Base Pilot - Goose Bay

For over 45 years, Custom Helicopters has delivered safe, reliable rotary‑wing services across Manitoba, Nunavut, remote northern regions, and international locations. With a versatile fleet and experienced crews, our operations span both single‑engine markets; such as medical transport, exploration, fire suppression, utilities, environmental work, and powerlines and multi‑engine markets including HEMS, SAR, heavy‑lift powerline construction, and fire suppression. Custom Helicopters promotes a highly skilled workforce built on mutual respect, supporting both personal and professional growth. We offer competitive compensation, full benefits, a pension plan (RRSP), and an Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) to support long‑term career development. Driven by our commitment to Safety, Quality, & Value, we provide dependable aviation solutions in some of the most challenging environments. Every mission reflects our focus on precision, professionalism, and the people we serve. Must be local to Goose Bay. Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, the Helicopter Pilot is responsible for the operation and safety of the aircraft they command, and for the safety of all persons onboard during flight time. For this purpose, the Helicopter Pilot will have final authority for the disposition of the aircraft, during the time in which they are in command. The Helicopter Pilot ensures the aircraft is operated in accordance with all applicable orders, SOPs, and regulations and is expected to uphold the professional image of the company. Minimum Flight Experience Requirements: Total time: 1000 hours Labrador time: 250 hours B2 PIC: 500 hours Utility time: 500 hours Responsibilities: Ensure that aircraft checklists are used during all flight operations. Responsible to complete the daily inspection prior to each flight assignment. Devise a flight plan using information about the weather, passengers, aircraft, and route. Conduct preflight safety checks and work closely with maintenance crews to ensure any issues are addressed before commencement of flight. Prior to each flight ensure that the aircraft is suitably equipped for the mission. Complete paperwork after each day’s flight assignment, including log entries, flight tickets, tracking paperwork, etc. Communicate with Maintenance department with respect to anomalous operations. Monitor loading and unloading of cargo to ensure a balanced load and careful handling procedures. Ensure operation of the aircraft is always performed in a safe manner. May perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Canadian Commercial Pilot License (H), with VFR or IFR experience. Extensive flying experience across relevant aircraft types. Previous experience working in remote geographical locations. Ability to pass criminal background check and hold a valid passport. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Demonstrate analytical reasoning, with the ability to prioritize tasks and projects. Must be self-motivated, with strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Working Conditions: Adapt to unusual working hours and working conditions. Tour lengths may vary, depending on operational circumstances. Custom Helicopters is committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest, and only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Helicopter Pilot is responsible for the safe operation of the aircraft and the safety of all persons onboard during flight. They must ensure compliance with all regulations, conduct pre-flight inspections, and manage mission-specific flight planning and cargo loading.

Candidates must hold a Canadian Commercial Pilot License (H) and possess at least 1000 hours of total flight time, including 500 hours of B2 PIC and 500 hours of utility time. Applicants are required to be local to Goose Bay and must be able to pass a criminal background check.

• Competitive compensation • Full benefits • Pension plan (RRSP) • Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Problem solvingPreferred
• Attention to detailPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

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• Helicopter piloting
• Flight planning
• Safety compliance
• Aircraft inspection
• Communication
• Problem-solving
• Analytical reasoning
• Load balancing
• VFR navigation
• IFR navigation
• Utility flying
• Attention to detail
• Professionalism
• Analytical Thinking
• Flight Planning
• Self-Motivation
• Analytical Skills
• Aviation
• Commercial Pilot License
• Employee Stock Purchase Planning
• Fire Suppression Systems
• Problem Solving
• Operations Management
• Operations
• Loading And Unloading
• Prioritization
• Detail Oriented

• Transportation
• Engineering
• Security & Safety
• Line Pilot
• Pilot
• Aircraft Pilots and Related Associate Professionals
• Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week