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.
- Equity in healthcare.
- Strong in our convictions.
- Proud of the services we provide.
- Uplifting in our mission, values, and services.
You can expect us to be:
- Competitive in pay, benefits, vacation time and more.
- Promoters of diversity.
- Champions of inclusivity and accessibility.
- Committed to your career advancement.
- A tight-knit, supportive culture.
A bit about you:
- You are driven by our collective desire to make a difference.
- Excited by problem solving and excels at in-the-moment decision making.
- Teamwork has always been where you thrive.
- You are ready to put your skills into action in a fast-paced environment.
What’s next:
- If you are ready to uplift lives, apply directly online.
- On apply, we’ll send you an email on how to check your application status within Jobvite.
- Ornge is committed to providing accessible accommodations in compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email us at HR@ornge.ca.
- Ornge encourages applications from candidates identifying as a member of a traditionally underrepresented group including First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous peoples; Francophone persons; Black and racialized persons; members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; and persons with disabilities.
- Ornge communicates with candidates for job openings by email and does not incorporate AI technology in its recruitment process. Applicants are responsible to check their email for updates and ensure they can receive messages from unfamiliar senders. We send time-sensitive information via email; it is important for applicants to check their email frequently. If we do not receive a response from applicants, we will assume that they are no longer interested in the position, resulting in the removal of their application from the competition.
- Note: Ornge Air does not offer training bonds to employees.
Are you ready to pursue a career that has a profound impact on communities across Ontario, Canada? Join us.
Ornge. Lives uplifted.
