Observer / Communicator

Kativik Regional Government; Akulivik (Village); On-site; CAD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cost of living differential

Food allowance

Annual leave trips

Simplified Pension Plan

Group insurance

Vacation: 20 days/year

Statutory holidays: 19 days

Job summary

Kativik Regional Government is hiring an Observer / Communicator for the Akulivik airport. You will operate in the Community Airport Radio Station, perform weather observations, and communicate with pilots about conditions and operations.

The role requires discipline, reliability, and the ability to work independently with occasional remote supervision. The position includes training, a rotating shift pattern, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work rotating 7 days on/7 days off, with 10-hour shifts.
• Must possess a valid Restricted Radio Operator’s License from Industry Canada.
• Proficiency in two or more official languages (Inuktitut, English, French).
• Experience with basic office software and math functions.
• Able to work long hours with remote supervision.

Responsibilities

• Append automated HWOS hourly weather data with manual observations.
• Communicate with pilots and vehicle operators about weather, air traffic, and runway conditions.
• Inspect runway conditions during winter operations using NavCanada software.
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly inspection reports for airport systems and equipment.
• Compile statistics on passenger and cargo loads and aircraft movements.
• Assist with receiving supplies and maintaining airport program records.
• Ensure operational integrity of the airport and report deficiencies.

Skills

Multilingual (Inuktitut/English/French

Education

Secondary 3 diploma

Tools

NavCanada software

Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook

Job description

JOB OPPORTUNITY
The Kativik Regional Government (KRG), a supra municipal body with jurisdiction over the territory located north of the 55th parallel, is now looking for a self-motivated and dynamic individual interested in joining the KRG to work in the capacity of:

Observer / Communicator

(Permanent / Full-Time)

Under the supervision of the Coordinator of Airport Operations and Maintenance, the Observer /Communicator (O/C) works in a Community Airport Radio Station (CARS) located at the Airport of a Northern Village. They provide the community with aviation support through radio communication, weather observing and reporting, and by following various operational directives and procedures to ensure the operational integrity of the airport and its various systems. O/C duties include but are not limited to:

• Append automated HWOS hourly weather data with manual weather observations which are transmitted electronically to NavCanada ;
• Communicate with pilots and vehicle operators, to give information on local weather conditions, air traffic, runway conditions, emergency situation and other information, as requested or required;
• During winter operations, inspect and report on runway surface conditions through a NavCanada web-based computer software;
• Perform daily, weekly and monthly inspection reports on the serviceability of various airport systems and equipment;
• Compile daily, weekly, monthly statistics on passenger and cargo loads as well as aircraft movements;
• Complete on as required basis reports for the following airport programs: Safety Management Systems, Wildlife activity, Emergency Response, security incident; operational irregularities, incidents and accidents;
• Assist the airport maintainer in the receiving process of supplies and materials at the airport for various KRG departments;
• As the local representative of KRG Transport, ensure the overall operational integrity of the airport and report identified deficiencies back to management for corrective action.

The selected candidate must:

• Be willing to work on a rotating shift schedule 7 consecutive days, 10 hours per day / 7 consecutive days off and occasionally work over-time
• Have at least a Secondary 3 diploma (grade 9);
• Have good judgment, planning and problem solving skills;
• Have the ability to work long hours alone at times with remote supervision;
• Demonstrate a high standard of dependability, reliability and safety;
• Have an excellent attendance record;
• Written and oral working knowledge of at least two (2) of the following languages: Inuktitut, English and French;
• Obtain a valid Restricted Radio Operator’s License from Industry Canada;
• Have a very good knowledge of computers and basic office software: Word, Excel, Outlook;
• Be able to perform mathematical functions;
• Possess good hearing and eyesight according to Transport Canada standards;
• Possess a valid provincial or territorial driver’s license and successfully pass the Airside Vehicle Operator’s Permit course.
• Be available to attend a training course of up to 9 weeks, followed by an intensive on-the-job training period of 1-2 weeks at the designated airport before receiving site-certification

Place of work: Akulivik
Salary:Min.: $42 188 yearly – Max. $69 879 yearly (Class 6)
Other benefits: Cost of living differential: minimum of $11 834/year
Food allowance: minimum of $6 172/year
Annual leave trips: minimum of 3
Simplified Pension Plan : 6% employer, 4% employee
Group insurance
Vacation: 20 days/year
Statutory holidays: 19 days