Crew Chief

Perimeter Aviation LP; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Perimeter Aviation LP seeks a Crew Chief - Heavy Maintenance to supervise and certify maintenance tasks, ensuring quality and timely completion by the crew. Reporting to the Production Manager, the role requires leadership, strong safety awareness, and adherence to aviation regulations in a Winnipeg hangar environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a Transport Canada AME license with M1/M2, have at least five years of M1 experience with supervisory responsibilities, and demonstrate excellent

Qualifications

• Must hold Transport Canada AME license with M1 and/or M2 rating.
• Minimum five years’ experience in M1 with supervisory experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearances.
• Working knowledge of Canadian Aviation Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Quality control of the work performed, and the timely completion of work (ref: AWM 573.207) 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

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

Transport Canada AME License (M1/M2)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Job description

Position Summary

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Crew Chief - Heavy Maintenance 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 573.207) 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