Operational Training Specialist (12 month Term)

NAV CANADA; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

NAV CANADA is seeking an Operational Training Specialist for a 12-month term to enhance simulation training programs. The role involves developing simulation exercises, leading project teams, and ensuring effective training delivery in a dynamic environment. Candidates should have a strong understanding of Air Traffic Services and be adaptable to new technologies.

Benefits

Challenging, team-oriented work environment

Competitive compensation and flexible benefits

Opportunities for growth and development

Diverse and inclusive workforce

Qualifications

• Successful completion of secondary school or an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge of equipment operation gained through formal training and experience.
• Thorough understanding of Air Traffic Services procedures and systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance simulation exercises and documentation.
• Support the delivery of simulation training activities.
• Lead project implementation teams for national multi-disciplinary projects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability to new technology

Coaching and guiding team members

Creative and flexible thinking

Education

Secondary school completion or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows

Linux

Unix

Job description

Operational Training Specialist (12 month Term)

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Under the direction of the Manager, ATS Learning Course Delivery, the Operational Training Specialist is accountable for planning, implementing, and supporting all simulation components of the FIR’s training programs. Work involves supporting Voice Recognition simulation delivery and simulation via pseudo pilot positions. The OTS provides national leadership on projects related to new or updated simulation systems and tools.

Job Description

What NAV CANADA offers you:

• Challenging, team-oriented work environment
• Competitive compensation and flexible benefits
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Diverse and inclusive workforce

Key Accountabilities:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance simulation exercises, databases, and documentation to support FIR training requirements, ensuring standardization and conformance to policies and standards.
• Support the delivery of simulation training activities.
• Lead FIR or national multi-disciplinary project implementation teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to evaluate simulation delivery effectiveness and identify improvement opportunities, considering impacts on procedures, systems, and technology.
• Update courseware and simulation components based on operational changes, new technology, or training objectives.
• Coordinate, prepare, and distribute data files required by simulators.
• Troubleshoot simulation tools issues and liaise with higher support levels as needed.
• Train stakeholders on simulation tools and equipment operation.

Education/Occupational Certification

• Successful completion of secondary school or an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience.

Experience

• Knowledge of equipment operation gained through formal training and experience.

Knowledge

• Thorough understanding of Air Traffic Services procedures and systems.
• Knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux, Unix) and networking protocols.
• Understanding of air traffic control, flight information, and aircraft performance policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with NAV CANADA organization and ATC training.

Abilities

• Ability to work independently with initiative and sound judgment.
• Quick learner with creative and flexible thinking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to coach and guide team members.
• Adaptability to new technology.

Personal Suitability

• Effective interpersonal skills and team collaboration.
• Flexibility, openness, leadership, dependability, and high performance standards.

Working Conditions

• Work schedule: Monday to Friday, with possible evening shifts.
• Extended visual, auditory concentration, and physical stamina required.
• Travel may be necessary.

Note

The trainee pay rate of $46,535 (ATT-0) applies for the first 90 days for new hires, after which full position pay applies. The full salary range is $85,500 to $105,061.

NAV CANADA values diversity and encourages applicants even if they do not meet every requirement. We are committed to an inclusive, accessible hiring process and workplace. Please inform us of any accommodation needs during the recruitment process.

The successful candidate must meet security requirements and be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Only selected applicants will be contacted for next steps.