cloud services manager

Title: Manager of Airside Groundside Services

Posted on: April 15, 2025 by Niagara District Airport

Job Details

Location: Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

Salary: $75,000 to $90,000 annually

Terms of Employment: Full time

Start Date: As soon as possible

Vacancies: 1 vacancy

Job Description

Located in the heart of the Niagara region, the Niagara District Airport is situated between Niagara Falls, St. Catharines and Niagara-on-the-Lake. We are currently seeking a safety and team-oriented individual to join the team as Manager of Airside / Groundside Services. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Manager oversees the safe and efficient operation of Niagara District Airport. This position is a full-time role, 40 hours per week, commencing immediately. It includes a full benefits package and inclusion in the OMERS pension plan.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Support the safe and efficient operations of the facility, including the review, amendment, and distribution of airport operational manuals.
2. Plan and manage capital projects, including procurements and provision of input into planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
3. Coordinate and manage airport operations staff, which includes airside and groundside activities.
4. Liaise with numerous stakeholders on and off site, including Transport Canada, NAV Canada, other airports, and industry groups.
5. Monitor airport standard operating procedures and the general day-to-day maintenance of the facility.
6. Ensure adherence to Niagara District Airport and other Federal policies and programs.
7. Monitor and manage compliance with Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) and Airport Zoning Regulations.
8. Manage winter operations, including monitoring and reporting runway conditions and managing snow removal operations.
9. Oversee airport security and control programs, including the provision of Airport Vehicle Operators Program (AVOP) training and testing.
10. Respond to complaints from staff, air operators, tenants, and the general public.
11. Work with the Operations/SMS Coordinator on incident/accident investigations and determining recommendations for corrective actions.
12. Prepare staff reports for the Chief Executive Officer and the Airport Commission.

Qualifications

1. Post-secondary education with a Certificate or Diploma in Aviation Management, or accreditation by the International Association of Airport Executives (IAAE) is considered an asset.
2. An equivalent combination of schooling, training, and experience will be given consideration.
3. Preferably five (5) years of direct experience in airport operations, airline operations, or other related fields of airport management.
4. Minimum two (2) years experience directly leading people.
5. Superior interpersonal skills, able to interact with all levels in a professional, positive manner.
6. Solid leadership ability managing, coaching, and developing direct reports.
7. Able to influence, collaborate, and negotiate cross-functionally, as well as with external stakeholders to achieve results.
8. Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of products.
9. Excellent time and project management skills; organized with a solid ability to plan and follow up.
10. Valid Class G driver's license is required; DZ would be considered an asset.
11. Ability to be on standby with the airport as and when required.