Role Overview:
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced helicopter pilot who wants the best of both worlds: meaningful, high-standard flying and true lifestyle balance. As a Bell 429 Captain based in Halifax (YHZ), you9ll operate a modern aircraft in a premium, client-focused environment where your judgment, professionalism, and leadership are genuinely valued. It9s an ideal fit for a proactive, mature pilot who takes pride in safety, service, and ownership of the operation, and who is ready to bring their experience to a growing aviation team where their impact will be visible.
What You9ll Do:
- Operate as Pilot-in-Command on a Bell 429, based out of Halifax (YHZ), ensuring all flights are conducted with the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and operational excellence.
- Deliver a premium client experience, acting as the face of the company and building strong, trusted relationships with high-value clientele.
- Collaborate closely with the Flight Coordination Centre and Sales teams to ensure seamless execution of all mission requirements and service expectations.
- Support operational readiness on reserve days, contributing to a reliable and responsive flight operation.
- Contribute to a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement across the operation.
What You Bring:
- Canadian Airline Transport Pilot License - Helicopter or Commercial Pilot License (CPL).
- Group 4 Instrument Rating.
- Valid Transport Canada Medical Category 1.
- Canadian Radio Telephone License.
- Minimum of 2500 hours total flight time.
- Minimum 1000 multi-engine PIC hours, turbine time is preferred.
- Ability to lift up to 60Ibs.
- Hands-on experience with flight management systems and glass cockpits.
- Strong understanding of aviation weather, airport performance, flight plan calculations, fuel planning and weight and balance.
- Expert knowledge of the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) and SMS safety practices.
- Strong client service mindset with the ability to build effective relationships.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized, adaptable, and able to perform in a fast-paced, flexible scheduling environment
Why Chartright?
- Make an Impact: Help shape the future of a growing aviation company.
- Be Part of a Winning Team: Work with talented professionals who value collaboration and excellence.
- Drive Change: Contribute to our ongoing transformation and growth, using your unique skills to improve processes and deliver results.
- Grow Your Career: Access opportunities for personal and professional development.
- Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package, including 100% company-paid extended health and dental coverage.
- Employee Perks: We offer a variety of partnerships, offering discounts for employees and their families.
- Plan Ahead: Benefit from our generous RRSP/DPSP matching program.
Our Values in Action:
We Love What We Do
Passionate about aviation, we craft exceptional experiences with precision and pride.
We Explore with Intention
We are energized by the pursuit of better. With curiosity and purpose, we seek new ideas, challenge assumptions, and continuously improve how we serve our clients and each other.
We Are a Team
We are a coordinated and resourceful team that embraces a healthy debate culture, encouraging open dialogue and diverse perspectives.
We Are Client-Driven
We strive to anticipate and exceed client expectations, internally and externally, delivering personalized, seamless journeys that create lasting impressions.
We Grow Together
We are committed to continuous growth - for our people and our organization. We invest in learning, embrace challenges as opportunities, and celebrate developing talent from within.
9Ready to take off with us? Apply today and help shape the future of aviation. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
