Maintenance Planner

Flair Airlines; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Flair Airlines as a Maintenance Planner in Calgary, where you'll ensure efficient maintenance coordination across operations. The role requires strong organizational skills, experience in maintenance planning, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment. Flair values respect, honesty, and accountability, offering a supportive workplace with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee and family assistance program

Pension plan with employer-matched contributions

Unlimited travel perks

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Maintenance Planning or Control.
• Knowledge of Canadian Air Regulations (CARs).

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily operations and maintenance requirements.
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Analytical Skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Transport Canada AME (M1 or M2) license

Tools

AMOS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Take Your Career to New Heights with Flair Airlines

We’re here to make air travel affordable for everyone, and we’re looking for talented individuals who want to help us continue changing the industry for the better. As Canada’s most reliable airline, we're all about offering real value. As we continue to expand our network, increase flight frequencies, and introduce more services, we’re looking for passionate team members to help us in our mission to make air travel accessible for everyone. We know who we are, and we’re confident in our approach - but we don’t take ourselves too seriously.

Your Team

Join the Maintenance team at Flair as a Maintenance Planner, ensuring the efficient coordination of maintenance activities across our Maintenance Bases, MCC, and OCC to support seamless operations. In this role, you will align maintenance planning with operational needs, work independently with minimal supervision, and occasionally travel as required. The position is based in both an office and aircraft hangar environment, with potential exposure to inclement weather. Physical activity, including bending, stretching, stooping, and reaching, is part of the role, along with periods of seated desk work. The ideal candidate is organized, adaptable, and committed to maintaining the highest standards in operational readiness. This role reports to the Maintenance Planning Supervisor and is located on-site at our office in Calgary, AB (YYC).

A Day In The Life

As a Maintenance Planner, you will:

• Monitor daily the process of the operation and make changes based on maintenance requirements.
• Inform Operations of all scheduled maintenance concerns via communication (verbal and email) and maintenance blocks in Nav Blue.
• Maintain and oversee the 14-Day Maintenance Forecast in the MRO tracking system, which is used in conjunction with MCC and OCC scheduled maintenance.
• Issue complete and correct daily Work Packages for Remain Overnight (RON) visits.
• Plan, track, and issue all fleet-wide EO, FCDs, Interior Appearance Checks, and other Condition maintenance items as planned in the MRO tracking system or as deemed necessary.
• Package maintenance tasks using AMOS and ensure tasks are within the defined capability of the assigned base.
• Coordinate with Materials, Purchasing, Maintenance, and Engineering to ensure the timely accomplishment of all EO and FCD.
• Develop requirements for manpower staffing, parts usage, and required aircraft downtimes for each specific pre-planned operation.
• Coordinate with the Maintenance Planning Supervisor and MCC regarding the accomplishment of work.
• Coordinate with Planning, MCC, and OCC on any aircraft routing plans or changes to plans to facilitate maintenance.
• Request short-term escalation per established procedures.
• Chairing Morning meetings for all associated parties as required.
• Managing other projects and accomplishing other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Planning Supervisor.
  
  

What You Bring To The Role

The preferred candidate should exemplify Flair's core values of respect, honesty, accountability, and efficiency while demonstrating success in previous roles. Additionally, we are seeking individuals who possess:

• Education:
• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) equivalent.
• Transport Canada AME (M1 or M2) license is considered an asset.
• Experience:
• A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience in Maintenance Planning or Maintenance Control.
• High level of knowledge of aircraft maintenance schedules and maintenance programs.
• Previous experience with airline operations, technical records/maintenance administration.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Canadian Air Regulations (CARs).
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) is essential.
• Knowledgeable in computer-based maintenance software, AMOS is considered an asset.
• Experience with Boeing 737, including NG and/or MAX, is considered an asset.
• Skills and Abilities:
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a high-stress, deadline-driven, ever-changing work environment while prioritizing tasks and assignments.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Maintenance, Engineering, Materials, and Operations.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and maintain an organized workflow.
• Ability to improve or develop systems for increased efficiency.
• Self-starters must have a positive attitude and a strong desire for success.
• Demonstrated analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Requirements:
• Clear criminal record check and satisfactory references.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada without restriction.
  

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Flair, we prioritize our teams by cultivating a supportive, collaborative work environment filled with opportunities for growth. Investing in our people is at the heart of what we do because your success fuels our collective achievements. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where leaders thrive, innovation flourishes, and every team member feels valued and empowered.

Benefits

From the moment you join us, you’ll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being—because when you’re at your best, so are we. This benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive Salary - A salary that reflects your experience and contributions.
• Comprehensive Benefits - Competitive medical and dental coverage, disability insurance, life insurance, and an employee and family assistance program.
• Retirement Savings - A pension plan with employer-matched contributions.
• Unlimited Travel Perks - Enjoy free and discounted flights for you and your travel companions.
  
  

If you’re ready to join a team that’s bold, innovative, and fun, we want to hear from you!

Your Career, Your Journey - Join Flair!

If you’re ready to embark on this exciting journey with Flair Airlines, please submit your resume through the job posting and answer a few questions about your experience and suitability for the role. We look forward to your application.

Application Deadline: when a successful candidate is identified.

At Flair, we’re committed to building an inclusive, equal, and accessible workplace that welcomes diverse talent. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you need accommodation during the selection process, just let us know.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Flair; however, only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.

Website: flyflair.com