Rotor Wing First Officer

ROTOR WING FIRST OFFICER

Reference #: 2026-122

Strong. Proud. Uplifting.

At Ornge, we believe that ordinary people can do extraordinary things.

Each day, we connect communities with critical care across Ontario, Canada. In the air and by land, our teams deliver equity in emergency response, uplifting the lives of those in our care.

We are excited to onboard individuals who bring energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism to our growing group of difference-makers and life-changers.

Discover Ontario, Canada, and an exciting career with Ornge.

Position Title

Rotor Wing First Officer

Department/Section

Aviation

Employment Status

Permanent Full Time

Targeted Salary Range

As Per Collective Bargaining Agreement Effective January 1, 2026, the base salary range is $92,408.19 - $100,516.47.

Location

Kenora & Thunder Bay

Reporting To

Chief Pilot, Rotor Wing

Posting Open Date

September 25, 2026

Posting Close Date

October 16, 2026

** Visit our recruitment website for more information including compensation, benefits, training, and more! www.ornge.ca/rwpilot **

Uplifting Your Career at Ornge

Take your career to new heights as a professional Rotor Wing First Officer with Ornge. We are Ontario's air ambulance and critical care transport provider. Dedicated to innovation, timeliness and exceptional delivery of care, a dynamic, diverse, and challenging career in Aviation excellence awaits.
We are: One unified team, leaders in health equity, we save lives and preserve health.

Looking to be a part of meaningful, impactful, and inspiring work?

Meet our requirements? Interview guaranteed. We've got you covered from competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and premium pension program so what are you waiting for? Apply today.

Position Summary:

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 the flight planning and Aircraft preparation as directed by the Pilot-in-Command. They are responsible to the Pilot-in-Command for carrying out specific duties in connection with the operation of the aircraft assigned.

Qualifications:

• Valid commercial Rotary-wing (H) License.
• 500 Rotary-wing hours.
• Completed ATPL Exams.
• Valid Group 4 Instrument Rating. *[Please see note below]
• Night Rating. *[Please see note below]
• Valid Class 1 Medical.
• An 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 ability to travel to the USA.
• Immunization records with required vaccinations.

*NOTE: Candidates that do not possess a Group 4 Instrument Rating and/or a Night Rating, may be provided with a conditional offer of employment contingent on successful completion of all requirements necessary for the issuance of a Transport Canada Group 4 Instrument Rating and/or Night Rating as detailed in the Commercial Air Service Standard (CASS) 421.42 (2) and 421.46 (2) (a) (b). Once employed and all Company training has been completed successfully, the employee will be reimbursed up to a maximum of $30,000.00 CAD for completion of training required for the issuance of the Transport Canada Group 4 Instrument Rating and/or Night Rating. This reimbursement will be divided into two payments, up to $15,000.00 CAD after completion of one year of service and up to an additional $15,000.00 CAD after completion of two years of service.

Hours and Location of Work:

• Pilots are required to work various shifts and overtime, including day and night shifts and weekends in a 24/7 environment, including days, afternoons and nights on weekdays, weekends, and statutory holidays.
• During the course of their shift duties, Pilots will be required to overnight away from their home base.
• Successful candidates must live or be willing to relocate within close proximity to the assigned base location and reside or have a location that permits compliance with the CARs rest requirements between shifts and allows arrival at their assigned base within one- and one-half hour of callout when on an on-call shift.
• Employees may be required to use respiratory protective equipment and they shall co-operate in attaining an effective fit of the equipment and in particular, be clean-shaven to ensure an effective facial seal to provide for the health and safety of all employees.

Total Rewards:

• 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.
• PERKS! Employee Promotional Programs relating to personal phone plans, furniture, home/car insurance, travel, fitness, attractions and more!

At Ornge, we are:

• Community connectors.