First Officer - Dash 8PAL Airlines
Aircraft: Dash 8Location: HalifaxNon-type rated
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About This Role
PAL Airlines, one of Atlantic Canada's largest carriers, is seeking Direct Entry First Officers to join their award-winning team operating Dash 8 aircraft across 27 destinations in Eastern Canada and charter routes throughout North America. The airline operates three crew bases in St. John's, Halifax, and Montreal with a modern fleet of Dash 8-100, Dash 8-300, and Dash 8-Q400 aircraft. Candidates must hold a valid Transport Canada CPL with instrument and multi-engine ratings, along with either a valid ATPL, SAMRA & SARON, or recently passed IATRA written exam. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive health benefits, defined contribution pension, 12 guaranteed days off monthly, generous vacation (2-5 weeks based on seniority), and relocation expense eligibility for successful candidates.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate Dash 8 aircraft on scheduled and charter routes
- Conduct pre-flight inspections and crew briefings
- Ensure compliance with Transport Canada regulations and safety procedures
- Manage crew resource management
- Perform post-flight duties and documentation
What We Offer
Competitive payComprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)Defined Contribution Pension PlanEmployee Stock Purchase PlanPersonal travel privileges with PAL and interline agreementsIndustry discounts (hotels, rental cars, etc.)Per diems for days worked12 guaranteed days off per month78 credit minimum monthly guarantee with overtime over 90 credits2-5 weeks vacation annually based on seniority11 additional Holiday Block vacation days per yearAnnual shoe allowanceHeadset allowanceJump seat agreementsRelocation expense eligibility
Requirements
- Valid Transport Canada Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
- Valid Transport Canada Group 1 Instrument Rating
- Valid Transport Canada Multi-Engine Rating
- Valid Transport Canada Class 1 Medical Certificate
- Valid ATPL OR SAMRA & SARON OR IATRA written exam passed within past two years
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)
- Current passport at time of hire
- Ability to travel without restrictions to the United States
- Ability to obtain and maintain C-1/D transit/crewmember visa
- Legally entitled to work in Canada
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Transport Canada English proficiency standard (Level 4)
- Two crew multi-engine turbine experience (preferred)
About PAL Airlines
PAL Airlines is one of the largest airlines in Atlantic Canada, operating 27 destinations across Newfoundland & Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec, and Ontario, with charter service throughout Canada and Eastern North America.