Instructor -

Job description

Select Aviation College is seeking a Chief Helicopter Pilot (702/703) and Flight Instructor (Class 2) at its Gatineau–Ottawa Executive Airport campus. As Chief Pilot – 702/703 Operations: - Supervise helicopter pilots and uphold professional standards - Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and flight policies (MANEX) - Ensure operations comply with Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) and Transport Canada standards - Plan initial and recurrent pilot training, Pilot Competency Checks (PCCs), and operational audits - Review incident and safety reports, coordinate corrective actions - Mentor and evaluate flight crews - Maintain training records, flight logs, and regulatory documentation - Contribute to Safety Management System (SMS) implementation - Participate in selection, qualification, and onboarding of new pilots - Represent the company with Transport Canada on operational compliance matters - Provide technical advice for special operations As Flight Instructor – Class 2: - Deliver theoretical and practical training for helicopter pilot permits and licenses (private, commercial, instructor) - Prepare and conduct ground school, pre-flight briefings, and post-flight debriefings - Supervise Class 4 instructors and ensure consistent training quality - Assess student performance and monitor progress - Maintain Pilot Training Records (PTRs) and evaluation reports - Prepare students for flight tests per TP 3077 and TP 14728 standards Requirements: - Valid Commercial Helicopter Pilot License (CPL-H) - Valid Class 2 Flight Instructor Rating (Helicopter) - Minimum 500 hours as Pilot-in-Command on helicopters - Experience in crew supervision, management, and pilot training - Strong knowledge of Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs), Standards 421, 722, and 723 - Knowledge of aerodynamics, aircraft performance, meteorology, and human factors

Additional requirements

• Valid Class 2 Flight Instructor Rating (Helicopter) required
• Experience in crew supervision, management, and pilot training
• Evening and weekend availability required
• On-site position

Compensation and Benefits

• 4 weeks of winter vacation
• 12 paid statutory holidays
• 5 personal leave days (3 paid)
• Up to 10 paid medical leave days
• Parental leave available
• Medical, dental, and vision care insurance
• Basic life insurance (100% of annual salary)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Critical illness insurance (up to CAD $10,000)
• Travel insurance
• RRSP+ / Access to the FTQ Solidarity Fund

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