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At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability.

The Opportunity

Join Canada’s leading utility aviation team and experience the excitement of flying in a challenging and rewarding environment. TC Energy is currently hiring a permanent Pilot to support our operations across Canada and the USA, based in Bolton Ontario.

As a key member of our flight operations team, you will play a critical role in delivering essential services to support TC Energy’s infrastructure. This position offers unique flying opportunities, including aerial support for Pipeline patrols, personal transport.

What you’ll do

• Act as Pilot in Command or delegate as directed by the base manager or Chief Pilot

• Be responsible for the operation and safety of the helicopter, and for the safety and security of all persons involved during flight operations

• Provide liaison with the company’s lines of business in determining the flight operation of the helicopter to deliver the necessary expertise for helicopter-related work

• Provide safety briefings including instruction on aircraft safety/survival equipment location and techniques of use in the event of emergency

• Thorough preflight planning for each day’s patrol schedule. Overseeing safe configuration of aircraft, i.e. adherence to all up-weight load – limit specifications and proper loading and securement of cargo

• Conduct administrative tasks at obligatory intervals such as recording flight duty times, aircraft document revision control, and expense and time sheet management. Help with hangar related tasks when needed

• Participate in the Company’s Safety Management system by regularly reporting hazards and incidents when encountered and aiding in the corrective action follow up process

• Support TC Energy’s mission to provide reliable pipeline transmission by:

• Accepting work away from base for up to 3-week periods

• Adjusting regular work schedule upon short notice for emergency circumstances

• Following TC Energy’s code of conduct, embracing inclusiveness and refraining from workplace harassment

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Valid Class 1 Aviation Medical Certificate

• Valid Commercial (or higher) Canadian pilot license with minimum of 3000 flight hours on Turbine powered helicopters. Ability to work in a two crew operation

• Restricted Radiotelephone Operator License

• Experience on AS350B3, H125 aircraft, BH206 L4, BH206 Jetranger

• Recent Flying in the Wires Training

• Be comfortable to patrol at low level operations

• Must be able to work independently without constant supervision

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of Canadian Air Regulations with significant experience flying in Canadian remote as well as high density airspace

• Experience conducting Pipeline line patrols

• Solid aviation knowledge base including weather reporting, GPS and electronic mapping navigational techniques, weather minima, and aircraft radio communication

• Comfortable working with modern electronic systems and document control

• Must possess and demonstrate well developed communication, public relations, and documentation writing skills

• Ability to exercise sound judgement and decisiveness in stressful and emergency situations

• First aid training

• No Accidents or Incidents

• Have current, valid authorization to travel internationally (including but not limited to Canada, US and Mexico)

• Successfully a complete pre-employment medical screening including drug and alcohol testing

• Have and maintain a valid driver's license and provide a driver's abstract (record) for review

• Travel to other company locations

• Overnight stays away from home base will be required (estimated up 50% of work schedule)

• Possess, or be eligible to receive, a valid passport and maintain travel eligibility for Domestic, Cross Border, and International Travel (including the USA and Mexico)

• Criminal background checks will be required

• Positions requires variable works days including weekends

• Must be within a reasonable driving time of TC Energy Bolton hangar

• This is a full-time permanent position (non-rotational)

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Every day, our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needs—moving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable, reliable and sustainable power across North America, while enabling LNG exports to global markets.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at for support.

All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions. Background screening is required for all positions, which may include criminal and/or credit checks. Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidate's qualifications.

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Thank you for considering TC Energy in your career journey.