Rotor Wing First Officer

Overview

Location:

Sudbury, Ontario | Employment Status:
Permanent Full Time | Salary: $92,408.19 - $ (Effective Jan 1, 2026)

Rotor Wing Pilots are responsible for all aspects of aircraft operation, must be able to fly in varying conditions, handle pressure well and be flexible and adaptable. Ornge aircraft are province‑wide resources and aviation personnel may be required to provide flight support at bases other than the home base where demand arises. All Ornge pilots are required to complete the company’s training program and successfully pass a Transport Canada PPC.

They are responsible for following all applicable policies and standard operating procedures. The Second‑in‑Command (SIC) assists the Pilot‑in‑Command with flight planning and aircraft preparation as directed by the Pilot‑in‑Command and is responsible to the Pilot‑in‑Command for carrying out specific duties in connection with the operation of the assigned aircraft.

• Assist the Pilot‑in‑Command with flight planning and aircraft preparation as directed.
• Carry out specific duties in connection with the operation of the assigned aircraft, in support of the Pilot‑in‑Command.

• Valid commercial rotary‑wing (H) license.
• 500 rotary‑wing flight hours.
• Completed ATPL exams.
• Valid Group 4 instrument rating.
• Night rating.
• Valid Class 1 medical.
• AW‑139 type rating and EMS experience is desirable.
• Ability to successfully complete the Controlled Goods Security Assessment Application for Night Vision Goggle purposes.
• Valid Canadian passport or ability to work in Canada and travel to the USA.
• Immunization records with required vaccinations.

Must work various shifts and overtime, including day and night shifts, weekends, statutory holidays in a 24/7 workplace. Shifts may require overnight stays away from the home base. Must live or be willing to relocate close to the assigned base to comply with CARs rest requirements and respond within 1.5 hours of callout during on‑call shifts. Employees may need to use respiratory protective equipment and maintain a clean‑shaven appearance to ensure an effective facial seal.

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision benefit plan.
• Uniform provided.
• Defined contribution plan.
• Three paid personal days.
• 24/7 employee and family assistance program.
• Accrued vacation time starting at three weeks per year.
• Employee promotional programs related to phone plans, furniture, insurance, travel, fitness and other perks.

Ornge encourages applications from candidates identifying as a member of a traditionally underrepresented group including First Nations, Métis, Inuit, urban Indigenous peoples, Francophone persons, Black and racialized persons, members of 2

SLGBTQIA+ communities and persons with disabilities. Ornge is committed to providing accessible accommodations in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email  Ornge does not use AI technology in its recruitment process.