Direct Entry Captains and First Officers - PAL Airlines

As one of the largest airlines in Atlantic Canada, PAL Airlines offers unique opportunities to fly in an array of locations from the most remote settings to the biggest cities in the country.

Chart your course! PAL Airlines is looking for Direct Entry Captainsand First Officers with a passion for safety and customer service to join our award-winning team.

About PAL Airlines

• 27 destinations in Newfoundland & Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec, and Ontario
• Charter destinations all over Canada and Eastern North America
• Fleet of Dash 8-100, Dash 8-300, Dash 8-Q400
• Three (3) crew base locations: St. John’s, Halifax, and Montreal

Great benefits

At PAL Airlines, we know that compensation isn’t the only factor in choosing a company. That’s why we’re proud to offer a competitive package.

What PAL Airlines offers:

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Personal travel privileges with PAL and interline agreements with multiple airlines
• Industry discounts (hotels, rental cars, etc.)

Our pilots also receive:

• Per diems for your days worked
• 12 guaranteed days off a month
• 78 credit minimum monthly guarantee with overtime over 90 credits
• 2-5 weeks of vacation annually based on seniority
• An additional 11 Holiday Block vacation days per year
• Annual shoe allowance
• Headset allowance
• Jump seat agreements
• As per the CBA, the successful candidates may be eligible for relocation expenses

Qualifications:

• Valid Transport Canada Commercial Pilots License
• Valid Transport Canada Group 1 Instrument Rating
• Valid Transport Canada Multi Engine rating
• Valid Transport Canada Class 1 Medical
• Must have one of the following: valid ATPL; SAMRA & SARON; or IATRA written and passed in the past two years
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)
• Must hold a current passport at time of hire
• Must be able to travel without restrictions to the United States
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a C-1/D transit/crewmember visa
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must have completed a high school diploma
• Must meet Transport Canada English proficiency standard (level 4)
• Hiring minimums for Direct Entry Captain is an ATPL

Preference will be given to candidates with qualifications beyond the basic requirements:

• Applicants who possess a Canadian ATPL
• Applicants with two crew multi-engine turbine experience

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. You will be able to check your qualifications and preferences during the application process.

PAL Airlines is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion whereby individuals are recognized, supported, and respected. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you.

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