Aviation Pilot

TC Energy is hiring a permanent Pilot to support operations across Canada and the USA, based in Bolton, Ontario. This key member of our flight operations team will play a critical role in delivering essential services to support TC Energy's infrastructure and provide aerial support for pipeline patrols and personal transport.

Responsibilities

  • 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 flight operations 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.
  • Conduct thorough preflight planning for each day's patrol schedule.
  • Oversee safe configuration of aircraft, including adherence to all weight 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.
  • Assist 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 the regular work schedule upon short notice for emergency circumstances, and following TC Energy's code of conduct and commitment to inclusiveness.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid Class1 Aviation Medical Certificate.
  • Valid Commercial (or higher) Canadian pilot license with a 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.
  • Comfortable patrolling at low level operations.
  • Must be able to work independently without constant supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Thorough knowledge of Canadian Air Regulations and significant experience flying in Canadian remote and high‐density airspace.
  • Experience conducting pipeline line patrols.
  • Solid aviation knowledge base including weather reporting, GPS and electronic mapping navigation techniques, weather minima, and aircraft radio communication.
  • Comfortable working with modern electronic systems and document control.
  • Well‐developed communication, public relations, and documentation writing skills.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment and decisiveness in stressful and emergency situations.
  • First‐aid training.
  • No accidents or incidents.

Additional Requirements

  • Current, valid authorization to travel internationally (including Canada, the U.S., and Mexico).
  • Successfully complete a pre‐employment medical screening including drug and alcohol testing.
  • Maintain a valid driver's license and provide a driver's abstract for review.
  • Travel to other company locations; overnight stays away from home base will be required (estimated up to 50% of work schedule).
  • Possess or be eligible to receive a valid passport and maintain travel eligibility for domestic, cross‐border, and international travel.
  • Background checks will be required.
  • Position requires variable work days including weekends.
  • Must reside within a reasonable driving time of TC Energy Bolton hangar.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E‐Verify program supervised by the U.S. 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 committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions.

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