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 and expertise ranging from aircraft management to charter, maintenance, and aircraft sales, at 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 key values guide us daily and contribute to our reputation as a leader in aviation services. Skyservice is a team fully dedicated to supporting and developing its personnel. If you wish 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 you need. 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 clients, expanding our footprint and name in America. We are focused on excellence and fully dedicated to supporting and developing our teams!

OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION:

The Chief Pilot supervises 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 flight crew members meet the regulatory requirements applicable to their designated duties.
• Provide leadership, supervision, coaching, and performance management of 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 for new routes and aerodromes, evaluate 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 regarding aircraft operations.
• Process, analyze, and follow up on mission, accident, incident, and operational event reports.
• Monitor the progress of pilots on probation 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 focus on the flow of information.
• Ensure that all pilots comply with the company 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), and 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 Subpart 704 or 705 of the CARs is strongly desired.
• Be qualified under the company training program to act as pilot-in-command on one of the operated aircraft types.
• Demonstrate 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 to perform the duties 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.
• Demonstrate 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 health and personal days
• Employee referral program
• Years of service awards