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Our schedules reflect the workload, the Pilot Float Agreement MOU (see note below) has provisions for additional time off, as well as a normal work schedule of 10 days on / 4 days off. If you're passionate about flying and want to be part of a team that values purpose, safety, and balance, we invite you to apply.
The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.
We offer:
• a defined benefit pension plan
• maternity and parental leave top-up benefits which includes adoptive parents
• comprehensive health plan
• life and disability insurance
• flexible work arrangements
• collegial and professional work culture
• career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
• on-the-job training to support your success in the role
About the job
In this role, you will:
• perform Pilot-in-Command flight and related duties on small single engine fixed wing aircraft operating under visual flight rules
• assist clients in planning their flight requirements
• ensure the safe and efficient operation of the aircraft during all phases of flight
• be required to travel away from base, sometimes for extended periods
• be required to work overtime and to work in adverse conditions
What you bring to the team
Mandatory:
You meet the following minimum requirements:
• valid Canadian Commercial Pilot License endorsed for single engine land and sea fixed wing aircraft
• valid Category 1 Medical
• valid Restricted Radio Telephone Operator's certificate
• minimum flight experience 2000 hours total fixed wing flying time with 500 hours float experience as Pilot-in-Command
• ability to pass Canadian and U.S. transport agency security screening
• possession of a valid passport or the ability to acquire one
Technical knowledge:
• You have extensive knowledge and proficiency on float aircraft and transport flight operations
• You have knowledge of the Aeronautics Act, Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) and the Commercial Air Service Standard.
• You have knowledge of Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations.
• You have the ability to understand ministry air operations to safely operate aircraft according to regulations.
• You have an understanding of worker responsibilities as outlined in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
General skills:
• You have strong communication and interpersonal skills to deal with Nav Canada, flight services, fire and air service staff, and a wide variety of client groups.
• You have proven group leadership skills.
• You have good judgment in order to apply sound pilot decision-making.
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's
Human Rights Code and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer
accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please
contact us.Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
What we offer
Pilot Float Agreement Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)Normal work schedule is based on 10 days on / 4 days off. However, actual pilot duty assignments can vary dramatically over the course of a calendar year. Additionally, the Pilot Float Agreement provides for 5 days off on top of standard vacation allotments.