Role at a glance Company: SkyCare
Location: Kitchener–Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Base: Kitchener–Waterloo
Aircraft: Astra (multi‑engine turbine jet)
Operations: Air Ambulance (medevac) & On‑Demand Charter
Routes: Domestic Canada + International (U.S., Mexico, Caribbean)
Compensation: $80,000–$140,000 per year (experience-based) + comprehensive benefits
Employment type: Permanent, Full time
What you will do Exercise command authority with uncompromising focus on flight safety for crew, passengers, and patients.
Plan and brief each mission: weather assessment, alternates, fuel strategy, and weight‑and‑balance.
Operate the Astra in multi‑engine turbine, IFR conditions on domestic and international routes.
Coordinate seamlessly with dispatch, maintenance, ATC, and ground handling teams.
Deliver professional service on both medevac (patient transport) and client‑facing charter flights.
Respond decisively to in‑flight changes and operational challenges; manage dynamic, time‑sensitive schedules.
Complete accurate post‑flight reporting and documentation.
Lead with sound decision‑making, clear communication, and a proactive, team‑oriented approach.
Minimum qualifications Flight time: 3,000+ hours total time; 500+ hours multi‑engine PIC.
Licences: Transport Canada ATPL with Group 1 Instrument Rating.
Medical: Valid Category 1 Medical.
Travel:



Valid Canadian passport; eligible for international travel including to the United States.
Work eligibility: Legally entitled to work in Canada.
Other: Valid driver’s licence; Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Certificate.
Background check: Clean Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector screening completed within the past 30 days.
Communication: Excellent oral and written English; strong team collaboration skills.
Preferred experience Multi‑engine turbine or jet operations in corporate/charter environments.
IFR, multi‑crew, and long‑range/international operations.
Exceptional interpersonal and customer‑service skills.
Proven ability to adapt to dynamic schedules and time‑critical missions.
Training & standards Completion of initial company training is required.
Successful PPC with a Transport Canada Inspector or Approved Check Pilot.
Strict adherence to company SOPs, policies, and all applicable regulations.
Compensation & benefits Competitive salary: $80,000–$140,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
Extended health, dental, and vision coverage.
Life and long‑term disability insurance.
Employee & Family Assistance Program EFAP.
Group retirement savings plan.
Ongoing development and progression opportunities within flight operations.

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📌 Astra Jet Captain – Air Ambulance & Charter (Kitchener–Waterloo) (Ontario)
🏢 Pilot Assessments
📍 Ontario