Dash ; Q400 First Officer — WestJet Encore

Role snapshot

• Employment:
  Permanent
• Aircraft:
  De Havilland Dash 8-400 (Q400)
• Type rating:
  Not required — training provided (NTR)
• Licence: TCCA with IATRA or both SAMRA & SARON (valid)
• Medical:
  Class 1
• ICAO ELP:
  Level 4 or higher
• Visa sponsorship:
  Not provided

• Operate the Dash 8-400 safely and efficiently in accordance with company SOPs, regulations, and best practices.
• Deliver warm, professional service that creates a memorable travel experience for every guest.
• Support the Captain with all phases of flight planning, execution, and post‑flight duties.
• Collaborate with cabin crew and operations teams to ensure on‑time, guest‑focused performance.
• Model West Jet’s values, contributing to a respectful, inclusive, and safety‑first culture.

• Total time: 750 hours
• Pilot-in-command (PIC) time: 100 hours
• Licence/exams: IATRA, or both SAMRA & SARON — exams must be valid
• Medical:
  Class 1
• Language: ICAO ELP Level 4+
• Passport/travel:
  Current valid passport and any documents required to travel unrestricted
• Security:
  Eligible for RAIC (must be obtained prior to completing Initial Ground School); clear police background and criminal record check
• Screening:
  Ability to pass a pre‑employment alcohol and drug test
• Accepted licences: TCCA

• 1000+ hours total time
• Experience in multi‑engine and multi‑crew operations

No Dash 8-400 type rating? No problem. West Jet Encore provides full type training for qualified, non-type-rated candidates.

• PICUS program: First Officers holding a CPL may accrue up to 200 hours in Encore aircraft for a maximum credit of 100 hours PICUS toward ATPL requirements, as per CAR 421.11.
• Structured ground school, simulator, and line training designed for safety, proficiency, and career growth.