WestJet — Calgary, Alberta, CAN
Why WestJet: Since our story took off in 1996, WestJet has strived to enrich the lives of everyone in our world; a career with us is no exception. We’re proud to be one of Canada’s most admired and respected corporate cultures and continuously aim for the highest standards of service and success.
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 state-of-the-art De Havilland Dash 8-400 (Q400) turboprop aircraft. In addition, they are team-oriented providing leadership to our flight crews while being a brand ambassador of WestJet’s corporate values.
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
Minimum experience and qualifications: • 750 hours total time
• 100 hours fixed-wing pilot-in-command time
• Valid Transport Canada Group 1 Instrument Rating
• Valid Transport Canada Class 1 Medical Certificate
• Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) (EN)
• Transport Canada Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) is preferred
• Completion of either the IATRA or the SAMRA and SARON (Exams must be valid and expiration through to PPC)
• 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 who exceed the minimum qualifications and experience, including but not limited to • Accumulated flight time of over 1000 hours
• Experience with multi-engine and multi-crew operations
• Previous internal experience as a WestJetter
• Graduation from one of our partnership schools
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 an Encore aircraft for a maximum credit of 100 hours PICUS towards ATPL requirements as detailed in CAR 421.11. The benefits of being a WestJetter:
WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer: • A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
• Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
• Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs
Think we’re a great fit? Apply now!
About WestJet Group of Companies WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Since the Sunwing Airlines integration in 2025, more than 15,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to our global network of more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia.
The WestJet Group is a major Canadian employer and includes WestJet Airlines, WestJet Encore and Sunwing Vacations Group. We’re Canada’s leading value airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians. 5c:T1911,Posting Close Date: 02/25/2026 (Please note the posting will close at 11:59pm MST)
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