WestJet Encore First Officer School Partnership

 Career Opportunities: WestJet Encore

First Officer School Partnership Posting (E) (86586)

Employment Type: Full-time Regular

City: Calgary, AB (YYC)

Posting Close Date: 12/31/2021   (Please note the posting will close at 11:59pm)

Why WestJet:

Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.

WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.

Join us and love where you’re going.

Overview of the Role: 

At WestJet Encore, our pilots create a memorable travel experience for our guests while working among one of Canada’s most admired and respected corporate cultures.  Our pilots provide safe and efficient air-travel across an expansive network serviced by a fleet of Bombardier Q400 NextGen turboprop aircraft.   In addition, they are team-oriented providing leadership to our flight crews while being a brand ambassador of WestJet’s corporate values.  

WestJet Encore's School Partnership - First Officer Pilot Program is designed for recent graduates of Mount Royal University, Springbank Air Training College, Super T Aviation, Seneca College, Confederation College, Western University, Sault College, University of Waterloo, Okanagan College, British Columbia Institute of Technology or First Nations Technical Institute. Applicants must have acquired 250 hours, have a valid MIFR rating and completed the IATRA written exam.

Key Deliverables:

The ability to follow standard operating procedures; ensuring the safety of our crew and guests 

Lead by example, demonstrating honesty and integrity

The ability to work within a dynamic team environment and communicate effectively  

Flexible and adaptable to respond to the changing demands of the operation and business 

Professional and committed to upholding WestJet values 

Experience and Qualifications:

2018 or later graduation from one of our partnership schools (Mount Royal University, Springbank Air Training College. Super T Aviation, Seneca College, Confederation College, Western University, Sault College, University of Waterloo, Okanagan College, British Columbia Institute of Technology or First Nations Technical Institute)

250 hours total time

100 hours fixed-wing pilot-in-command time

Transport Canada Commercial Pilot’s Licence (CPL)

Transport Canada Airline Transport Pilot’s Licence (ATPL) is preferred

Valid Transport Canada Group 1 Instrument Rating

Valid Transport Canada Class 1 Medical Certificate

Completion of either the IATRA or the SAMRA and SARON (Exams must be valid)

Legally entitled to work in Canada 

Current valid passport and Canadian Permanent Resident Card if you are not a holder of a Canadian passport

All required visas or travel documents allowing you to freely travel unrestricted

Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) obtained prior to the completion of Initial Ground School

Clear police background and criminal record check 

Offers of employment are conditional on passing a pre-employment alcohol and drug screening test

Oral and written proficiency in English

Preference will be given to candidates with qualifications beyond the basic requirements.  Multi-engine and multi-crew time preferred.

WestJet Encore supports a Pilot-in-Command Under Supervision (PICUS) program for First Officers who hold a CPL to accrue PICUS flight time and experience. First Officers may carry out 200 hours in Encore aircraft for a maximum credit of 100 hours PICUS towards ATPL requirements as detailed in CAR 421.11. 

Selection Process:

If you are a graduate of one of our partnership schools from 2018 onward, please create a profile and complete the job application under the Encore First Officer School Partnership Posting

The opportunity to interview is valid for a period of two years after graduation from one of our partnership schools

If successful through the interview process, you will be placed in the hiring pool for WestJet Encore

An offer of employment is subject to meeting any additional minimum qualifications for the position and any other conditions of employment

A successful interview does not constitute an offer or guarantee of employment

Our Safety Promise 

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others. 

WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.  

As a federally regulated company, the WestJet group of companies is required to comply with all federal mandates. In order to be compliant with the recently-announced vaccination mandate, and to keep our guests/employees safe, all employees will be required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as a condition of employment.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 

We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility and if you require accommodation during the selection process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know.  We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted