Technical Instructor

WestJet; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel privileges

Competitive total rewards package

Safety‑focused culture

Job summary

WestJet is seeking a Technical Instructor within its Technical Operations to enable AMEs and other personnel to acquire and maintain technical knowledge to perform their duties.

The role emphasizes in-person collaboration up to five days a week, curriculum development, course delivery, and ensuring safety and compliance; experience with training data and documentation is valued. WestJet offers a supportive culture and rigorous safety standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of an instructional techniques course is strongly preferred, exceptions might be made for highly qualified individuals.
• Demonstrates adequate knowledge and experience of industry practices and understands the responsibilities associated with the position.
• Minimum of fifteen years' experience performing or directly supervising maintenance activities of the type undertaken by the organization, where at least six months of which has been obtained within the preceding two years.
• Previous training experience particularly in a classroom setting considered an asset
• Strong skillset in Microsoft Office experience in particular PowerPoint & Adobe Acrobat
• Technical writing skills considered an asset
• Holds a valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License (E).

Responsibilities

• Develops and updates course curriculum, course materials, and exams.
• Conducts technical training courses as per the approved curriculum.
• Completes attendance and training records for all courses, including instructor and course evaluation forms.
• Ensures new training bulletins, airworthiness directives, and other technical data are reviewed, and added to the course curriculum, as required.
• Communicates with the Manager, Approved Training Organization about all technical training matters.
• Completes all duties with the highest level of safety and reports any condition or process which may adversely affect safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Technical writing

Microsoft Office

Education

Instructional techniques course

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This position requires in-person collaboration up to five days a week. This arrangement is subject to change based on business requirements.

Why WestJet

Since our story took off in 1996, WestJet has strived to enrich the lives of everyone in our world; a career with us is no exception. We’re proud to be one of Canada’s most admired and respected corporate cultures and continuously aim for the highest standards of service and success.

Join us, this is where your career story takes off.

A Technical Instructor in WestJet Technical Operations is a key member of the training system that enables AMEs and other personnel with technical responsibilities to acquire and maintain the technical and procedural knowledge and skills to perform their duties.

Responsibilities For This Role Include

• Develops and updates course curriculum, course materials, and exams.
• Conducts technical training courses as per the approved curriculum.
• Completes attendance and training records for all courses, including instructor and course evaluation forms.
• Ensures new training bulletins, airworthiness directives, and other technical data are reviewed, and added to the course curriculum, as required.
• Communicates with the Manager, Approved Training Organization about all technical training matters.
• Completes all duties with the highest level of safety and reports any condition or process which may adversely affect safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Completion of an instructional techniques course is strongly preferred, exceptions might be made for highly qualified individuals
• Demonstrates adequate knowledge and experience of industry practices and understands the responsibilities associated with the position.
• Minimum of fifteen years' experience performing or directly supervising maintenance activities of the type undertaken by the organization, where at least six months of which has been obtained within the preceding two years.
• Previous training experience particularly in a classroom setting considered an asset
• Strong skillset in Microsoft Office experience in particular PowerPoint & Adobe Acrobat
• Technical writing skills considered an asset
• Holds a valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License (E).

The Benefits Of Being a WestJetter

WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:

• A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
• Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
• Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs

About WestJet Group Of Companies

WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Since the Sunwing Airlines integration in 2025, more than 15,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to our global network of more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia. The WestJet Group is a major Canadian employer and includes WestJet Airlines, WestJet Encore and Sunwing Vacations Group. We’re Canada’s leading value airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians.

Our safety promise

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. Safety and security are shared responsibilities all team members are expected to use safe work practices to ensure their well‑being and the safety of others. WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well‑being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as Safey‑Sensitive are required to pass a Pre‑Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet'sAlcohol and Drug Policy.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

We embrace what makes each of us unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. We welcome diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds so if you're passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply – even if you don't meet every qualification listed. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity and accessibility throughout the selection process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].

We value the time and effort you put into your application. Our recruitment process is highly competitive and while every applicant will receive communication regarding their application status, only those selected to move forward will be contacted with next steps. If this role isn’t the right fit, we encourage you to explore future opportunities with us.

About

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