ROTOR WING FIRST OFFICER
Reference #:2025-44
Strong. Proud. Uplifting.
At Ornge, we believe that ordinary people can do extraordinary things.
Each day, we connect communities with critical care across Ontario, Canada. In the air and by land, our teams deliver equity in emergency response, uplifting the lives of those in our care.
We are excited to onboard individuals who bring energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism to our growing group of difference-makers and life-changers.
Discover Ontario, Canada, and an exciting career with Ornge.
Position Title | Rotor Wing First Officer |
Department/Section | Aviation |
Employment Status | Permanent Full Time |
Rotor Wing First Officer Total Salary Range + Employer Contributions + Benefits | As Per Collective Bargaining Agreement Effective January 1, 2025: approximately$115,489.02 to $125,056.20 per annum |
Location | Moosonee |
Reporting To | Chief Pilot, Rotor Wing |
Posting Open Date | March 28, 2025 |
Posting Close Date | May 2, 2025 |
** Visit ourrecruitment website for more informationincluding compensation, benefits, training, and more!www.ornge.ca/rwpilot**
Uplifting Your Career at Ornge
Take your career to new heights as a professionalRotor Wing First Officerwith Ornge. We are Ontario’s air ambulance and critical care transport provider. Dedicated to innovation, timeliness and exceptionaldelivery ofcare, adynamic,diverse,and challenging career in Aviationexcellenceawaits.
We are: Oneunifiedteam, leaders inhealthequity, we save lives and preserve health.
Looking to be a part ofmeaningful, impactful, and inspiringwork?
Meet our requirements?Interview guaranteed.We’ve got you covered fromcompetitive pay, comprehensive benefits, andpremiumpension programso what are you waiting for?Apply today.
Position Summary:
Rotor Wing Pilots are responsible for all aspects of aircraft operation, must be able to fly in varying conditions, handle pressure well and be flexible and adaptable.Ornge aircraft are province wide resources and aviation personnel may be required to provide flight support at bases other than the home base where demand arises.All Ornge pilots are required to complete the company’s training program and successfully pass a Transport Canada PPC. They are responsible for following all applicable policies and Standard Operating Procedures. The Second-in-Command (SIC) assists the Pilot-in-Command with the flight planning and Aircraft preparation as directed by the Pilot-in-Command. They are responsible to the Pilot-in-Command for carrying out specific duties in connection with the operation of the aircraft assigned.
Qualifications:
- Valid commercial Rotary-wing (H)License.
- 500 Rotary-winghours.
- Completed ATPLExams.
- Valid Group 4 Instrument Rating.*[Please see note below]
- Night Rating.*[Please see note below]
- Valid Class 1Medical.
- An AW-139 Type Rating and EMS experience isdesirable.
- Ability to successfully complete the Controlled Goods Security Assessment Application for Night Vision Gogglepurposes.
- Valid Canadian Passport or ability to work in Canada and ability to travel to the USA.
- Immunization records with required vaccinations.
*NOTE:Candidates that do not possess a Group 4 Instrument Ratingand/or a Night Rating,may be provided with a conditional offerofemployment contingent onsuccessful completion of all requirements necessary for the issuance of a Transport Canada Group 4 Instrument Ratingand/or Night Ratingas detailed in the Commercial Air Service Standard (CASS)421.42 (2) and421.46 (2) (a) (b).Once employed and allCompanytraininghas been completedsuccessfully, the employee will be reimbursedup to a maximum of $30,000.00 CAD for completion of training required for the issuance oftheTransport Canada Group 4 Instrument Ratingand/or Night Rating. This reimbursement will be divided into two payments, up to $15,000.00 CAD after completion of one year of service and up to an additional $15,000.00 CAD after completion of two years of service.
Hours and Location of Work:
- Pilots are required to work various shifts and overtime, including day and night shifts and weekends in a 24/7 environment, including days, afternoons and nights on weekdays, weekends, and statutory holidays.
- During the course of their shift duties, Pilots will be required to overnight away from their home base.
- Successful candidates must live or be willing to relocate within close proximity to the assigned base location and reside or have a location that permits compliance with the CARs rest requirements between shifts and allows arrival at their assigned base within one- and one-half hour of callout when on an on-call shift.
- Employees may be required to use respiratory protective equipment and they shall co-operate in attaining an effective fit of the equipment and in particular, be clean-shaven to ensure an effective facial seal to provide for the health and safety of all employees.
Total Rewards:
- ComprehensiveHealth,Dental andVisionBenefitPlan.
- Uniform Provided.
- Defined Contribution Plan.
- Three Paid Personal Days.
- 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- Accrued vacation time starting atthreeweeks per year.
- PERKS!Employee Promotional Programs relating to personalphone plans,furniture,home/carinsurance,travel,fitness,attractionsandmore!
At Ornge, we are:
- Community connectors.
- Equity in healthcare.
- Strong in our convictions.
- Proud of the services we provide.
- Uplifting in our mission, values, and services.
You can expect us to be:
- Competitive in pay, benefits, vacation time and more.
- Promoters of diversity.
- Champions of inclusivity and accessibility.
- Committed to your career advancement.
- A tight-knit, supportive culture.
A bit about you:
- You are driven by our collective desire to make a difference.
- Excited by problem solving and excels at in-the-moment decision making.
- Teamwork has always been where you thrive.
- You are ready to put your skills into action in a fast-paced environment.
What’s next:
- If you are ready to uplift lives, apply directly online.
- Allresumes arereviewed by our team and only thoseunderconsideration will be contacted.
- Ornge is committed to providing accessible accommodations in compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email us attalentacquisition@ornge.caand we will work with you to meet your needs.
- Ornge encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; Black and racialized; members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary; and disabled.
- Note: Ornge Air does not offer training bonds to employees.
Are you ready to pursue a career that has a profound impact on communities across Ontario, Canada? Join us.
Ornge. Lives uplifted.
