Management - AW145

Job description

STARS is seeking a Chief Pilot at any one of their bases in the Aviation department. This is a full-time management position that includes a minimum 0.3 FTE Line Captain and/or Training Captain schedule. Key Responsibilities: - Maintain professional standards among flight crew - Develop, implement, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) - Oversee all required training programs for flight crew - Issue operational directives and notices as required - Review, process, and action crew reports; provide direct supervision and mentorship to flight crew - Additional responsibilities as delegated by the VP Aviation (Operations Manager) Education & Related Credentials: - Current Canadian ATPL(H) and valid Group 4 Instrument Rating - Qualified as Pilot-in-Command on the Airbus H145 or able to achieve qualification through the STARS training program - Flight Instructor, Training Captain, and/or Transport Canada Authorized Check Pilot designation - Completion of a Transport Canada-approved Crew Resource Management (CRM) course - Experience in IFR EMS or similar rotary-wing operations - Proven experience developing and maintaining pilot training programs - Mountain flying certification and Night Vision Goggle (NVG) operational experience - Meets or exceeds Chief Pilot qualifications as outlined in Canadian Aviation Regulations and CASS 723.07 - Strong background in multi-engine IFR, EMS, and NVG operations - 2,500 hours PIC rotary-wing - 250 hours PIC within the previous three years - 500 hours PIC multi-engine helicopter - 300 hours combined IFR/night - 100 hours on a STARS-operated aircraft type Qualifications & Requirements: - Previous aviation management experience, preferably in a complex operational environment - Eligible for Transport Canada approval as Chief Pilot in accordance with Canadian Aviation Regulations and CASS 723.07 - Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills - Proven conflict resolution, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Demonstrated resilience, adaptability, and effectiveness in high-pressure environments - Commitment to continuous learning and operational excellence - Sound judgment, accountability, and strong situational awareness - All STARS Pilot roles are physically demanding and require overall strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular capabilities

Additional requirements

• Position may be based at any one of the six STARS bases
• Flight Instructor, Training Captain, and/or Transport Canada Authorized Check Pilot designation
• Completion of a Transport Canada-approved Crew Resource Management (CRM) course
• Experience in IFR EMS or similar rotary-wing operations
• Proven experience developing and maintaining pilot training programs
• Mountain flying certification and Night Vision Goggle (NVG) operational experience
• Meets or exceeds Chief Pilot qualifications as outlined in the Canadian Aviation Regulations and Commercial Air Service Standards (CASS 723.07)
• Eligible for Transport Canada approval as Chief Pilot in accordance with the Canadian Aviation Regulations and CASS 723.07
• Previous aviation management experience
• Strong background in multi-engine IFR, EMS, and NVG operations
• Physically demanding role with bona fide occupational requirements including physical standards; personal protective equipment required

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary tailored to education and experience
• Comprehensive organization-paid health and dental benefits
• Free parking

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