Line Expediter

Air Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian airline is looking for a Line Expediter to manage material logistics and ensure timely delivery of parts within a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Logistics or a related field, excellent problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills. Responsibilities include coordinating sourcing and transfer of materials while maintaining regulatory compliance. Applicants should be available for shift work and possess a customer-focused attitude.

Benefits

Pension program

Employee Share Ownership Program

Health and dental insurance

Travel privileges

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Efficient in Microsoft Office Suites.
• Technical understanding of aircraft parts certification and airworthiness regulations.
• Experience in airline operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage material loans, customer transactions, and AOG requests.
• Coordinate the sourcing and transfer of parts.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain documentation.
• Prepare customs documentation and verify compliance.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Organization

Customer-focused attitude

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Logistics, Commerce or Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office Suites

TRAX

SAP

Job description

Location: Brampton, Ontario, Canada (Onsite)

Starting Salary: $33.24/hour

Branch: Maintenance

Category: Unionized (IAMAW)

Being part of Air Canada is to become part of an iconic Canadian symbol. Are you passionate about reaching new heights, teamwork and making a meaningful contribution? Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and vibrant team at the leading edge of passenger aviation. Discover what it’s like to work as a Line Expediter in our Maintenance department — a dynamic role where critical-thinking, adaptability, and attention to details come together to keep operations running smoothly.

It’s important to know that

• Thriving under pressure matters: The role demands someone who can perform effectively in a fast paced environment with constant demands. Staying composed and accurate when things get intense is essential.
• Problem solving is part of the job: You’ll need strong critical thinking skills and the ability to troubleshoot issues independently. Being resourceful and figuring things out on the spot is a core expectation.
• Organization drives success: Keeping tasks prioritized and workflows structured is key. Effective organization is essential for keeping processes running efficiently and ensure all tasks are properly followed through.

Key Duties

• Manage material loans, customer transactions, and AOG (Aircraft on Ground) requests.
• Coordinate and manage the sourcing, delivery, and urgent transfer of parts across the entire Air Canada system (domestic and international) 24/7, liaising with Line Stations to ensure timely movement of critical materials.
• Coordinate the movement of materials for AOG/MEL requirements, including forwarding On Board Parts Boxes (OPB), proactively review open MELs to ensure inventory availability at upcoming stations, and manage the return of AOG parts from outstations.
• Authorized to purchase from OEMs and vendors, borrow or acquire parts from other airlines, and coordinate loans or accommodation sales when operational requirements permit.
• Communicate with key stakeholders, including internal teams, Stores Duty Manager, Logistics, MOC, Line Maintenance, vendors, airlines, and transportation companies.
• Ensure regulatory compliance by verifying Parts Certification for Airworthiness (FAA, EASA, TCCA), maintaining proper documentation, and performing self-audits and Material Release processes as required.
• Prepare and execute customs documentation, liaise with brokers for clearance, and ensure proper paperwork compliance for drop shipments, including accurate receipt and trace records.
• Utilize the Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC) and Parts Manual to accurately identify and clarify part specifications.
• Resolve effectivity issues in the TRAX system or other internal databases.
• Optimize delivery times by collaborating with specialized couriers.
• Participate in meetings and conference calls related to material supply.
• May perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Logistics, Commerce or Sciences
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to maintain a customer focused attitude in a demanding, high stress environment;
• Efficient in Microsoft Office Suites
• Technical understanding of aircraft parts certification and airworthiness regulations (FAA, TCCA, EASA).
• Experience navigating and utilizing IPD/Parts Manuals and aviation inventory management software (e.g., TRAX, SAP)
• Experience in trade, an asset;
• Experience in airline operations;
• Be a team player
• Demonstrate punctuality and dependability to support overall team success in a fast-paced environment;
• Candidates must be available for shift work in a 24/7 operational environment, including evenings, nights, weekends, and statutory holidays;

Benefits

• Financial benefits: Pension program, Employee Share Ownership Program, and Profit Sharing.
• Wellbeing & health benefits: Health, dental, and life insurance for you and your family (if necessary).
• Recognition: Air Canada’s recognition program (Shine) allows you to recognize and be recognized for those outstanding moments.
• Travel privileges: A generous employee travel program for you and other eligible once you have completed twenty-eight (28) weeks of service. This includes, but is not limited to standby travel, hotel & car rental discounts, Air Canada Vacation discounts, and more.

Conditions Of Employment

Candidates must be eligible to work in the country of interest, at the time any offer of employment is made and seeking any required work permits/visas or other authorizations which may be required is the sole responsibility of the candidates applying for this position.

Linguistic Requirements

Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to bilingual candidates.

Diversity and Inclusion

Air Canada is strongly committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding work environment which highlights employees’ unique contributions to our company’s success. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our customers, and communities, in which we live and serve.

Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest; however only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.