operations vice-president - goods production, utilities, transportation and construction

Government of Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian governmental body in Calgary seeks an experienced candidate to oversee key functions within the commercial aviation sector. This role requires a Master's degree, 5+ years of relevant experience, and strong leadership capabilities. Responsibilities include resource allocation, strategic planning, and negotiations. The position is on-site only, with a focus on teamwork and communication skills. Competitive health benefits are also provided.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Vision care benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience ideally within aviation or transportation sectors.
• Demonstrated strategic planning and execution skills.
• Strong capabilities in managing large teams and resources.

Responsibilities

• Allocate material, human and financial resources effectively.
• Establish major departments and senior positions.
• Co‑ordinate work across various organizational levels.
• Establish financial and administrative controls.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Team player

Flexibility

Leadership

Education

Master's degree

Tools

MS Access

MS Excel

MS Office

MS Outlook

MS PowerPoint

MS Windows

MS Word

Job description

Overview

Languages: English.

Education

• Master's degree

Experience

5 years or more.

On Site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work Site Environment

• Commercial aviation

Work Setting

• Business services
• Transportation, communication and utilities
• Management
• Aircraft manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Allocate material, human and financial resources to implement organizational policies and programs
• Authorize and organize the establishment of major departments and associated senior staff positions
• Co‑ordinate the work of regions, divisions or departments
• Establish financial and administrative controls; formulate and approve promotional campaigns; and approve overall human resources planning
• Establish objectives for the organization and formulate or approve policies and programs
• Represent the organization, or delegate representatives to act on behalf of the organization, in negotiations or other official functions
• Select middle managers, directors or other executive staff; delegate the necessary authority to them and create optimum working conditions
• Provide financial, business and tax advice
• Project management
• Oversee safety of operations
• Negotiate business contracts
• Prepare sales, rental or leasing contracts
• Participate in contract negotiations
• Identify potential markets

Supervision

• More than 20 people

Experience and Specialization: Computer & Technology Knowledge

• MS Access
• MS Excel
• MS Office
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Windows
• MS Word

Industrial Processes and Biological Studies

• Product development

Area of Work Experience

• Strategic planning
• Marketing

Area of Specialization

• Market research
• Communications
• Process improvement
• Strategy

Additional Information: Security and Safety

• Criminal record check
• Reference required

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast‑paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large workload

Personal Suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Team player
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Accurate
• Client focus
• Organized
• Ability to multitask
• Time management
• Leadership

Benefits: Health Benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits