Chief Pilot

SKYSERVICE BUSINESS AVIATION Skyservice is North America's leader in business aviation. Focused on the key principles of safety and excellence, we offer a comprehensive support experience, services and expertise ranging from aircraft management and chartering to aircraft maintenance and sales, across our aeronautical service terminals at airports in Canada and the United States. People and values are inseparable assets that drive our commitment to quality, safety, respect and efficiency. These core values guide us daily and contribute to our reputation as leaders in aviation services. Skyservice is a team fully dedicated to supporting and developing its personnel. If you want to advance your career and join a team determined to go further and aim higher in business aviation, the Skyservice family of companies is the team for you. Get to know us: https://www.skyservice.com/fr

A bright future for you at Skyservice: At Skyservice, we continue to grow and provide high quality service to our customers, expanding our footprint and name in America. We are focused on excellence and are fully dedicated to supporting and developing our teams!

JOB OBJECTIVE:

The Chief Pilot oversees flight crew members, including pilots and flight attendants, to ensure the highest standards of safety, regulatory compliance, professionalism and operational efficiency. This role works closely with the Flight Operations and Maintenance teams to support the smooth execution of flight operations while ensuring compliance with company policies and Transport Canada requirements.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain safe and efficient Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring that, wherever possible, aircraft operating procedures reflect a high degree of standardization and uniformity across all operated aircraft types.
• Ensure that flight crew members meet the regulatory requirements applicable to their designated duties.
• Provide leadership, supervision, coaching and performance management to flight crew members to ensure the safe, compliant, professional and uniform execution of their responsibilities in accordance with company policies, SOPs, the Commercial Operations Manual and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Prepare technical data relating to new routes and aerodromes, assess their operational suitability and provide the required training prior to their commissioning.
• Keep aircraft operating manuals and Minimum Equipment Lists (MEL) up to date.
• Issue directives, notices and operational bulletins to flight crew members concerning aircraft operations.
• Process, analyze and follow up on mission, accident, incident and operational event reports.
• Monitor the progress of probationary pilots and make recommendations to the Director of Flight Operations regarding their performance and continued employment.
• Support the Safety Management System (SMS) as needed, with a particular emphasis on information flow.
• Ensure that all pilots comply with the company's security policy.

TRAINING AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Hold a valid Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL), a valid Instrument Rating (IFR) for an aircraft subject to Subpart 4 of Part VII of the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs), as well as a valid medical certificate in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Hold a type rating on at least one of the operated aircraft types, where applicable.
• Possess a minimum of three (3) years of experience as a pilot-in-command on a commuter aircraft, as defined in paragraph 1.1.2 of the Commercial Operations Manual (COM).
• Prior management experience in a commercial aviation environment governed by Subparts 704 or 705 of the CARs is highly desirable.
• Be qualified under the company training program to act as pilot-in-command on one of the operated aircraft types.
• Demonstrate an excellent knowledge of the Commercial Operations Manual, SOPs and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrate to the Minister sufficient knowledge of the Commercial Operations Manual, training manuals, standard operating procedures, the company check pilot manual (if applicable), and the regulations and standards necessary for the exercise of the functions and responsibilities of the position.
• A Chief Pilot qualified under Subpart 5 of Part VII of the CARs may also act as Chief Pilot for Subpart 4 operations of Part VII within the company.
• A Chief Pilot qualified under Subpart 4 or Subpart 5 of Part VII of the CARs may also act as Chief Pilot for Subpart 3 operations of Part VII within the company.
• Maintain a record free of accidents, incidents or regulatory infractions.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, coaching and mentoring skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in high-pressure operational environments.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Show sound judgment, professionalism and emotional intelligence.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead effectively in a context of change and operational complexity.

Benefits: Here are some of the perks and benefits we offer:

• Employer matching RRSP contributions
• Health care, vision care and dental care plans
• Paid vacations
• Paid sick leave and personal days
• Employee referral program
• Service awards

Skyservice is an equal opportunity employer and all interested candidates are welcome. If, for any reason, you cannot apply via our job site, please contact a member of our human resources team for special arrangements.