Crew Chief

Established in 1960, Perimeter Aviation LP is a diversified company that is a subsidiary of the Exchange Income Corporation which has recently grown through the merger with Bearskin Airlines. With approximately 900 employees, we operate a fleet of 45+ aircraft including the Metro 2, 3, 23, Merlin and Dash 8 aircraft. We are based in Winnipeg and Thompson, Manitoba as well as Sioux Lookout, Timmins, Thunder Bay, and Toronto Ontario. We provide scheduled passenger and freight services to Northern Manitoba and Northern Ontario, 24/7 North American charter services, Medical evacuation services and a full-service maintenance facility including design engineering, NDT, and Garrett turbine engine services. 

We are a Canadian company, proudly building a diverse workforce that is driven by a shared sense of community, customer service and a dedication to safety. We're fostering a culture where our employees will feel proud of the work they do and the company they work for. We seek employees with a positive attitude in providing excellent service to the communities in our network.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Crew Chief is responsible for supervising, assigning, inspecting and certifying job tasks.

Personal Characteristics

• Highly flexible, with the ability to respond quickly in a dynamic environment
• Professional and respectful, with a positive work attitude
• Timely with a high level of commitment to on-time performance is essential
• Motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• High level of respect, understanding and regard for First Nations communities
• Able to think critically and act logically to evaluate situations and provide sound judgment
• Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with all departments, business partners and customers
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Superior time management skills, multitasking skills and the ability to prioritize tasks
• High level of integrity, confidentiality and accountability
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Able to effectively train and develop personnel within their department
• Able to handle stressful situations in a calm and effective manner
• Customer Service-oriented with a commitment to exceptional service
• Proven time management skills with strong attention to detail
• Willing to take initiative to make personal and organizational improvements

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Quality control of the work performed, and the timely completion of work (ref: AWM by personnel on their crews
• Identify and report abnormal occurrences as defined by CAR 625 Appendix G (all maintenance shall be performed using the methods, techniques, practices, parts, materials, tools, equipment, and test apparatus specified by the manufacturer of the aeronautical product
• Review scheduled and unscheduled maintenance required and assign tasks to personnel on their crew
• Ensure that dispatch procedures, as per the applicable MCM are followed with respect to maintenance activities
• Assist and step in for department as required
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Education, Experience and Certifications

• Transport Canada AME License with an M1 and/or M2 rating
• Minimum five years of experience with M1 (m1/m2 preferred)
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any applicable transportation security clearances and additional authorizations
• Minimum two years supervisory experience
• Working knowledge of Canadian Aviation Regulations
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Indigenous and Cultural Awareness Training considered an asset

Working Conditions

• Physically able to perform all listed job duties
• Travel by aircraft and other means as required by role
• Work in a shop environment with full range of movement including, but not limited to, bending, sitting, standing, lifting to a maximum of 50lbs, pushing and pulling daily
• Work performed both indoors and outdoors; employee must be able to adapt to all outdoor weather conditions

Perimeter Aviation's hiring policy is to recruit and select the best applicant for employment solely on the basis of their qualifications for the position. Perimeter Aviation LP does not discriminate against applicants based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability or a conviction for which a pardon has been granted.

We thank all candidates for their interest in the position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis which may result in an earlier application deadline.