VFR Pilot

For over 45 years, Custom Helicopters has delivered safe, reliable rotary‑wing services across Manitoba, Nunavut, remote northern regions, and international locations. With a versatile fleet and experienced crews, our operations span both single‑engine markets; such as medical transport, exploration, fire suppression, utilities, environmental work, and powerlines and multi‑engine markets including HEMS, SAR, heavy‑lift powerline construction, and fire suppression.

Custom Helicopters promotes a highly skilled workforce built on mutual respect, supporting both personal and professional growth. We offer competitive compensation, full benefits, a pension plan (RRSP), and an Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) to support long‑term career development.

Driven by our commitment to Safety, Quality, & Value, we provide dependable aviation solutions in some of the most challenging environments. Every mission reflects our focus on precision, professionalism, and the people we serve.

Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, the Helicopter Pilot is responsible for the operation and safety of the aircraft they command, and for the safety of all persons onboard during flight time. For this purpose, the Helicopter Pilot will have final authority for the disposition of the aircraft, during the time in which they are in command. The Helicopter Pilot ensures the aircraft is operated in accordance with all applicable orders, SOPs, and regulations and is expected to uphold the professional image of the company.

Preference given to those with ratings and experience on: B407, AS350 & AS332 L2

Minimum Flight Experience Requirements:

• Total time: 2000+ hours
• External load experience
• Precision external experience preferred
• Ability to work across Canada
• Valid CPL (H) and medical required

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that aircraft checklists are used during all flight operations.
• Responsible to complete the daily inspection prior to each flight assignment.
• Devise a flight plan using information about the weather, passengers, aircraft, and route.
• Conduct preflight safety checks and work closely with maintenance crews to ensure any issues are addressed before commencement of flight.
• Prior to each flight ensure that the aircraft is suitably equipped for the mission.
• Complete paperwork after each day’s flight assignment, including log entries, flight tickets, tracking paperwork, etc.
• Communicate with Maintenance department with respect to anomalous operations.
• Monitor loading and unloading of cargo to ensure a balanced load and careful handling procedures.
• Ensure operation of the aircraft is always performed in a safe manner.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Canadian Commercial Pilot License (H), with VFR or IFR experience.
• Extensive flying experience across relevant aircraft types.
• Previous experience working in remote geographical locations.
• Ability to pass criminal background check and hold a valid passport.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate analytical reasoning, with the ability to prioritize tasks and projects.
• Must be self-motivated, with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Working Conditions:

• Adapt to unusual working hours and working conditions.
• Tour lengths may vary, depending on operational circumstances.

Custom Helicopters is committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest, and only those selected for an interview will be contacted.