Controller - Maintenance Activities

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We are looking for detail-oriented and enthusiastic individuals to fill the coordinator - Fleet management - Maintenance activities control position.

Reporting to the Shift Manager, the Maintenance Activities Controller is responsible for all aspects of the technical regulation of Air Canada aircraft in accordance with the Maintenance Control Manual.

Responsibilities:

• Guide and direct Air Canada, contracted maintenance organizations, and flight crews to ensure compliance with Air Canada maintenance requirements, maximum aircraft serviceability, punctuality, and aircraft utilization in accordance with the Air Canada Control Manual.
• Manage the technical regulation of all Air Canada and passenger aircraft in accordance with applicable airworthiness standards.
• Coordinate necessary maintenance activities on the day of the flight at network stops and offer technical assistance, including troubleshooting instructions for defect correction (including management of recurring defects).
• Act as the primary contact person for all line maintenance activities at all times, including for operational irregularities (IROP) and emergency activities.
• Communicate any operational restrictions affecting aircraft to Flight Dispatch and the Network Operations Control Centre (SOC).
• Control all flight-critical equipment assigned to the fleet.
• Keep the Shift Manager and senior management (as needed) informed of the operational status of the fleet.
• Stay abreast of any technical and regulatory training necessary to perform duties within this role.

Qualifications

• Valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) license (M2 or E) with active endorsement for any aircraft type in the Air Canada fleet.
• Proven knowledge of regulations, programs, and agencies (Maintenance Control Manual, Transport Canada, FAA).
• Availability to work shifts and extended hours on occasion.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to deal effectively with internal and external clients.
• Proven leadership talent.
• Good judgment and initiative in taking appropriate action.
• Ability to guide people and provide clear direction on technical issues.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• External or internal management development.
• Computer skills (Word, email, Excel, Windows).
• Demonstrate punctuality and reliability to support the overall success of the team in a fast-paced environment.

Conditions of Employment:

Candidates must be eligible to work in the country concerned at the time an offer of employment is presented and are responsible for obtaining work permits, visas, or other necessary authorizations. Proof of eligibility must be provided before the start date.

Language Requirements

All things being equal, preference will be given to bilingual candidates.

Diversity and Inclusion

Air Canada is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible, and rewarding workplace that highlights the unique contribution of our employees to our business success.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diverse applications so that we can build a workforce that is varied and representative of our customers and the communities where we live and offer our services.

Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.