Advanced Pilot Training Planner - Dash 8

Porter Airlines Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aviation sector is seeking an Advanced Pilot Training Planner in Toronto. The role involves planning training schedules for pilots, coordinating with departments, and utilizing specialized software for operations. This position requires strong planning skills, knowledge of aviation regulations, and excellent communication abilities to ensure the success and safety of pilot training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Pilot Training Planner or similar role.
• Knowledge of Canadian Aviation Regulations related to flight crew.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Plan training for pilots and coordinate with departments.
• Input training bids using Navblue software.
• Track completion and manage pilot currency.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer service

Time management

Technology background

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Suite

Job description

Reporting to the Manager, Crew Planning the Advanced Pilot Training Planner is responsible for all yearly, monthly and daily training planning for all Pilots on the Dash 8 fleet.They will work alongside the Crew Planners and the Flight Ops department with the use of the Navblue PBS system for pilot training bidding, and the Navblue Ops & Crew (N-OC) system for plotting and tracking pilot training.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and plot projected training for all Pilot Training;
• Liaise with various internal departments and with external vendors for training they provide to Porter Airlines’ pilots for planning 60-90 days in advance;
• Coordination with the Manager, Pilot Training on all matters related to training;
• Input the seniority training bid via the crew bidding software (Navblue PBS);
• Plot all Upgrade and Initial Line Indoctrination pilot training using crew management software (N-OC);
• Plan & plot all initial, upgrade & recurrent Line Checks
• Track completion of training and ensure the Supervisor, Pilot Training Planner is notified if a candidate fails or does not complete training, and coordinate with various individuals to set up remedial or additional training, as required;
• Monitor currency of pilots, 90 day recency included, in consultation with Flight Operations internal regulations, as well as standard Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs);
• Input scheduling and pay changes in crew scheduling software;
• Plan and adjust schedules for Training Captains and Approved Check Pilots 60-90 days out;
• Occasional availability outside of regular office hours when necessary;
• Actively participates in Porter’s Safety Management System (SMS) including, reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understand, comply and promote the Company Safety Policy;
• Additional duties as assigned by the Manager, Crew Planning.

Concern for Safety : Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others.

Teamwork : Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.

Passenger / Customer Service : Providing service excellence to internal and / or external customers (passengers).

Initiative : Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.

Results Focus : Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organization’s standards.

Fostering Communication : Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Pilot Training Planner, Crew Scheduler / Planner (or other relevant planning or operations experience)
• Knowledge of crew management and preferential bidding software (preferred, but not required)
• Knowledge of Canadian Aviation Regulations related to flight crew
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite / Shared Drives / Gmail
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective time management
• Superior interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Self-starter with high motivation
• Impartiality, integrity, tenacity, diplomacy and self-reliance are key attributes
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a cohesive unit
• Positive customer-focused attitude, excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong technology background preferred

Location

Toronto (Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport - YTZ) #LI-Onsite

Company Description

Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves a North American network from Eastern Canada. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline in the World Airline Star Rating. Visit www.flyporter.com or follow @porterairlines on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.