Dash Captain, Winnipeg

6120 Midfield Rd, Mississauga, ON L5P 1B1, Canada, 614 Ferry Rd, Winnipeg, MB R3H 0T7, Canada, 1 Airport Rd, Thompson, MB R0B 2B0, Canada

Job Description Established in 1960, Perimeter Aviation LP is a diversified company that is a subsidiary of the Exchange Income Corporation which has recently grown through the merger with Bearskin Airlines. With approximately 900 employees, we operate a fleet of 45+ aircraft including the Metro 2, 3, 23, Merlin and Dash 8 aircraft. We are based in Winnipeg and Thompson, Manitoba as well as Sioux Lookout, Timmins, Thunder Bay, and Toronto Ontario. We provide scheduled passenger and freight services to Northern Manitoba and Northern Ontario, 24/7 North American charter services, Medical evacuation services and a full‑service maintenance facility including design engineering, NDT, and Garrett turbine engine services.

Position Summary Reporting to the Assistant Chief Pilot, the 705 Captain transports thousands of passengers each year. As a pilot, your number one priority is to conduct each flight safely, taking into consideration the comfort of each passenger and on‑time performance.

Personal Characteristics

Must be fluent in English

Highly flexible, with the ability to respond quickly in a dynamic environment

Professional and respectful, with a positive work attitude

Timely with a high level of commitment to on‑time performance is essential

Motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with all departments, business partners and customers

Superior time‑management skills, multitasking skills and the ability to prioritize tasks

High level of integrity, confidentiality and accountability

Able to handle stressful situations in a calm and effective manner

Customer Service‑oriented with a commitment to exceptional service

Strong problem solving and analytical skills

High level of respect, understanding and regard for First Nations communities

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Conduct flights with strict adherence to the Standard Operating Procedures, Canadian Aviation Regulations, Aircraft Flight Manual, and the Company Operations Manual

Check weather, all applicable NOTAMs where available and determine fuel and oil requirements

Calculate the airplane weight and balance

Review, amend and accept the Operational Flight Plan (Type B 705 operation)

Complete an airplane pre‑flight inspection before each departure

Load, unload and secure cargo/freight as required

Complete flight watch jointly with the flight dispatcher (Type B 705 operation)

Complete all post flight duties, including notification/confirmation to the Company of the whereabouts of the airplane when away from base, recording flight times and any defects

Continue to meet and exceed the Transport Canada Qualification standards for a Pilot

Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Education, Experience and Certifications

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) equivalent

Must be able to obtain and maintain any applicable transportation security clearances and additional authorizations

Category 1 Medical

Current Group 1 Instrument Rating

Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) with 500 hours on DHC‑8 is preferred

Previous airline experience is considered an asset

Pilots must be fluent in English, and be able to demonstrate effective verbal and listening comprehension

Indigenous and Cultural Awareness Training considered an asset

Working Conditions

Physically able to perform all listed job duties

Travel by aircraft and other means as required by role

Work performed both indoors and outdoors; employee must be able to adapt to all outdoor weather conditions

Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

Must be able to work a flexible schedule and be able to travel for extended periods

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