Encore - Q400 - Pilot - First Officer YYC

Please note:

This position is not eligible for remote work under our hybrid work policy.

At West Jet Encore, pilots create a memorable travel experience for our guests while working among one of Canada’s most admired corporate cultures. Our pilots provide safe and efficient air travel across an expansive network serviced by a fleet of state-of-the-art De Havilland Dash 8-400 (Q400) turboprop aircraft. They are team-oriented, providing leadership to flight crews and acting as brand ambassadors of West Jet’s corporate values.

• The ability to follow standard operating procedures, ensuring the safety of crew and guests
• Lead by example, demonstrating honesty and integrity
• The ability to work within a dynamic team environment and communicate effectively
• Flexible and adaptable to respond to changing demands of the operation and business
• Professional and committed to upholding West Jet values

Minimum experience and qualifications:

• 750 total hours
• 100 hours fixed-wing pilot-in-command time
• Valid Transport Canada Group 1 Instrument Rating
• Valid Transport Canada Class 1 Medical Certificate
• Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL (EN))
• Transport Canada Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) is preferred
• Completion of either the IATRA or the SAMRA and SARON (exams must be valid and expiration through to PPC)
• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• Current valid passport and Canadian Permanent Resident Card if not a holder of a Canadian passport
• All required visas or travel documents allowing unrestricted travel
• Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) obtained prior to completion of Initial Ground School
• Clear police background and criminal record check
• Offers of employment are conditional on passing a pre-employment alcohol and drug screening test
• Oral and written proficiency in English

• Accumulated flight time of over 1000 hours
• Experience with multi-engine and multi-crew operations
• Previous internal experience as a West Jetter
• Graduation from one of our partnership schools

Candidates will be required to provide documentation for review during the recruitment process, including Transport Canada aviation booklet, logbooks, licensing record, and licensing verification letter.

West Jet Encore supports a Pilot-in-Command Under Supervision (PICUS) program for First Officers who hold a CPL to accrue PICUS flight time and experience. First Officers may carry out 200 hours in an Encore aircraft for a maximum credit of 100 hours PICUS towards ATPL requirements as detailed in CAR 421.11.

• A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
• Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
• Savings and benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs

We embrace what makes each of us unique, and we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. If you require accommodation at any stage of the selection process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at