Chief Pilot

Description

SKYSERVICE BUSINESS AVIATION Skyservice is the North American leader in business aviation. Focused on the key principles of safety and excellence, we offer a complete service support experience and expertise ranging from aircraft management to charter, maintenance, and aircraft sales, at our airport aviation service terminals across 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 leaders in aviation services. Skyservice is a team 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 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 dedicated to supporting and developing our teams! JOB OBJECTIVE:

The Chief Pilot supervises flight crew members, including pilots and flight attendants, to ensure the highest standards in 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 adherence to company policies and Transport Canada requirements.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain safe and efficient standard operating procedures (SOPs), ensuring that, whenever possible, aircraft operating procedures reflect a high degree of standardization and uniformity across all aircraft types operated.
• 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 consistent execution of their responsibilities in accordance with company policies, SOPs, Commercial Operations Manual, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Prepare technical data related to new routes and aerodromes, assess their operational suitability, and provide required training before their implementation.
• Keep aircraft operating manuals and Minimum Equipment Lists (MEL) up to date.
• Issue operational directives, notices, and 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) program as needed, with a particular focus on information flow.
• Ensure all pilots comply with the company's security policy.

REQUIRED TRAINING AND SKILLS:

• Hold a valid Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL), a valid Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) rating 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 aircraft types operated, if applicable.
• Possess a minimum of three (3) years of experience as Captain on a regional transport (commuter) aircraft, as defined in paragraph 1.1.2 of the Commercial Operations Manual (COM).
• Previous management experience in a commercial aviation environment governed by CARs Subparts 704 or 705 is highly desired.
• Be qualified under the company's training program to act as Captain on one of the aircraft types operated.
• 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, company check pilot manual (if applicable), as well as the regulations and standards necessary for the exercise of 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 of Part VII operations 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 of Part VII operations 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.
• Exhibit 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 extras and benefits we offer:

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

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