Rotor Wing First Officer at Ornge

Ornge; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 92,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Uniform provided

Defined contribution plan

Personal days

Job summary

Ornge in Ontario is seeking a Rotor Wing First Officer to join our aviation team. The role is permanent, full-time, on-site with base options in Kenora and Thunder Bay, Ontario.

Salary ranges from CAD 92,408 to CAD 100,516 per year under the current collective agreement. Pilots must meet professional flight requirements and complete Ornge training, with daily duties including flight operations, planning, and safety procedures across a 24/7 environment.

Qualifications

• Valid commercial rotor-wing (H) license.
• 500 rotary-wing hours completed.
• Night rating is required.
• Group 4 Instrument Rating required.
• ATPL exams completed.
• Valid Canadian passport or eligibility to work in Canada and travel to USA.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pilot-in-Command with flight planning and aircraft preparation.
• Carry out duties to support safe operation of rotor-wing aircraft.
• Follow all SOPs and training requirements.

Skills

Commercial rotor-wing license

500 flight hours

Night rating

Group 4 Instrument Rating

ATPL exams completed

Passport to travel USA

Job description

Apply for Rotor Wing First Officer at Ornge in Thunder Bay, ON, CA. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Rotor Wing First Officer Reference #: 2026-122.

Strong. Proud. Uplifting. 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 Details

• Title: Rotor Wing First Officer
• Department/Section: Aviation
• Employment Status: Permanent Full Time
• Salary: $92,408.19 - $100,516.47 (as per Collective Bargaining Agreement effective January 1, 2026)
• Location: Kenora & Thunder Bay
• Reporting To: Chief Pilot, Rotor Wing
• Posting Open Date: September 25, 2026
• Posting Close Date: October 16, 2026

Position Summary

Rotor Wing Pilots are responsible for all aspects of aircraft operation, must be able to fly in varying conditions, handle pressure well and be flexible and adaptable. 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 Transport Canada PPC. They are responsible for following all applicable policies and Standard Operating Procedures.

The Second-in-Command (SIC) assists the Pilot-in-Command with the flight planning and Aircraft preparation as directed by the Pilot-in-Command. They are responsible to the Pilot-in-Command for carrying out specific duties in connection with the operation of the aircraft assigned.

Qualifications

• Valid commercial Rotary-wing (H) License.
• 500 Rotary-wing hours.
• Completed ATPL Exams.
• Valid Group 4 Instrument Rating.
• Night Rating.
• Valid Class 1 Medical.
• An AW-139 Type Rating and EMS experience is desirable.
• Ability to successfully complete the Controlled Goods Security Assessment Application for Night Vision Goggle purposes.
• Valid Canadian Passport or ability to work in Canada and ability to travel to the USA.
• Immunization records with required vaccinations.
• NOTE: Candidates that do not possess a Group 4 Instrument Rating and/or a Night Rating, may be provided with a conditional offer of employment contingent on successful completion of all requirements necessary for the issuance of a Transport Canada Group 4 Instrument Rating and/or Night Rating as detailed in the Commercial Air Service Standard (CASS) 421.42 (2) and 421.46 (2) (a) (b).
• Once employed and all Company training has been completed successfully, the employee will be reimbursed up to a maximum of $30,000.00 CAD for completion of training required for the issuance of the Transport Canada Group 4 Instrument Rating and/or Night Rating. This reimbursement will be divided into two payments, up to $15,000.00 CAD after completion of one year of service and up to an additional $15,000.00 CAD after completion of two years of service.

Hours and Location of Work

Pilots are required to work various shifts 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, Pilots will be 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 arrival at their assigned base within one- and one-half hour of callout when on an on-call shift.

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 Health, Dental and Vision Benefit Plan.
• Uniform Provided.
• Defined Contribution Plan.
• Three Paid Personal Days.
• 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Accrued vacation time starting at three weeks per year.
• Employee Promotional Programs relating to personal phone plans, furniture, home/car insurance, travel, fitness, attractions and more!

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.

Ornge is committed to providing accessible accommodations in compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email [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. We 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.

Note: Ornge Air does not offer training bonds to employees.

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