Director – Airport Maintenance

Metmtl; Longueuil; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MET – Montreal Metropolitan Airport seeks a strategic and experienced Director – Airport Maintenance to lead planning, management, and compliance of all airport maintenance operations. You will direct daily operations, safety, runway management, and external service providers, while ensuring regulatory adherence and efficient resource use.

The role requires a university-level degree in a relevant field, strong leadership skills, budgeting acumen, and a track record of aviation regulation

Qualifications

• Significant experience in airport operations management, preferably as a director or similar.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities; ability to make informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all operational activities, including safety, runway management, services, maintenance, and related activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations across operations.
• Oversee updating and implementation of the Wildlife Management Program.
• Supervise the external wildlife management service provider.
• Act as Emergency Coordination Centre Director when on duty.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate operational staff.
• Optimize resource use and build productive teams.
• Ensure facilities remain operational and safe; participate in maintenance planning.
• Collaborate with Projects and Construction Department on internal/external projects.
• Manage inventory of critical spare parts.
• Establish and maintain relationships with airport stakeholders, flight schools, FBOs, and government agencies.
• Develop and manage the airport operating budget; optimize efficiency and control costs.
• Issue tenders and oversee purchases for airport operations within governance framework.
• Contribute to defining airport strategy and growth.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Decision making

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Stakeholder collaboration

Aviation regulations

Education

University degree in airport management, business administration, engineering, architecture, or related field

Job description

Reporting to the Senior Director – Operations, the Director – Airport Maintenance is responsible for the planning, management, and compliance of airport maintenance operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Daily Operations Management

Oversee and coordinate all operational activities, including safety, runway management, services, maintenance, and other related activities.

Ensure that operations comply with all applicable regulations.

Oversee the updating and implementation of the Wildlife Management Program.

Supervise the work of the external wildlife management service provider.

Act as the Emergency Coordination Centre Director (DCCU) when on duty.

Human Resources Management

Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate operational staff.

Optimize the use of resources.

Build strong teams and maintain a productive work environment.

Maintenance and Infrastructure Management

Ensure that airport facilities remain operational and safe.

Participate in the planning of maintenance and rehabilitation projects.

Collaborate with the Projects and Construction Department on internal and external construction projects.

Manage the inventory of critical spare parts.

External Operational Relations Management

-Establish and maintain positive relationships with companies located on airport grounds, flight schools, fixed-base operators (FBOs), government agencies, and other stakeholders.

Budget Management

Participate in the development and management of the airport's operating budget.

Optimize operational efficiency while controlling costs.

Manage calls for tenders related to the department under their responsibility, in accordance with the organization's governance framework.

Oversee the purchases and acquisitions required for the proper functioning of airport operations, in accordance with the organization's governance framework.

Strategic Planning

Contribute to defining the airport's overall strategy by proposing operational improvements.

Contribute to the airport's growth and profitability.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree in airport management, business administration, engineering, architecture, or a related field.
• Significant experience in airport operations management, preferably as a Director of Operations or in a similar position.
• Excellent management, leadership, and communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of aviation regulations and airport safety standards.
• Ability to make informed decisions and solve complex problems.
• Strong budgeting and strategic planning skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
• Valid driver's licence (Class 4A, or the ability to obtain one).

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SPONTANEOUS APPLICATION

At MET – Montreal Metropolitan Airport, we're always on the lookout for fresh talent to join our growing team. As a modern aviation hub, we embrace innovation and welcome applications from passionate individuals looking to make an impact. If you're driven and ready to be part of this exciting journey, we'd love to hear from you.