dynamic, multi-mission Flight Operations team in Canada. You will contribute to time‑critical air ambulance flights and diverse charter operations across North America, while sharpening decision‑making, crew coordination, and IFR proficiency.

The role emphasizes ongoing training, mentorship, and clear progression pathways within Flight Operations for career growth.

Qualifications

• 800+ hours total flight time.
• Valid Transport Canada CPL with Group 1 Multi-Engine IFR.
• Valid Transport Canada Category 1 Medical Certificate.
• Eligible for international travel, including entry into the United States.
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check completed within the last 30 days.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada and able to maintain status.
• Able to lift/carry up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Piper Navajo in a multi-crew environment, prioritizing safety and SOP compliance.
• Fly scheduled and unscheduled multi-engine IFR missions supporting air ambulance and charter services across North America and the Caribbean.
• Collaborate with Operations Control, Dispatch, Maintenance, and medical flight crews to deliver safe, efficient missions.
• Adapt to northern, remote, Arctic, and urban operating environments and changing conditions with professionalism.
• Participate in ongoing training, mentorship, and skill development with opportunities for advancement within Flight Operations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety-focused

Adaptability

Education

Transport Canada CPL with Group 1 Multi-Engine IFR

Transport Canada Category 1 Medical

Job description

The Opportunity

Step into a dynamic multi‑mission environment where no two days are the same. You’ll support time‑critical air ambulance flights and diverse charter operations while developing advanced decision‑making, crew coordination, and IFR proficiency. With ongoing training and clear progression pathways within Flight Operations, this is an ideal next step for a commercially rated pilot ready to grow.

What You’ll Do

• Operate the Piper Navajo in a multi‑crew environment alongside experienced Captains, prioritizing safety and SOP compliance.
• Fly scheduled and unscheduled multi‑engine IFR missions supporting air ambulance and charter services across North America and the Caribbean.
• Collaborate closely with Operations Control, Dispatch, Maintenance, and medical flight crews to deliver safe, efficient missions.
• Adapt to northern, remote, Arctic, and urban operating environments and changing conditions with professionalism and composure.
• Participate in ongoing training, mentorship, and skill development with opportunities for advancement within Flight Operations.

What You Bring

• Minimums: 800+ hours total flight time.
• Licensing: Valid Transport Canada CPL with Group 1 Multi‑Engine Instrument Rating.
• Medical: Valid Transport Canada Category 1 Medical Certificate.
• Travel Eligibility: Ability to meet international travel requirements, including entry into the United States.
• Background Check: Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check completed within the last 30 days.
• Work Authorization: Legally entitled to work in Canada and able to maintain valid authorization throughout employment.
• Physical Requirement: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Competencies

• Strong teamwork and communication skills; thrives in a multi‑crew, SOP‑driven environment.
• Calm under pressure with sound judgement and a safety‑first mindset.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to recurrent training and continuous professional development.

Benefits & Growth

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
• Hands‑on operational exposure and clear career progression within Flight Operations.
• Extended health, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability insurance.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Group Retirement Savings Plan.