Base Pilot (Fort McMurray)

Canadian Helicopters$80K — $120K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid Transport Canada Commercial Rotary-wing Licence required
  • Canadian Pilot Licence - Helicopter (CPL-H) mandatory
  • Authorization to work in Canada; no sponsorship available
  • Minimum of 1500 hours of Rotary-wing flying experience
  • Endorsement on AS350 aircraft
  • Willingness to long-line required
  • Drill move experience is a plus
  • Good communication skills in English
  • Team player with a positive attitude
  • Customer-focused with a driven mindset
  • Local residency in Fort McMurray, Alberta or willingness to relocate essential.

Responsibilities

  • Pilot flights according to operational standards
  • Perform other relevant duties associated with the role.

Benefits

  • Flexible benefits program
  • Comprehensive dental and medical coverage
  • Life insurance included
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Pension plan offerings.
Full Job Description
Company Description

Canadian Helicopters is a helicopter transportation service, maintenance support and flight training company. In business since 1947, Canadian Helicopters is Canada's largest helicopter operator with over 20 locations across the country and a fleet of nearly 100 single and multi-engine aircrafts.

Job Description
  • Act as a pilot as per operation standard;
  • Any other responsibility related to the position.


Qualifications
  • Must hold a valid Transport Canada Commercial Rotary-wing Licence;
  • Canadian Pilot Licence - Helicopter (CPL-H) required;
  • Must hold the authorization to work in Canada, this position is not available for sponsorship;
  • Minimum of 1500 hours of Rotary-wing experience.
  • Endorsement on AS350;
  • Must be willing to long-line.
  • Drill move experience will be considered an asset;
  • Good communication skills (English);
  • Team player;
  • Positive attitude;
  • Driven to succeed;
  • Customer focus;
  • Must live in the area of Fort McMurray, Alberta or be willing to relocate to the area.


Additional Information

We offer a flexible benefits program that include a complete dental and medical protection, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance and a pension plan.

Canadian Helicopters Limited is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities.

For more information, we invite you to visit our website: www.canadianhelicopters.com

Follow us on LinkedIn:https://ca.linkedin.com/company/canadian-helicopters-limited

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There has never been a better time to join Canadian Helicopters, a premier provider of helicopter services in Canada. As a leader in the aviation industry, Canadian Helicopters offers a range of job opportunities that promise professional growth and innovation in a dynamic environment.

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Be part of the largest group of aviation experts in Canada—professionals dedicated to innovation and excellence in helicopter services. Deliver solutions that make a real difference in the communities served by Canadian Helicopters, from remote medical evacuations to critical firefighting support.

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Work alongside skilled professionals and benefit from a culture that supports diversity, leadership, and continuous learning. Canadian Helicopters offers a workplace where every team member’s contribution is valued and where every individual has the opportunity to excel.

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