Pilot (for applicants who are not Air Canada Express pilots)

Description

Joining Air Canada means becoming part of an iconic Canadian company that connects Canada from coast to coast and to the rest of the world. Air Canada, recognized with numerous awards for its employees, products and services, is a global leader and ranks among the 20 largest airlines in the world. Launch your career and represent our flag by joining our diverse, dynamic team at the forefront of passenger air transportation.

Air Canada has the most extensive global network in Canada and serves 180 destinations on six continents. We are proud to operate the fleet with the largest proportion of wide-body passenger aircraft in North America. Our growth plan includes adding more than 80 aircraft to our fleet over the next five years, including the largest wide-body order in Canada.

To support its extensive commercial network, Air Canada operates seven fleet types in total, ranging from the A220 to the Boeing 777. Air Canada pilots therefore enjoy unparalleled opportunities to command state-of-the-art aircraft to some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

Air Canada offers excellent career prospects for its pilots. According to the latest information, it takes three to five years to become a Captain - Narrow-body, with average pay ranging from $255,000 to $291,000, plus expenses. It takes 11 to 15 years to become a Captain - Wide-body, with average pay ranging from $315,000 to $397,000, plus expenses. The airline also provides a comprehensive range of benefits, including a pension plan and an annual profit-sharing plan.

Air Canada pilots operate flights from one of our four crew bases: Montreal, Toronto, Winnipeg and Vancouver. They typically start their careers as a First Officer on domestic flights or as a relief pilot on long-haul international flights.

What to expect

Your wellbeing, and that of your family, matters to us. The Keys to Your Full Potential program (UBY) supports our commitment to employees. UBY assists Air Canada employees across four key areas of overall wellbeing: workplace health, mental health, financial health, and health and wellness. The program also provides access to a network of counsellors and therapists, as well as various articles, webinars and events.

Would you like to explore the world or visit family and friends abroad? Our industry-leading travel privileges provide you, your family and friends with special fares and passes to travel with Air Canada. You will also enjoy reciprocal benefits with other carriers around the world.

Qualifications

• 2000 hours of flight time in fixed-wing aircraft
• Ability to meet Air Canada and Transport Canada medical and visual acuity requirements to obtain a Class 1 medical certificate
• Possession of a Canadian Airline Transport Pilot Licence, instrument rating for multi-engine aeroplanes – group 1
• Canadian passport
• Eligibility to obtain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)
• Eligibility to work in Canada and to travel without restriction across Air Canada's network. Obtaining any permits, visas or other authorizations that may be required is the sole responsibility of applicants for this position

Applications from pilots far exceed available positions. Preference will therefore be given to candidates whose qualifications exceed the basic requirements. Examples of additional desirable qualifications include:

• A three- or four-year college or university degree
• A college diploma in aviation
• Flight experience in a commercial or military environment
• Flight experience with a multi-crew jet or turboprop aircraft

Diversity and inclusion

Air Canada is firmly committed to diversity and inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding workplace that highlights the unique contribution of our employees to the success of our Company.

As an employer that ensures equal access to employment, we welcome applications from all persons to build a workforce that is diverse and representative of the customers and communities where we live and operate.

Air Canada thanks all applicants for their interest. However, we will only contact those selected to proceed further in the process.

We are aware that third-party coaching programs are offered regarding Air Canada pilot interviews. Air Canada does not endorse any organization that prepares candidates for our interviews. It is easy to identify candidates who attend an interview with questions prepared by such agencies, and they will be assessed accordingly. Interview questions are regularly changed. Providing rehearsed answers will likely result in a poor assessment of your suitability for a pilot position at Air Canada.