First Officer - Aviation Career Opportunity
Primary Location: Toronto, ON, Canada
Schedule: Full-time, Permanent
Application Deadline: December 30, 2025
Embark on Your Aviation Career with Jazz Aviation
Prospective First Officers are invited to commence their journey with Canada's preeminent regional airline, Jazz Aviation. This role presents a significant opportunity to launch or advance an aviation career within a respected and award-winning organization.
About Jazz Aviation
Jazz Aviation operates approximately 450 daily flights connecting 67 destinations across Canada and the United States, serving over 8 million passengers annually. With crew bases strategically located in Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, and Vancouver, Jazz is a vital component of Air Canada's regional strategy, proudly operating as an Air Canada Express carrier.
Recognized for its commitment to safety and excellence, Jazz has been lauded with accolades such as Canada's Safest Employers, Canada's Top Employers for Young People, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work.
Role Overview and Responsibilities
The First Officer plays a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and customer-focused flight operations. Successful candidates will contribute to a high-standard operational platform, embodying the company's "can-do" culture and commitment to quality regional flying.
Compensation and Benefits
Jazz Aviation offers a comprehensive package designed to support its employees:
- Competitive Salary: Commencing at $67.57 per credit hour.
- Daily Expense Allowance: Averaging $800-$1000 tax-free per month.
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan.
- Comprehensive Care Plan: Including health, life, dental, and disability benefits.
- Employee Share Ownership Plan: Offering financial participation in the growth of Jazz and its parent company, Chorus Aviation Inc.
Professional Development and Lifestyle
Jazz is dedicated to fostering pilot growth and offers:
- Mentorship and Training: A highly skilled flight operations team provides continuous mentorship and high-quality training standards to support professional development.
- Pathway to Mainline: A preferential interview process with Air Canada for career advancement.
- Internal Career Opportunities: Prospects to join the training team or advance into management roles within Jazz.
- Lifestyle Flexibility: Pairings featuring short- and medium-haul routes, offering opportunities to explore North America or remain closer to home.
- Employee Travel Benefits: An extensive travel program across the Air Canada network, with standby commuting travel available for Pilots within the first week of training (subject to Air Canada's discretion).
- Discount Programs: Access to a wide range of discounts from vendors and suppliers, supporting employee well-being and financial goals.
Minimum Qualifications
- Valid and Current Transport Canada Group 1 Instrument Rating (current instrument recency required).
- Valid Transport Canada Commercial Pilot License.
- Valid Transport Canada Multi-Engine Rating.
- Valid Transport Canada Class 1 Medical.
- Completed IATRA written within the past two years or ATPL exams written.
- Ability to obtain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC).
- Current passport at the time of hire.
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident without restrictions.
- For Permanent Residents: Ability to obtain and maintain necessary crew visa documentation for U.S. operations.
- Completed High School Diploma.
- Transport Canada English proficiency standard met.
- Minimum of 500 hours total flying time. (Resume must clearly detail flying hour breakdown: total time, multi-engine time, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be extended to candidates possessing qualifications beyond the minimum requirements, including:
- Canadian ATPL.
- Two-crew multi-engine turbine experience.
- Higher total flying time exceeding the minimum requirement.
- Graduates from an Aviation College degree or diploma program.
- Commercial or military flight experience.
- Flight Management System (FMS) and/or glass cockpit experience.
- Internal Jazz referral.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Jazz Aviation is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives. The company strives to empower its people, foster a culture of inclusion, and ensure safe workspaces where everyone can thrive authentically. Recognizing the importance of a diverse workforce that mirrors the communities served, Jazz is dedicated to meeting the needs of its diverse passenger base.
Accessibility and Accommodation
Jazz Aviation is dedicated to making its workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process are encouraged to contact the support team to ensure preparation for success.
Application Process
Interested candidates are encouraged to initiate the recruitment process by clicking "Apply Online" on the job posting. This action begins the application journey towards a potential career with Jazz Aviation. Applications will be reviewed, and candidates will be contacted regarding their progression.
Requisition ID: ONGOING-YYZ-5800-25