Crew Chief

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense support organization in Winnipeg seeks a Crew Chief to oversee Aircraft Maintenance Engineers and ensure aircraft safety and maintenance standards are upheld. The ideal candidate must hold a valid AME license, have mechanical maintenance skills, and be able to work flexible hours. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, emphasizing a commitment to well-being and professional development.

Benefits

100% employer-paid health and dental premiums

Wellness benefit to support healthy lifestyles

Comprehensive colleague recognition program

Training and support for professional development

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with CL-215/CL-415 aircraft is an asset.
• Physical ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Eligible for an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) and ITAR Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AMEs) and Apprentices.
• Conduct scheduled maintenance tasks.
• Utilize the Company reporting system to report any hazard, incident or accident.

Skills

Supervision

Mechanical Maintenance

Communication in English

Organizational Skills

Education

Valid M1 and/or M2 AME license

Tools

WinAir or similar maintenance programs

Job description

Overview

Crew Chief (Permanent)

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Onsite or Hybrid: Onsite

Expected Salary Range: $68,806 to $114,709

To determine final salary, Babcock considers a variety of factors including the successful Candidate’s skills and experience and internal equity. The final base salary offer is at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

What You Do Here Matters

In a complex world marked by the threat of war, natural disasters, and geopolitical instability, national security has never been more important.

Babcock is an international defence company providing support and product solutions to enhance our customers’ defence capabilities and critical assets.

Our Canadian team combines their talent and expertise with deep global knowledge and experience from our operations in the United Kingdom, Europe, Australasia and Africa.

Working for us, you’ll help ensure that Canada’s critical services and assets are readily available, reliable, and capable for our defence and civil customers and contribute to Babcock’s Purpose, created as a safe and secure world, together.

Be Part of Something Big.

Babcock is a people business. Our people and customers matter most to us. Here you will experience a challenging and rewarding work environment with the support you need to deliver and thrive in your career alongside inclusive teams you respect that value your skills and dedication.

Our Babcock Principles create the foundation for how we deliver better outcomes for our Culture, Customers and Communities. By collectively embodying these Principles in all the work we do, our colleagues help make us great:

• Be Curious – We believe in challenging the status quo and asking, how might we?
• Think: Outcomes – We believe in measuring success by the results we deliver and the positive impact we make
• Be Kind – We believe in being kind to ourselves, kind to each other, and kind to our planet.
• Collaborate – We believe that Babcock is greater than the sum of its parts.
• Be Courageous – We believe in being brave, ambitious, and determined.
• Own and Deliver – We believe everybody has a part to play in Babcock’s and our customers’ success.

Our people are at the heart of creating a safe and secure world. We offer a collection of programs and benefits designed to support their well-being:

• 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums
• Wellness benefit to support healthy lifestyles and well-being
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) for a wide range of life’s challenges
• Maternity/Parental Leave top-up payment for colleagues as their family grows

Planning for the Future

• Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings towards RRSP/DPSP; colleagues can contribute to a TFSA
• Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during our holiday closure

Growth and recognition

• Comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus program
• Training and support for professional development and professional membership dues

We encourage you to learn more about Babcock Canada by exploring our website: babcockcanada.com.

In this role, you will:

• Supervise Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AMEs) and Apprentices.
• Lead a team working on CL Water Bomber Aircraft and Commander 690 Aircraft as well as other aircraft as needed.
• Maintain, adjust, modify, test, diagnose, and repair an aircraft’s mechanical or structural systems.
• Work with specialized aviation and power tools, computers and diagnostic equipment.
• Conduct scheduled maintenance tasks.
• Keep timely and accurate records of the repair and maintenance activities that were conducted.
• Carefully observe all procedures, rules and regulations when performing any task.
• Be thoroughly familiar with, and use, safety procedures and safe work practices.
• Use the appropriate PPE for tasks/jobs.
• Maintain a clean and productive work area.
• Work efficiently alone and as part of a team.
• Read, understand, and adhere to the: Safety & Health Policy Statement; Company Occupational Health & Safety Manual; Company Policies and Procedures and the MPM.
• Utilize the Company reporting system to report any hazard, incident or accident.
• Enter labor in the labor tracking system accurately for all tasks performed.
• Perform work in accordance with all Transport Canada guidelines.
• Oct 1 to Apr 1 is Monday to Friday dayshift 40 hours per week with potential for overtime.
• April 1 to Oct 1 is 2 weeks away from base and 2 weeks off.
• The schedule does vary slightly depending on operational requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate brings:

• Must hold a valid M1 and/or M2 AME license
• Experience with CL-215/CL-415 aircraft is an asset
• Experience with Garrett Turbine powered aircraft is an asset
• Have demonstrated experience working in WinAir or other similar maintenance programs
• Have good organizational skills
• Are proficient in English, written and spoken
• Have the physical ability to sit or crouch for extended periods
• Have the physical ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods
• Have physical dexterity to allow working in confined spaces
• The ability and willingness to work shift work.
• Have ability to work at heights
• You are eligible for an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) and ITAR Clearance
• Have or can obtain a Canadian passport
• Hold a valid drivers license

Babcock is committed to promoting a workforce without boundaries. One that welcomes everyone to contribute to our success regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, or disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you.

Babcock Canada acknowledges that the land on which we operate across Canada is the unceded territory of Indigenous Peoples. We are grateful to work, live, and play as guests on these lands and are committed to building meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous Peoples.