Pilot Captain at Government of… · Saskatoon

This job is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of aircraft while ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all passengers, including patients, escorts, and healthcare providers. The role operates in strict compliance with Transport Canada regulations and responds promptly to urgent medical transport requests, demonstrating adaptability to changing client needs, weather conditions, and operational requirements. Key responsibilities include conducting thorough pre-flight inspections to ensure aircraft airworthiness, maintaining high standards of readiness through grooming, restocking, and fueling, and actively contributing to the development and continuous improvement of standard operating procedures and operational checklists.

The Opportunity:

The Saskatchewan Ministry of SaskBuilds and Procurement, Air Ambulance Services, has an opportunity for a qualified temporary full-time pilot located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Air Ambulance is a 24/7 emergency medical air evacuation service for provincial and national destinations in compliance with the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CAR's).

The successful candidate will be responsible to provide customer services by piloting aircraft, and participating as a team member in delivering the highest level of service in an environment that stresses safety, security and comfort.

Responsibilities

• Perform pilot duties and ensure the safety and wellbeing of the passengers.
• Operate aircraft in full compliance with Transport Canada regulations and applicable air travel rules.
• Respond promptly to urgent medical requests, providing safe and effective transport for patients, escorts and healthcare providers.
• Adapt to changing client needs, weather conditions, and operational requirements.
• Verify aircraft worthiness prior to each flight.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of standard operating procedures and checklists.
• Wash, groom, restock and fuel aircraft to maintain airworthiness and the highest operational standards.

Qualifications

Job Capabilities:

As a public servant, we are seeking someone who:

• Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
• Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
• Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
• Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
• Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
• Focuses on achieving public service excellence.

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

• a valid Airline Transport Pilot License;
• a minimum of 3000 hours of flying time with at least 1500 as pilot-in-command of multi-engine aircraft;
• extensive recent instrument flying, including the use of GPS/FMS navigation equipment;
• experience in northern domestic and high density airspace;
• experience in King Air B200, or other multi-engine turbine powered aircraft; and
• the ability to successfully pass an IRT/PPC on King Air B200.
• Canadian Aviation Regulations as they apply to CARs 703

Job Skills:

• Communication (Level B)
• Critical Thinking (Level A)
• Digital Skills (Level A)
• Interacting with Others (Level B)
• Navigating Ambiguity (Level A)
• Managing Self (Level A)
• Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.

What We Offer:

• Dynamic and challenging work
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension
• Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements

Our Commitment to Excellence:

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.

About the Team

The Ministry of SaskBuilds and Procurement coordinates and delivers property management, information technology, procurement, project management, transportation, and other support services for government ministries and agencies.

About the Company

The Government of Saskatchewan provides the services, programs and supports the people of Saskatchewan need. We deliver on the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth to build a strong economy, strong communities and strong families, ultimately building a stronger Saskatchewan. Dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.