Flight Ops Crew Scheduler

Keewatin Air LP; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Keewatin Air LP in Manitoba is seeking a Flight Ops Crew Scheduler responsible for assigning and managing flight crew schedules to ensure flights are staffed with qualified, legal, and well-rested crews.

You will support day-to-day operations, monitor flight and duty time limits, rest requirements, and crew qualifications, and coordinate with Dispatch, Operations, and Training. The role requires attention to detail and strong communication, with experience using scheduling systems and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 (High school diploma) is required.
• Experience in airline crew scheduling, dispatch, or operations coordination is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with scheduling systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assign pilots and cabin crew to scheduled and unscheduled flights.
• Maintain crew rosters in accordance with CARs, the COM, and company policy.
• Manage reserve, standby, and relief crew coverage.
• Monitor flight and duty time limits, rest requirements, and crew qualifications.
• Identify potential conflicts or legal issues and elevate as required.
• Ensure scheduling records are accurate and up to date.
• Adjust crew schedules in response to weather, maintenance issues, or crew availability changes.
• Minimize operational disruption while maintaining compliance.
• Communicate schedule assignments and changes clearly to flight crews.
• Coordinate with Dispatch, Operations, and Training as required.
• Respond to crew scheduling inquiries professionally and promptly.
• Support bid periods and roster publication.
• Produce routine scheduling and utilization reports.
• Assist with crew travel coordination related to assigned schedules.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Scheduling systems

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary:

The Flight Ops Crew Scheduler is responsible for assigning and managing flight crew schedules to ensure all flights are staffed with qualified, legal, and properly rested crews. This role supports day-to-day airline operations and responds to operational changes while maintaining strict compliance with regulatory and company requirements.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Minimum: Completion of Grade 12 (High school diploma)
• Experience in airline crew scheduling, dispatch, or operations coordination preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with scheduling systems and Microsoft Office applications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable transportation Security clearances
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

• Current Criminal Record Check
• Indigenous Awareness and/or Cultural Diversity training considered an asset

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Assign pilots and cabin crew to scheduled and unscheduled flights
• Maintain crew rosters in accordance with CARs, the COM, and company policy
• Manage reserve, standby, and relief crew coverage
• Monitor flight and duty time limits, rest requirements, and crew qualifications
• Identify potential conflicts or legal issues and elevate as required
• Ensure scheduling records are accurate and up to date
• Adjust crew schedules in response to weather, maintenance issues, or crew availability changes
• Minimize operational disruption while maintaining compliance
• Communicate schedule assignments and changes clearly to flight crews
• Coordinate with Dispatch, Operations, and Training as required
• Respond to crew scheduling inquiries professionally and promptly
• Support bid periods and roster publication
• Produce routine scheduling and utilization reports
• Assist with crew travel coordination related to assigned schedules.

Working Conditions:

• Office setting: Schedule: 8 hours per day - Monday to Friday (8:00 am to 4:30 pm). Occasional after-hours support during operational disruptions.
• Tools & Equipment: Daily use of desktop or laptop computers, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) for audit reports, data analysis, and presentations
• Physical Demands: May involve prolonged periods of sitting, computer use, and occasional standing or walking.
• Collaboration: Regular interaction with flight operations teams, and regulatory bodies. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are vital.