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 service support experience and expertise ranging from aircraft management to chartering, maintenance, and aircraft sales, at our aviation 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 leaders in aviation services. Skyservice is a team fully dedicated to supporting and developing its staff. 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 clients, expanding our footprint and name across America. We are focused on excellence and entirely dedicated to supporting and developing our teams!

OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION:

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 in close collaboration 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 to flight crew members to guarantee 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 before they enter service.
• Keep aircraft operating manuals and Minimum Equipment Lists (MELs) 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 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 the flow of information.
• Ensure that all pilots comply with the company security policy.

REQUIRED TRAINING AND SKILLS:

• 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 CARs Subparts 704 or 705 is highly desirable.
• Be qualified under the company training program to act as a 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 CARs Part VII Subpart 5 may also act as Chief Pilot for Part VII Subpart 4 operations within the company.
• A Chief Pilot qualified under CARs Part VII Subpart 4 or Subpart 5 may also act as Chief Pilot for Part VII Subpart 3 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.
• Display 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, vision, and dental care plans
• Paid vacation
• Paid health 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 through our employment site, please contact a member of our human resources team for special arrangements.