Airport Manager

Prince Rupert Airport Authority; Prince Rupert; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional airport authority in Canada is seeking an Airport Manager to oversee operational and strategic responsibilities. This full-time, onsite role offers a salary between $110,000 and $120,000, requiring a minimum of 5 years in aviation management. The position involves communication and collaboration with various stakeholders in a dynamic environment. Candidates must have a postsecondary degree in a related field and be able to live nearby the airport.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in aviation management or leadership.
• Ability to operate in a complex, service-oriented environment.
• Strong relation-building skills with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of airport services and manage tenant agreements.
• Advance community and government relations as a liaison.
• Lead operational development and strategic growth of the airport.

Skills

Customer-centric leadership

Complex problem-solving

Strategic development

Communications skills

Education

Postsecondary degree in Business Administration or Aviation Management

Job description

Prince Rupert Airport Authority

Airport Manager

Organizational Profile

The Prince Rupert Airport Authority is the regional airport serving the Skeena-Queen Charlotte region. The Airport provides commercial air services for both passengers and cargo transportation, contributing to the essential connectivity of the region and enhancing access to local activities. The Prince Rupert Airport Authority is governed by a Board of Directors, composed of the Mayor of Prince Rupert, the City Manager, and the City Council. The Directors of the Authority who oversee the operations of the airport are appointed by the City.

About the Role

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Airport Manager is responsible for strategic and operational oversight of the Prince Rupert Airport Authority. In alignment with the organization’s vision and mission, the Airport Manager oversees the delivery of Airport services, the development of Airport lands and facilities, and the management of tenant agreements. The Airport Manager advances community, government, and sector relations acting as a liaison for federal regulatory agencies, airline staff, general aviation groups, local government bodies, and other interest groups.

Responsibilities

This role requires a customer‑centric and dynamic professional to lead the operation, development, and strategic growth of the Prince Rupert Airport (YPR). The Airport Manager must be able to operate, communicate, and problem solve in a complex, service‑oriented and unionized environment.

Qualifications

Preferred: a postsecondary degree in a related field (i.e., Business Administration or Aviation Management) and a minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in aviation management or leadership. A combination of equivalent education and experience will be considered.

Compensation

The salary for this position is $110,000 - $120,000 supplemented by a competitive total compensation package. This is a full‑time, onsite position that requires living on or within commuting distance to the Prince Rupert Airport.

Prince Rupert, BC

Nestled on the edge of British Columbia's rugged northwest coast, steeped in Indigenous history and culture, particularly of the Ts'msyen people, Prince Rupert is a vibrant port city rich in natural beauty and opportunity. Known as the gateway to Alaska, this dynamic coastal community offers a unique blend of small‑town charm and global significance, thanks to its strategic location and thriving transportation sector.

Contact Details

Should you be interested in learning more about this unique opportunity with the Prince Rupert Airport Authority, please contact Harbour West Consulting at 604‑998‑4032 or forward your resume, a letter of introduction and the names and contact information for three references, in confidence, to [e-mail].