Fixed Wing Captain

  • Thunder Bay
  • Ornge
Position Summary : Fixed Wing Pilots at Ornge are responsible for all aspects of aircraft operation of the Pilatus PC12 aircraft as well as the safety of the crew and all persons on board the aircraft. Fixed Wing Pilots 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 have successfully passed a PPC/IFT check conducted by a Transport Canada Inspector or Approved Check Pilot. They are responsible for following all applicable policies and procedures and carrying out duties as assigned. Qualifications: Valid Canadian ATPL;2000 hours Total Time;500 hours Pilot in Command Time;Current IFR (minimum Category 3); Valid Class 1 Medical;Prior PC12 and EMS experience is desirable;Valid Canadian Passport or ability to work in Canada and ability to travel to the USA;A criminal record search is a requirement for this position; andImmunization records with required vaccinations is a requirement for this position.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 may be required to overnight away from their home base;Successful candidates must live or be willing to relocate to within close proximity of the assigned base location, and reside or have a location that permits compliance with the CARs rest requirements between shifts, and allows for arrival at their assigned base within 1.0 hour of callout when on an on-call shift; andEmployees may be required to use respiratory protective equipment. 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.At Ornge, we are:Community connectorsEquity in healthcareStrong in our convictionsProud of the services we provideUplifting in our mission, values, and servicesYou can expect us to be:Promoters of diversityChampions of inclusion and accessibilityCommitted to your career advancementA tight-knit cultureCompetitive in pay, benefits, vacation time, and moreA bit about you:You’re driven by the desire to make a differenceExcited by problem solving, you excel at in-the-moment decision makingTeamwork has always been where you thriveYou’re ready to put your skills into action in a fast-paced environment