Director of Maintenance - Support Shops

Job Description:

Position SummaryReporting to the VP of Maintenance, the Director of Maintenance Support Shops (DOM-S) is responsible for ensuring the company’s support shops meet or exceed both internal and third-party operational requirements. This includes managing the activities of the approved maintenance organization in compliance with policies outlined in the maintenance manual.Personal CharacteristicsHighly flexible, with the ability to respond quickly in a dynamic environmentProfessional and respectful, with a positive work attitudeTimely, with a high level of commitment to on-time performanceMotivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a teamEffective verbal and written communication skillsHigh level of respect, understanding, and regard for First Nations communitiesCritical thinker with strong judgment and problem-solving skillsSkilled at building and maintaining lasting relationships with departments, business partners, and customersStrong leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to train and develop personnelSuperior time management, multitasking, and prioritization abilitiesHigh level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountabilityProactive and willing to take initiative to improve personal and organizational outcomesKey Responsibilities and AccountabilitiesMentor Shop Managers to enhance leadership skills and implement best practices for shop operations.Oversee the Engineering, LMS, Turbine, Upholstery, and NDT shops, ensuring operational excellence and compliance with safety standards.Work collaboratively with Shop Managers to maintain and continuously improve shop procedure manuals, investigate and resolve SMS findings, and perform task quality control checks.Coordinate with the Engine Shop Manager to forecast, budget, schedule, and report on off-wing engine maintenance events, as well as with Fleet Managers to oversee major off-wing rotable maintenance events, including landing gear components.Evaluate staff experience and issue Shop Certification Approvals (SCAs) as needed.Partner with the Reliability Engineer to identify deficiencies and improve on-wing component reliability.Develop and present annual budget considerations and attend weekly budget meetings to provide updates on planned budgets.Build business cases to expand support shop capabilities for internal and third-party operations, including managing contract negotiations for third-party overhaul, repair, and support services.Provide departmental oversight and step in as needed to maintain operational continuity.Actively participate in and promote the company’s Safety Management System.Perform additional duties as assigned.Minimum Education, Experience and CertificationsMinimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience within a large airline organization, in progressively more responsible positionsValid AME license with M1 and/or M2 rating, preferably bothStrong knowledge of airline industry operations, regulations, and standards (e.g., TC, TSB, CTA, ICAO, FAA)Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)Previous experience with Aviation Management Software (e.g., WinAir) considered an assetMust be able to obtain and maintain applicable transportation security clearances and authorizationsIndigenous and Cultural Awareness Training considered an assetWorking ConditionsPhysically able to perform all listed job dutiesTravel by aircraft and other means as requiredVarious shifts in a fast-paced environment to meet airline service level requirementsAfter-hour availability, with a company phone provided Methods and procedures described or implied in the job profile may be altered to accommodate employees.

Job Ident #: 150

Company Details

Perimeter Aviation

626 Ferry Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3H 0T7 Canada
www.perimeter.ca

Established in 1960 and based in Winnipeg and Thompson Manitoba, Perimeter Aviation LP has grown into a diversified airline company with more than 500+ employees, operating a fleet of 30 + aircraft in a scheduled air service to Manitoba and North Western...

Benefits:
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Supported Manufacturers:
Bombardier, Fairchild

Supported Models:
Bombardier: Das 8 300, Dash 8 100 Fairchild: Metro III, Metro II, Merlin, Cargo Freighter

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Job Info

Location

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Perimeter Aviation

626 Ferry Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3H 0T7 Canada
www.perimeter.ca