About UsNova Scotia's natural landscapes demand a special kind of pilot. The Department of Natural Resources manages the province's forests, parks, wildlife, and Crown lands—but it's our Aviation Services team that brings these missions to life from the air.Nova Scotia's natural landscapes demand a special kind of pilot. The Department of Natural Resources manages the province's forests, parks, wildlife, and Crown lands—but it's our Aviation Services team that brings these missions to life from the air.Competition #: 47634Department: Natural ResourcesLocation: SHUBENACADIEType of Employment: PermanentUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date: Open until FilledAbout Our OpportunityThis is your chance to take your field-tested skills and apply them in a role where your precision, safety, and judgment matter every single day. No chasing customers. No air travel commuting. A wide variety of flight portfolio. Just real flying with real purpose.This is a current position within the Government of Nova Scotia. We are looking for a Training Pilot who wants to use their flying experience to join the public service. In addition to being an active line pilot and participating in a wide variety of missions, the Training Pilot will work with the Chief Pilot to design and build an internal training and monitoring program for pilots. You will organize and deliver training to DNR Wildfire, Ground Search and Rescue, and Law Enforcement teams, among others. You will be responsible for training and tracking six pilots, operating four aircraft within the organization.In collaboration with our five-person maintenance department, this small-team environment leaves room to personalize the position. You'll integrate your personal experience while building the future of our air service under the guidance of the DNR mandate.Annual PPC, emergency training and advanced maneuvers training will be delivered on a contract basis with outside agencies. In collaboration with the Chief Pilot, this is an opportunity to build the training program you've always wanted - While working in a secure full time, year round, stable, unionised position with all the benefits of public service in beautiful Nova Scotia.With our small, experienced team, operating high-performance aircraft with a primary focus on wildfire response, emergency response, natural resource external load support, remote bush operation and intense unprepared landing areas. You'll be flying for the public good, in well-maintained aircraft, under an organization that values professionalism, precision, and purpose.Primary AccountabilitiesRetain an active flight status on the schedule while flying New H-125's helicopters on mission-critical provincial operationsDesign and create a training and mentorship program for DNR Aviation ServicesMaintain, organise and present the assigned approved training program flight crews ensuring to meet internal,



regulatory and industry standardsMaintain, organise and present, along with other line pilots, the assigned approved training program materials to DNR Wildfire, Ground Search and Rescue, and Law enforcement teams among othersIn consultation with the Chief Pilot: establish and updates standard operating proceduresProvide helicopter support to all provincial government departments and agencies, including wildfire suppression, inland search and rescue, public safety, law enforcement, aerial reconnaissance, and management, conservation and protection of natural resourcesEstablishing and monitoring standards and pilot techniques to ensure crew are complying with flight operationsMaintains and ensures the accuracy of all training records for the Pilots in the department and is accountable to provide these to Transport Canada as requestedPerforming other duties as assignedQualifications And ExperienceYou will also have experience with the following:Valid Transport Canada CPL (H)Hold Class 3 Flight instructor rating, or equivalent experience, as deemed applicable by the employer3000 flight hours as a Pilot-in-Command in rotary wing aircraftHold a valid Category 1 Medical CertificateRecent experience in external load, wildfire suppression, cargo slinging, and remote and unprepared landing operationsFamiliarity with CARs, and safe bush operating practicesStrong presentation skills to assist in organizing and facilitating special projectsNova Scotia Class 5 drivers license or equivalentThe Following Will Be Considered AssetsTime and/or endorsement on Airbus AS350 / H-125Current PPC on AS350B3EPrecision longline and external load experienceCRM / PDM course completionsKnowledge of EO/IR camera systems, aerial surveillance, and flight tracking software (ForeFlight, Cirro)Public outreach and community engagement experienceKnowledge and use of Microsoft Office and IOS applications specific to communication and creation of presentationsExperience in emergency management and aerial coordinationEquivalencyAn equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.Please clearly illustrate in your cover letter how you meet or exceed the above qualifications.We will assess the above qualifications using one or more of the following tools: practical flight evaluation, written examination, oral presentations, interview(s),



and reference checks.BenefitsBased on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.Working ConditionsMust reside in or relocate to Nova ScotiaMust respond within 1 hour to Shubenacadie base while on-callTravel and deployments up to 7 days within the province may be required during peak fire seasonWhat We OfferCareer Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.An engaged workplace where we foster respect and recognition.Forward-thinking policies and strategies.Countless career paths.Pay Grade: ASP10Salary Range: $4,928.23 - $5,600.27 Bi-WeeklyEmployment Equity StatementOur goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.Accommodation StatementWe are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected] Is a Bargaining Unit Position Initially Restricted To Current Civil Service Employees Represented By The Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If Applying From Outside a Government Office, Employees Must Apply Correctly Via This Link. Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued. External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information. Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to [email protected] of posting.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Pilot 5/Training Pilot - C$4,928 - C$5,600 A Week (Shubenacadie)
🏢 Department of Natural Resources
📍 Shubenacadie