AME Crew Chief (Resident or Rotational)

Ledcor; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Crew Chief to lead a dedicated maintenance team. This role involves supervising AMEs and apprentices, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and performing both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on a diverse fleet. With a commitment to fostering a positive work environment, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the aviation sector. Join a company recognized for its commitment to diversity and professional growth, and take the next step in your career in the vibrant city of Yellowknife.

Benefits

Competitive total rewards package

Opportunities for professional growth

Recognition for workplace culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a licensed AME, preferably with larger aircraft.
• Ability to supervise and train AMEs and apprentices effectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee maintenance crew activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Lead and mentor apprentices, conduct performance reviews.

Skills

Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME)

Leadership and mentoring

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Transport Canada AME M or E license

Job description

Description

You are a professional and experienced AME holding an M or E license (or a combination of the two) seeking the next step in your career. Your resilience and positive attitude along with your demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills will see you succeed in this role.

As the Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Crew Chief, you will be responsible for providing direction and supervision to AMEs and Apprentices to ensure the maintenance crew performs activities as planned in conjunction with the Maintenance Controller. Additionally, you will perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft listed in the Summit Air Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO), and carry out aircraft certification for flight (maintenance release).

Join our team in Yellowknife by applying today!

Responsibilities

1. Plan, direct, and oversee maintenance crew activities, ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and fostering a safe, respectful working environment.
2. Lead and mentor apprentices and mechanics, conduct performance reviews, and ensure all maintenance alerts and memos are understood and followed.
3. Communicate and liaise with maintenance, flight crew, and dispatch teams as needed.
4. Perform maintenance activities in accordance with airworthiness standards and ensure all documentation is complete and accurate before handing back to the Crew Chief.
5. Identify potential Service Difficulty Report (SDR) situations and report to the Maintenance Controller.
6. Troubleshoot faulty systems, determine rectification actions, and conduct hangar clean-up.
7. Carry out aircraft maintenance releases as authorized by their Aircraft Certification Authority (ACA).
8. Travel with aircraft and crew if assigned away from base for an extended period.
9. Act as temporary Maintenance Controller if instructed by the Director of Maintenance.

Requirements

1. Minimum 5 years of experience as a licensed AME, preferably with larger aircraft.
2. Possess a Transport Canada AME M or E license, or a combination, with the ability to hold an ACA.
3. Hold necessary endorsements for aircraft types on which crews will work.
4. Experience working on ATR42/72, DHC-8, BAE146, RJ85/100, D228 aircraft is an asset.
5. Ability to supervise and train AMEs and apprentices effectively.
6. Attention to detail, with strong troubleshooting, analytical, and multitasking skills.
7. Excellent decision-making, time management, and computer skills.
8. Strong verbal and written communication skills to promote a positive, goal-oriented workplace.

Working Conditions

• Night shift/day shift – 14 days on, 14 days off, from 5 pm to 5 am or 5 am to 5 pm.
• Based in Yellowknife, NT.

Additional Information

Summit Air, part of the Ledcor Group, provides customized fleet and aviation solutions across Canada's North and beyond, with one of the largest and most diverse fleets in the industry. We support cargo movement, passenger transfers, and recreational flights. Learn more at www.flysummitair.com.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

We offer a competitive total rewards package supporting your well-being and opportunities for professional growth.

Employment Equity

Ledcor values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. Adjustments during the hiring process can be provided upon request. Please contact us via email to specify your needs.