Helicopter Captain / First Officer - Air Ambulance Operations

6w1 month ago

Canadian Helicopters

Halifax, CA · Full-time · C$80,000 – C$120,000

About this role

Canadian Helicopters, Canada's largest helicopter operator since 1947, is seeking a Captain and First Officer for the S76 to support our Air Ambulance Operations in Halifax, Nova Scotia. This is an elite crew opportunity within a company that operates nearly 100 single and multi-engine aircraft across over 20 locations nationwide.

In this role, you will perform IFR flights in challenging and rapidly changing environments, working closely with our customer to respond efficiently to aircraft tasking while maintaining a high level of safety. You will coordinate and communicate effectively between crew and dispatch, and carry out all duties assigned by the Chief Pilot or Base Manager.

You will join a team of passionate, committed people who enjoy surpassing themselves, working in a dynamic environment full of opportunities. The organizational culture is based on fundamental principles, and you will be part of an employer of choice offering competitive working conditions.

This position offers a unique occasion to grow professionally in a dynamic environment. You will be based out of Halifax, NS, on a shift schedule, not a touring position, with the chance to further your career as part of a growing team.

Requirements

Must be willing to relocate to Halifax, Nova Scotia
Valid Canadian passport or valid authorization to work in Canada and to travel to USA (no sponsorship available)
Valid Class 1 Medical
Ability to successfully complete the Controlled Goods Security assessment application for NVG purposes
Immunization records with required vaccinations are mandatory
Captain: Valid and unrestricted Transport Canada ATPL(H) License; minimum 2000 hours rotary wing flight time; minimum 500 hours PIC including 200 hours multi-engine; minimum 2 years IFR flight operations experience with actual IFR flight hours as PIC
First Officer: Valid ATPL or passed ATPL written exams within previous 12 months; valid Commercial Rotary-wing License; 500 hours rotary-wing time; Transport Canada Group IV Instrument rating; unrestricted Night Rating

Responsibilities

Act as Captain or First Officer as per Company operation standards
Perform IFR flights in challenging and rapidly changing environments
Work closely with our customer and respond efficiently to aircraft tasking while maintaining a high level of safety
Coordinate and communicate effectively between crew and dispatch
Carry out all duties assigned by the Chief Pilot or Base Manager
Support air ambulance operations in Halifax, Nova Scotia