Aviation Pilot

TC Energy•Kleinburg, ON

49d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Canada’s leading utility aviation team and experience the excitement of flying in a challenging and rewarding environment. TC Energy is currently hiring a permanent Pilot to support our operations across Canada and the USA, based in Bolton Ontario. As a key member of our flight operations team, you will play a critical role in delivering essential services to support TC Energy’s infrastructure. This position offers unique flying opportunities, including aerial support for Pipeline patrols, personal transport.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Class 1 Aviation Medical Certificate
Valid Commercial (or higher) Canadian pilot license with minimum of 3000 flight hours on Turbine powered helicopters.
Ability to work in a two crew operation
Restricted Radiotelephone Operator License
Experience on AS350B3, H125 aircraft, BH206 L4, BH206 Jetranger
Recent Flying in the Wires Training
Be comfortable to patrol at low level operations
Must be able to work independently without constant supervision
Have current, valid authorization to travel internationally (including but not limited to Canada, US and Mexico)
Successfully a complete pre-employment medical screening including drug and alcohol testing
Have and maintain a valid driver's license and provide a driver's abstract (record) for review
Travel to other company locations
Overnight stays away from home base will be required (estimated up 50% of work schedule)
Possess, or be eligible to receive, a valid passport and maintain travel eligibility for Domestic, Cross Border, and International Travel (including the USA and Mexico)
Criminal background checks will be required
Positions requires variable works days including weekends
Must be within a reasonable driving time of TC Energy Bolton hangar
All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions.

Nice To Haves

Thorough knowledge of Canadian Air Regulations with significant experience flying in Canadian remote as well as high density airspace
Experience conducting Pipeline line patrols
Solid aviation knowledge base including weather reporting, GPS and electronic mapping navigational techniques, weather minima, and aircraft radio communication
Comfortable working with modern electronic systems and document control
Must possess and demonstrate well developed communication, public relations, and documentation writing skills
Ability to exercise sound judgement and decisiveness in stressful and emergency situations
First aid training
No Accidents or Incidents

Responsibilities

Act as Pilot in Command or delegate as directed by the base manager or Chief Pilot
Be responsible for the operation and safety of the helicopter, and for the safety and security of all persons involved during flight operations
Provide liaison with the company’s lines of business in determining the flight operation of the helicopter to deliver the necessary expertise for helicopter-related work
Provide safety briefings including instruction on aircraft safety/survival equipment location and techniques of use in the event of emergency
Thorough preflight planning for each day’s patrol schedule. Overseeing safe configuration of aircraft, i.e. adherence to all up-weight load – limit specifications and proper loading and securement of cargo
Conduct administrative tasks at obligatory intervals such as recording flight duty times, aircraft document revision control, and expense and time sheet management.
Help with hangar related tasks when needed
Participate in the Company’s Safety Management system by regularly reporting hazards and incidents when encountered and aiding in the corrective action follow up process
Accepting work away from base for up to 3-week periods
Adjusting regular work schedule upon short notice for emergency circumstances
Following TC Energy’s code of conduct, embracing inclusiveness and refraining from workplace harassment