Types Of Pilot Jobs in Quebec (NOW HIRING)

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers. 
 
Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products. 
 
We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all. 

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence. 

Part of AIM Aviation, private transport division of American Iron & Metal, we are seeking a highly skilled and versatile professional to join our team in a unique dual-capacity position. As our Corporate Helicopter Pilot, you will serve as the trusted operator of our Airbus AS350 B3 (AStar) throughout the flight season — covering a radius of 400 to 500 km around Montréal.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced pilot who values flexibility, discretion, and a long-term professional partnership with a dynamic, engaged company.

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Key Responsibilities

Helicopter Operations — Estimated from May to October

• Safely operate the Airbus AS350 B3 (AStar) for executive and company missions within a 400–500 km radius of Montréal
• Co-pilot alongside the company owner, fostering a collaborative and professional flight environment
• Provide in-flight mentorship and training to pilots (Owner’s grandson) building flight hours
• Conduct pre-flight and post-flight inspections, safety checks, and coordinate maintenance as required
• File flight plans, monitor weather conditions, and manage all flight documentation in full compliance with Transport Canada regulations
• Remain on-call 7 days a week throughout the summer season, with flexibility for short-notice departures (no night flights required)
• Maintain currency of all licenses, ratings, and medical certifications at all times
• This position may be structured as a shared pilot arrangement, with two pilots covering operational requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required

• Valid Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence – Helicopter (CPL-H) or ATPL-H
• Extensive experience on the Airbus AS350 B3 (AStar) — type rating required
• Valid Transport Canada Class 1 Medical Certificate
• Minimum experience requirements are; 3,000 hours total helicopter time of which 1,500 hours are on turbine helicopters, and 100 hours on make and model and no losses
• Proven experience as pilot-in-command and/or co-pilot for executive or charter operations
• Demonstrated ability to provide flight training and mentoring to lower-hour pilots
• Valid Québec driver's license (Class 5 minimum) with a clean driving record
• Fluent in English (working language); French is a strong asset

Preferred

• IFR rating or instrument flight experience
• Experience with cross-country navigation in Québec and Eastern Canada airspace
• Prior experience in a high-discretion, executive-facing or VIP role
• Familiarity with Montréal-area airspace, aerodromes, and regional geography within a 500 km range

Your Profile & Skills

You are a seasoned aviation professional who brings exceptional judgment, composure under pressure, and an unwavering commitment to safety. You take pride in being a trusted, long-term partner to an executive team.

• Independent and self-directed — you manage your schedule and responsibilities with confidence and minimal oversight
• Discreet and trustworthy — you handle sensitive information and executive movements with absolute professionalism
• Strong communicator — equally at ease with senior leadership, clients, co-pilots, and aviation authorities
• Flexible and available — you embrace the on-call nature of the summer season and adapt readily to changing plans
• Safety-first — you never compromise on protocols, regardless of external pressure or schedule demands

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Competitive — commensurate with experience
• Insurance: Collective group insurance plan
• Retirement: RRSP / DPSP employer contribution plan
• Schedule: Flexible seasonal pattern with optional year-round engagement.
• Environment: Engaging, entrepreneurial company with close-knit leadership!

Optional Opportunity: For candidates who are interested, there is an opportunity to support the executive team as an Executive Driver during periods when flight operations are not required.