First Officer - Regional Airline
Jazz Aviation, Canada's largest regional airline, is seeking qualified and enthusiastic First Officers to join its award-winning team. This is an exceptional opportunity to embark on a fulfilling aviation career with a company renowned for its commitment to safety, customer service, and professional development.
About Jazz Aviation
Jazz Aviation operates approximately 500 daily flights to over 80 destinations across Canada and the United States, serving over 8 million passengers annually. With four crew base locations (Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, and Vancouver), Jazz offers diverse flight pairings, allowing pilots to explore North America or stay closer to home.
Key Highlights:
- New Pilot Collective Agreement: Effective September 1, 2023, the enhanced compensation and benefits package includes new wage scales for First Officers and Captains, a renewed pilot flow to Air Canada, additional pay incentives for Training Pilots, and increased company support on cost-sharing for health, dental, and disability benefits.
- Award-Winning Workplace: Jazz has been recognized as one of Canada's Safest Employers (2023), Top Employers for Young People (2023), Best Diversity Employers (2024), and a Glassdoor Best Place to Work (2022).
- Air Canada Partnership: As Air Canada's primary regional partner, Jazz plays a vital role in Air Canada's North American market presence and is a proud Air Canada Express operator.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary starting at $66.25 per credit hour.
- Daily expense allowance (averaging $800-$1000 tax-free per month).
- A defined contribution pension plan.
- Comprehensive health, life, dental, and disability benefits.
- An Employee Share Ownership Plan offering financial benefits from Jazz and parent company Chorus Aviation Inc.
- An extensive employee travel benefits program on the Air Canada network, including standby travel for Pilots during their first week of training.
- Access to a network of vendors and suppliers providing Jazz employee discounts on various services and products.
Professional Development and Opportunities:
- Pathway to Mainline: Jazz offers a preferential interview process for pilots seeking mainline positions with Air Canada.
- Career Advancement: Opportunities exist within Jazz to join the training team, advance into management, and explore other career paths.
- Mentorship and Training: Jazz's professional and skilled flight operations team provides mentorship opportunities and implements high-quality training standards, supporting pilots at every stage of their development.
- Culture of Excellence: Jazz's "can-do" culture fosters a positive and supportive environment that emphasizes high-quality regional flying.
Qualifications:
- Valid and Current Transport Canada Group 1 Instrument Rating, meeting current instrument recency requirements.
- Valid Transport Canada Commercial Pilots 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.
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident without restrictions.
- Permanent Residents must be able to obtain and maintain crew visa documentation required to operate aircraft within the USA.
- High School diploma.
- Meet Transport Canada English proficiency standard.
- 500 hours total flying time preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Canadian ATPL.
- Two crew multi-engine turbine experience.
- Aviation College degree or diploma.
- Commercial or military flight experience.
- Flight Management System (FMS) and/or glass cockpit experience.
- Internal Jazz referral.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to start the recruitment process early by clicking on the "Apply Online" button on this job posting. Jazz will review applications, monitor progress, and reach out to qualified candidates.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Jazz is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that values the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. Jazz strives to foster a culture of inclusion, where every employee can feel safe and supported to be their authentic self.
Accessibility:
Jazz is dedicated to providing a welcoming and accessible environment for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact the company.
Join Jazz Aviation and soar to new heights in your aviation career.