Structures AME

Heli-One; Petawawa; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits with company-mapped

RRSP matching

Growth opportunities

Pension

Spouse and dependents coverage

Job summary

Heli-One Canada is seeking a Structures AME (S or ACA rated) Engineer at our Petawawa, ON location. You will contribute to the repair and modification of aircraft components and align subassemblies in precision jigs and fixtures, with preference for CH-146 or Bell 412 experience.

Join a team that values hands-on expertise and collaboration. Applicants must hold TC AME license or military equivalent, with Type rating, and be able to obtain required security clearances.

Qualifications

• Valid Transport Canada AME 'S' type license or military equivalent.
• Current Type rating on B412 or AVN training on CH-146.
• Minimum 3 years of structures experience on helicopters.
• Able to obtain security clearance for Canadian Forces bases.
• Able to obtain clearance for Controlled Goods and Reliability.
• Willing to live near the base in Petawawa, ON.
• Legally able to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Repair and modification of aircraft components.
• Positioning and aligning subassemblies in jigs and fixtures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

Transport Canada AME S Type license

Type rating on B412

Job description

CHC provides unmatched helicopter services that enable our customers to reach beyond – to work in remote and challenging destinations that limit others – and come home safely. We are dedicated to our purpose of getting our customers where they need to be, when they need to be there, anywhere in the world – safely and reliably. All you have to do is get on board!

At CHC, we pride ourselves on our values and culture

Accountability Take pride and ownership of our actions and results.

Collaboration Working together with transparency and trust to drive continuous improvement.

Care Creating a safe and sustainable environment for all.

Integrity Doing what's right and fostering a culture of respect.

Excellence Prioritizing quality services and setting industry standards.

Are you a skilled Aircraft Maintenance Engineer with strong troubleshooting abilities, excellent attention to detail, and a hands-on approach to aircraft maintenance?

If your answer is yes, then we want to connect with you!

Join the Heli-One Canada team as an experienced Structures AME (S or ACA rated) Engineer (AVN or Transport Canada Licensed) at our Petawawa, ON location!

As a valued team member, you will play a crucial role in the repair/modification of aircraft components, as well as positioning and aligning subassemblies in jigs and fixtures. Preference will be given to AMEs with experience on CH-146 or Bell 412. We value candidates who thrive in a collaborative team environment.

Are you qualified?

• Do you hold a valid Transport Canada AME “S” Type license or military equivalent?
• Do you have a current Type rating on a B412 or Military AVN training on CH-146?
• Do you have a minimum of 3 years of structures experience on helicopters?
• Are you able to obtain security clearance to work on a Canadian Forces Military Base?
• Are you able to obtain clearance for Controlled Goods and Reliability?
• Are you willing to live near the base?
• Are you legally able to work in Canada?

Eligibility

Applicants must have the legal right to work in Canada and meet any clearance requirements relevant to the role.

Why choose Heli-One?

• Competitive base salary
  • (SCA’s range from $72,260 - $86,319)
  • (ACA’s range from $88,041 - $105,171)
• Excellent benefits package with a company matched RRSP
• Growth opportunities
• Best in class technical expertise

Why become a Full-Time Employee rather than a Contractor?

• Guaranteed pay increases each year (effective each October)
• Company-funded benefits
• Paid vacation days
• Paid statutory holidays over and above vacation days
  • Statutory holidays paid at 1.5 times the regular pay if working (13 recognized statutory holidays)
• Paid sick leave
• Coverage if you get injured on the job (STD/LTD)
• Company commitment for stable long‑term work
• Uniforms provided
• Company-matched pension
• Benefit coverage for spouse and dependents

Recruitment Process

We may commence interviews or close applications prior to the advertised closing date if suitable candidates are identified. We therefore encourage applicants to apply as early as possible.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us following the closing date, please consider that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We thank you for your interest and wish you every success in your future career endeavours.

Recruitment Agencies

We are managing this vacancy directly and are not engaging the services of recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly request that agencies do not contact us regarding this position or submit unsolicited candidate CVs. Any CVs sent without prior written agreement will be treated as direct applications and no agency fees will be payable. Thank you for your understanding.