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Pilot (Entry Level) – Captain Development Program

Pilot (Entry Level) – Captain Development Program

  • Company: SkyCare Air Ambulance & Charters
  • Location: Sioux Lookout, Ontario, Canada
  • Employment: Full-time
  • Licence: TC Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) with Group 1 Multi-IFR and valid TC Class 1 Medical
  • Minimum flight time: 250 hours total time

Launch your professional flying career with a clear left-seat pathway. SkyCare’s structured Captain Development Program starts in ground operations, moves to the Navajo First Officer seat, and advances to the Metro left seat—supporting medevac, time-critical cargo, and specialized charter missions across North America and the Caribbean.

✈️ Program at a glance

  • Phase 1 – Ground Operations: Begin as an Operations Coordinator or Aircraft Groomer to master the flow of a 24/7 aviation operation.
  • Phase 2 – Navajo First Officer: Transition to the right seat after initial training and competency milestones.
  • Phase 3 – Metro Captain (Left Seat): Advance to command once training, performance, and operational readiness align.

Progression depends on performance, completion of training, operational readiness, and company needs.

🧰 What you’ll do

  • Operations Coordinator (Sioux Lookout):

    • Support the SOCC Coordinator and Flight Follower team
    • Handle customer quoting, flight following, and real-time coordination
    • Manage cargo receiving and customs documentation
    • Operate flight information systems to keep flights timely and organized
  • Aircraft Groomer (Sioux Lookout, Thunder Bay, Kitchener–Waterloo, or St. Andrews):

    • Groom, detail, and fuel company aircraft
    • Load/unload cargo and baggage; operate ground equipment and tow aircraft as needed
    • Maintain hangars, offices, vehicles, and facilities
    • Assist with commissary and customer service
  • Flight Deck Progression:

    • Serve as Navajo First Officer following the initial operational phase
    • Advance to the Metro left seat upon meeting training and operational standards

🧭 What you bring

  • Licences: TC CPL with Group 1 Multi-IFR
  • Medical: Valid TC Class 1 Medical
  • Flight time: Minimum 250 hours total time
  • Work eligibility: Legally entitled to work in Canada
  • Security: Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector completed within the last 30 days
  • Physical: Able to lift at least 50 lbs
  • Calm, customer-focused decision-making and strong teamwork under time pressure

🌟 Benefits & growth

  • Hands-on operational experience with accelerated, structured progression
  • Extended health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
  • Group retirement savings plan

📍 Where you’ll work

Based in Sioux Lookout, Ontario, supporting remote northern communities with medevac services, time-critical cargo, and specialized charter operations across North America and the Caribbean. Ground assignments for Aircraft Groomers may also be available in Thunder Bay, Kitchener–Waterloo, and St. Andrews.

📨 Ready to launch your left-seat path?

Apply with your resume, licence summary and total time, proof of your TC Class 1 Medical, and availability. Qualified candidates will be contacted.

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