King Air Captain – Northern Operations (Type Rating Provided)

✈️ Role at a glance

As King Air Captain, you will lead safe, efficient IFR/VFR operations to remote and regional destinations, uphold rigorous client standards, and set the tone for disciplined, professional flying in northern conditions. You’ll manage the full scope of pre-flight planning, execution, and post-flight duties while mentoring crew and strengthening a just culture of safety.

🧭 What you’ll do

• Command King Air operations in all seasons, including short, gravel, and remote aerodrome environments common to northern flying.
• Conduct thorough flight planning: weather, alternates, performance, weight & balance, fuel strategy, de/anti-icing considerations.
• Adhere to SOPs, checklist discipline, and CRM; lead briefings and debriefs to reinforce continuous improvement.
• Execute safe IFR/VFR departures, arrivals, and approaches in complex airspace and changing conditions.
• Manage operational risk within the SMS framework; complete reports and safety communications as required.
• Coordinate with dispatch, maintenance, and clients to meet service levels while protecting safety margins.
• Maintain currency, participate in recurrent training, and mentor First Officers where applicable.

🌟 What you bring

• Demonstrated knowledge of northern flying operations, cold-weather techniques, and contaminated runway procedures.
• Strong IFR proficiency, including systems management and practical decision-making in low-visibility environments.
• Professionalism under pressure, with excellent communication and customer focus.
• Proactive approach to safety, SMS participation, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborative leadership that elevates team performance and client confidence.

🎓 Minimum qualifications

• Total time: 1500+ hours
• Pilot-in-Command (PIC): 500+ hours
• Multi-engine: 500+ hours
• Turbine: 500+ hours
• Type rating: Not required (training provided)
• License required: ATPL
• Open to license holders: TCCA
• Medical: Class 1
• ICAO ELP level: 4 (minimum)
• Work authorization: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada; visa sponsorship not provided

🧪 Safety & compliance

• Safety sensitive role: Candidates must test negative for controlled substances and alcohol prior to employment.
• RAIC: Able to obtain a Transport Canada RAIC.
• Client standards: Must meet requirements established by client operating standards and protocols.

🧾 Additional requirements

• Passport: Current and valid passport required.
• NTR candidates: Non-Type-Rated pilots are welcome; King Air differences/initial training provided.

💡 Why you’ll love this role

• Permanent, stable Captain position on a respected multi-engine turbine platform.
• Type rating provided—invest in your King Air proficiency from day one.
• Opportunities to hone your skills in meaningful northern operations within a mature safety culture.
• Professional environment with clear standards, structured training, and strong operational support.

📨 Ready to take the left seat?

If you meet the minimums and are eager to lead safe, reliable King Air operations in Canada’s North, we’d love to hear from you. Prepare a concise CV and a recent logbook summary highlighting multi-engine turbine PIC time and northern operations experience.