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Canadian Helicopters
6 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Edmonton, 01

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Topflight Elite Training & Charter Services is expanding its NVIS forestry team after winning the Alberta contract, seeking experienced NVIS pilots to support night operations on the Airbus H125 in Alberta. Full‑time onsite role follows a 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off rotation. Essential qualifications include a Transport Canada Commercial Rotary-wing Licence, CPL‑H or ATPL(H), valid Canadian work authorization, and a recent NVIS endorsement with operational experience; Airbus H125 familiarity is preferred, along with forestry or night‑ops background, strong safety culture, and English communication (French a plus). To apply, tailor your resume to NVIS night experience, confirm eligibility to work in Canada, demonstrate CRM and safety leadership, relocate if needed, and review the company site.


Company Description

Since its origin in 1954, Topflight Elite Training & Charter Services, formerly known as the Canadian Helicopters School of Advanced Flight Training, has established a world-renowned reputation for the caliber of its training programs. Located in British Columbia, Topflight offers mountain and advanced flight training.

As part of Topflight; you’ll contribute to an important School of Advanced Flight Training while enjoying permanent, meaningful, and stable work with room to grow.

Job Description

Following our successful bid on the Alberta NVIS Forestry contract, we are expanding our operational team and are seeking experienced NVIS pilots to support night forestry operations on the Airbus H125 in Alberta.

  • Act as a pilot as per operation standard.
  • Any other responsibility related to the position.

Qualifications

  • Must hold a valid Transport Canada Commercial Rotary-wing Licence.
  • Canadian Pilot Licence - Helicopter (CPL-H) or ATPL (H) required.
  • Must hold the authorization to work in Canada, this position is not available for sponsorship.
  • NVIS endorsement with recent operational experience
  • Experience on the Airbus H125 (preferred)
  • Forestry, utility, or night‑operations experience considered a strong asset
  • Valid Category 1 Medical
  • Ability to work a 2‑and‑2 rotational schedule
  • Strong safety culture, professionalism, and crew resource management skills
  • Good communication skills (English); French is an asset
  • Must live in the assigned area or be willing to relocate to the assigned area.

Additional Information

Status: Contractual

Schedule: 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off

Remuneration: Competitive salary according to experience.

Working for Topflight is:

  • A unique occasion to grow professionally in a dynamic environment full of opportunities.
  • Working with passionate, committed people who enjoy surpassing themselves.
  • Being part of an organizational culture based on fundamental principles.
  • Having an employer of choice offering competitive working conditions.

For more information we invite you to visit our website: https://www.topflightelite.ca/